Queens

Carl Weber's Five Families of New York #4

by C.N. Phillips

In this fourth installment of the Five Families Of New York, we will see just how far a person will go to keep things together when their life is crumbling.

With death nipping at his neck like cold in the winter, Lorenzo “Zo” Alverez is faced with the inevitable fate of stepping into his late father’s shoes. With enemies coming at him from all sides, Zo doesn’t know who he can trust. But when the light at the end of the tunnel comes in the form of family, he discovers secrets about his father that he never knew. These secrets threaten to pull him away from the other powerful families in New York and people that would risk their lives for his. When the time comes to decide where his loyalty will lie, he is unaware that the price for that choice is the heads of the people he loves the most.

242 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 28, 2023

About the author

C. N. Phillips is an author from Omaha, NE. She realized her passion at the ripe age of eight and her love for words never went away. She is most known for her ability to weave a heart pounding and gritty story from nothing.

Currently signed to Carl Weber's publishing house, Urban Books, C. N. Phillips is already trailblazing alongside her predecessors. With titles such as The Last Kings, Kingpins Los Angeles, and Me & My Girl she wants the world to know that she's getting started.

Reviews

[Lulu · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’m ready for this series to be over (in a good way). I don’t know how much more I can take. Book 4 in a 5 book series that ends on one hell of a cliffhanger. Old dramas we thought were settled reappear, new dramas and traumas appear…whew…it’s a lot!

[Elle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This five-part series takes the story farther with another twisting tale and second war set off by Lorenzo's long-lost bat-shit crazy Tia, Louisa. She kills her niece Daniella and in a way Boogie.

Recap:
When Boogie's father Barry, the Kingpin of Brooklyn, was killed by his right-hand man and his wife Dina’s lover, ignites the conflict inside the Pact, which she persuaded her son to continue.

Harlem → The Sugar Trap is Diana’s but eventually will be Morgan;
Bronx → Chen Clan/Triad: Li – Tao – Ming;
Queens → Alvarez: DeMarco – Lorenzo;
Manhattan → King: Caesar - Nicky.

Wednesday: Chapters 1 - 9; Thursday: Chapters 10 - 25; & Friday: Chapters 26 - 32.

[LENORA · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read Immediately

Lorenzo "Zo" Alverez is facing a lot of challenges and dangers as he takes on his late father's responsibilities. The suspense of not knowing who to trust will keep you on the edge of your seat! And discovering hidden secrets about his father adds an intriguing twist to the story. Zo is faced with a difficult decision that could have devastating consequences. This book seems filled with suspense, loyalty, and tough choices. 📚😮

[Jacqueline · Rating 5 out of 5]

Damn

You got my mouth on the floor with this one. Thank you for keeping me on my toes now bring it on home with the next one PLEASE!

[Ari Denise · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wait a damn minute!! I know Boog ain’t dead!! Not my boy!! Man he better come back alive like Caesar !! And baby Amber like omg!! This book was jaw dropping!! I can not wait for book 5!! 🔥🔥🔥

[Melissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'll be able to get a better read (no pun intended) on this series when I read the first four parts.
This one held my attention.
3.5 stars.

[S. Reid]

IT FAILED TO CAPTURE MY FULL ATTENTION AS THE AUDIBLE PLAYED. I'LL BLAME IT ON BOTH THE AUTHOR & THE NARRATOR.

[Tina Loggins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read in the series. I can't wait for book 5..

[Ann Merriweather · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm not feeling the ending, don't get me wrong, the book is fire....but Boogie can't be dead. I almost pasted out. Boogie is my newest book boyfriend.

[Lashone J Sanders · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not what I expected

This definitely wasn't what I expected. So many twists and turns. Can't read the next book fast enough to put it all together.

[Jerricka · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great ending

[BG · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg I gotta read the last book I have to know how this ends

[Toni H · Rating 4 out of 5]

After the death of his father, a powerful figure in the Queens family, Zo is pushed into leadership before he’s ready. He inherits not just power but enemies, debts, and secrets. Zo quickly realizes threats are coming from everywhere. He cannot tell who is loyal and who is plotting against him. Even people close to him may have hidden agendas. Trust becomes the most dangerous risk. • The alliance between families is fragile and breaking. Zo is forced to decide to stay loyal to the pact or protect his own family at any cost.