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Mrs. Big: A Novel
Loletta Hightower likes to live big : exotic vacations, designer clothing, trips to the spa. But it gets harder and harder to support her lavish lifestyle working the reception desk at a luxury car dealership. And though Loletta can con athletes, celebrities, and wealthy businessmen into taking care of her bills for a few months at a time, she wants the holy grail of every gold-digging the ring.
When she runs into Kavon "Big" Jackson, an NBA player and former college classmate of hers, she finds it really isn't so hard to snag a high-profile husband. But it sure is hard to keep him satisfied. "Big" lives up to his name in every way, including his temper and his libido---neither of which Loletta can control. As violence and infidelity escalate in their home, so does Loletta's resolve. She's got a few surprises up her own sleeve, and the drama is just beginning.…
When she runs into Kavon "Big" Jackson, an NBA player and former college classmate of hers, she finds it really isn't so hard to snag a high-profile husband. But it sure is hard to keep him satisfied. "Big" lives up to his name in every way, including his temper and his libido---neither of which Loletta can control. As violence and infidelity escalate in their home, so does Loletta's resolve. She's got a few surprises up her own sleeve, and the drama is just beginning.…
291 pages, Paperback
First published September 19, 2006
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About the author
Maryann Reid
16 books42 followersAward-winning author and tv/radio social commentator Maryann Reid has been featured by countless media outlets including USA Today, Essence, Glamour, The CBS Early Show, and The Wendy Williams Experience. She is an expert wordsmith and has a plethora of connections with women all over the world from her travels to Europe and The Caribbean, and is a popular guest lecturer at colleges, where she has taught her writing and business skills to groups who want to lead their ideal life on their own terms.
Maryann has been profiled in The New Yorker, Newsweek, Oprah.com, and NBC Nightly News for her innovative approach to life and solving its complex issues, including creating the uber-landmark event Marry Your Baby Daddy Day. This event originated from her third book, Marry Your Baby Daddy (St Martins Press, 2005) that was optioned by Hollywood actress Holly Robinson-Peete and Dolores Robinson.
As an author and professional speaker, Maryann has gathered a diverse roster of credentials and affiliations:
–Author of several books and short stories by St Martins Press and Penguin Putnam
–Published her first book, Sex and the Single Sister (St Martins Press) at 25 years old in two weeks
–Lecturer at various universities including St John’s University and Fordham University in NYC in Creative Writing and Business Communications
– Philanthropist, referred to as the “Oprah of Brooklyn”, for her work arranging all-expenses paid weddings for loving moms and dads, via her event Marry Your Baby Daddy Day
– Expert and social commentator on top-rated nationally syndicated radio shows like NPR’s Fresh Air, The Michael Baisden Show, Fox News Radio, CBS Radio, The Gayle King Show on Oprah Radio, etc
– Invited by USATODAY to write a novella, Single Black Female, for the acclaimed Open Book section of their website
Since her debut book Sex and the Single Sister, Maryann has been invited to speak to some of the most innovative groups all over the country and has received over 20 million media impressions worldwide via major news outlets like ABC News 20/20, NBC Nightly News and CNN.
Maryann received her BA in Journalism from Fordham and developed her writing and love for news at Random House and CNN. She later received her MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Miami. She currently lives in Brooklyn, NY and steadily working on new products for women. Maryann welcomes ideas and collaboration.
Maryann has been profiled in The New Yorker, Newsweek, Oprah.com, and NBC Nightly News for her innovative approach to life and solving its complex issues, including creating the uber-landmark event Marry Your Baby Daddy Day. This event originated from her third book, Marry Your Baby Daddy (St Martins Press, 2005) that was optioned by Hollywood actress Holly Robinson-Peete and Dolores Robinson.
As an author and professional speaker, Maryann has gathered a diverse roster of credentials and affiliations:
–Author of several books and short stories by St Martins Press and Penguin Putnam
–Published her first book, Sex and the Single Sister (St Martins Press) at 25 years old in two weeks
–Lecturer at various universities including St John’s University and Fordham University in NYC in Creative Writing and Business Communications
– Philanthropist, referred to as the “Oprah of Brooklyn”, for her work arranging all-expenses paid weddings for loving moms and dads, via her event Marry Your Baby Daddy Day
– Expert and social commentator on top-rated nationally syndicated radio shows like NPR’s Fresh Air, The Michael Baisden Show, Fox News Radio, CBS Radio, The Gayle King Show on Oprah Radio, etc
– Invited by USATODAY to write a novella, Single Black Female, for the acclaimed Open Book section of their website
Since her debut book Sex and the Single Sister, Maryann has been invited to speak to some of the most innovative groups all over the country and has received over 20 million media impressions worldwide via major news outlets like ABC News 20/20, NBC Nightly News and CNN.
Maryann received her BA in Journalism from Fordham and developed her writing and love for news at Random House and CNN. She later received her MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Miami. She currently lives in Brooklyn, NY and steadily working on new products for women. Maryann welcomes ideas and collaboration.
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August 18, 2011
I started off reading this book as something of a lark. I knew right away it was not my usual cup of tea. Profane and rife with meaningless sex, but I've been at a weird place in my own life lately with personal issues and I thought maybe it would be good to break out of the usual. I put up with a lot from the book and even dismissed the fact that it's extremely poorly written for the sake of something different. I trudged through to the end because I've had a couple of books lately that I've given up on and I just did not want to do that again. Again, unlike me - I'm a toss that thing, if it doesn't do it for me kind of gal. So . . . . in short - it's awful. Devoid of anything meaningful. There is not a single likable character. No integrity and lots of greed and selfishness. Hated every word.
March 29, 2024
⭐️⭐️2.7/5
"MarryAnn Reid's 'Mrs. Big' delves into a tumultuous tale marred by a mother-daughter dynamic rife with toxicity and manipulation.
-The protagonist's mother, a vexing figure, exploits her daughter's success while fostering feelings of inadequacy.
-Loretta, the central character, embodies a sense of insecurity and desperation for validation.
-While the narrative is punctuated with cursing, it caters to a specific audience, albeit at the expense of wider appeal.
-Loretta Hightower's portrayal teeters on the edge of discomfort, evoking unsettling parallels to high-end escort services.
-With trigger warnings peppered throughout, 'Mrs. Big' hints at a promising thriller but falls short of delivering on its potential. Its characters navigate a moral void, leaving readers disenchanted and disconnected.
-The plot lacks substance, culminating in an unsatisfying conclusion devoid of any discernible lesson.Ultimately, 'Mrs. Big' fails to redeem its unlikable characters and flat ending, leaving readers questioning its purpose and impact."
"MarryAnn Reid's 'Mrs. Big' delves into a tumultuous tale marred by a mother-daughter dynamic rife with toxicity and manipulation.
-The protagonist's mother, a vexing figure, exploits her daughter's success while fostering feelings of inadequacy.
-Loretta, the central character, embodies a sense of insecurity and desperation for validation.
-While the narrative is punctuated with cursing, it caters to a specific audience, albeit at the expense of wider appeal.
-Loretta Hightower's portrayal teeters on the edge of discomfort, evoking unsettling parallels to high-end escort services.
-With trigger warnings peppered throughout, 'Mrs. Big' hints at a promising thriller but falls short of delivering on its potential. Its characters navigate a moral void, leaving readers disenchanted and disconnected.
-The plot lacks substance, culminating in an unsatisfying conclusion devoid of any discernible lesson.Ultimately, 'Mrs. Big' fails to redeem its unlikable characters and flat ending, leaving readers questioning its purpose and impact."
April 6, 2024
This book was so good, I was able to read it in one day. The stories that Basket Ball players wives can tell will blow your mind. I comes with headaches, misery, money and a high living lifestyle. According to this story, Loletta had to find herself after being married to a player. Money and Fame can not buy everything to make you happy.
January 17, 2022
I don’t usually read books like this… twists and twins, ups and downs. If you like gold-digging, urban lit. This is for you, possibly!
February 27, 2024
started off slow, but after i got past page 75 i was zooming. finished the rest in one sitting. probably a 2.99
April 16, 2024
I don’t know what I expected
June 30, 2012
Skimmed through it.
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November 24, 2013okay for something to read. The end was good, but could have been better. It left you with a lot of unanswered questions.
January 31, 2011
Ghettofab, but fun to read
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