Her Sweetest Revenge

Her Sweetest Revenge #1

by Saundra

Mya Bedford is a seventeen year old daddy s girl from the Brewster Douglas Project in Detroit. When her father is sent to prison, and her mother suddenly develops a drug habit, making it her number one priority; it is up to Mya to raise her younger brother and sister. Alone and aware of the grimy hustle of the streets; Mya hopes to find another path for survival. But when the leader of the a natorious gang severely beats her mother for stealing money from him, Mya vows revenge on his crew by robbing them at gunpoint and hiding her identity behind a mask. Mya successfully pulls off her first robbery against one of them but then she meets and falls in love with the the very person who is attached to her enemy and is now determined to keep her secret a secret. However when Mya s secret starts to unravel and death knocks at her door, things go horribly wrong. Mya learns that hurt and happiness are one in the same but you have to have blood on your hand first.

Genres: Urban, African American

242 pages, Paperback

First published May 13, 2012

About the author

Saundra grew up in Cleveland, Mississippi, and now resides in Indiana with her husband and children. She started writing screenplays at the age of twelve and as an adult her need to create intensified. Saundra’s stories highlight fearless females who hustle to get what they deserve. Her debut novel, Her Sweetest Revenge, began the series that won praise for being a “roller-coaster ride” and “drama at its best.” Saundra is currently at writer at Kensington Publishing and loves to hear from readers.

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Reviews

[Nita Bee · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed Author Saundra’s debut novel “Her Sweetest Revenge“. This book was a good street fiction read. She was able to bring life into each of the characters in that you weren’t playing the guessing game about who they were and what they were about. The book kept me reading to see what would happen next. The main character “Mya” did what she had to do for her and her siblings to survive in the streets of Detroit at the same time trying to make sure her siblings didn’t get caught up. After visiting her father, who was locked up but gave her a message of survival during her visit…she got it real quick and went to work on her mission. Although she was young, the girl learned how to handle her business. I was impressed with her courage. Lots of family and street drama as well as suspense filled the pages and it really had me going towards the end. I’m so hoping for a sequel because that ending left me saying…”Oh come on now”, lol … I definitely want more. Author Saundra did a great job for her debut. I look forward to reading more of her work.

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~Nita Bee

[SerenaBeReading · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yesssssssssss gawd. Miss Saundra showed out on this book. In all honesty I didn't think I would enjoy this but this ended up being a definite page turner! Mya was a trip! I liked her character for being a strong independent young lady willing to do what she had to do for her family. This had sad moments and it's sad that many young people live the life the characters in the book lead (violence, drug addiction). I will have to recommend this book to people who enjoy a good urban lit novel. My hats off to Saundra!

There better be a sequel cause you know you were dead wrong for that ending Miss Saundra lol.

[Brittney G · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mya is a young girl with her back against the wall, but like a pitbull she fights her way out. Growing up she was the spoiled girl with money, being that her father was the biggest drug dealer in Detroit. But when he gets knocked everything crumbles right along with the kingdom he built. Mya's mother couldn't take the stress of raising three kids so she turned to the streets. Mya had no choice but to raise herself and her brother and sister. Poor and in the projects, Mya sought out a way to get revenge on those whom brought harm to her family and yes revenge is sweet but it also is costly!!!

[Slim · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book........
Dear author....... Imma kick your butt for that ending!

[Deedee Henson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well developed storyline

[T.A. Beasley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mya Bedford has to grow up early in the projects of Detroit because her mother is in no condition to take care of Mya or her siblings. When her mother is attacked, Mya finds who is behind it and decides it’s time for them to fight back. Mya with the help of her father’s advice develops a plan to take care of the people responsible for hurting her family. Mya doesn’t realize what she is getting herself into and the consequences involved. She is determined to make things better for her family and will if she stays on course and doesn’t get sidetracked.

This was a very entertaining book with drama, twist and turns, frustration and cheering as Mya handles her business. She is a character you can’t help root for throughout the book. It is well-written with dynamic characters and just enough hood that will keep you interested and turning pages. The author does a wonderful not over dramatizing the street life or the thugs involved, which makes me want to read the other books in this series. If you are looking for a fast past story that will take you on a journey, Her Sweetest Revenge will not disappoint.

I received this book from the publisher for review purpose only.

Teresa Beasley
A&RBC Reviews
4 Stars=Great Page Turner

[Amelia.S · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saundra’s Her Sweetest Revenge is an unflinching, gritty, and unforgettable coming of age story set against the harsh realities of Detroit’s streets. Through Mya Bedford, a young woman forced to grow up too soon, Saundra captures the raw intersection of pain, power, and survival with cinematic intensity.

What makes this novel stand out is its fearless emotional depth. Mya’s transformation from a loyal daughter and protector to a woman driven by vengeance feels both tragic and empowering. The tension between love and loyalty, survival and morality, gives the story a pulse that never fades. Saundra’s prose is electric fast paced, vivid, and alive with the rhythm of real struggle and hard earned strength.

Her Sweetest Revenge is more than a tale of retribution it’s a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the fierce determination to rise above circumstances that were never meant to break you.

[Nadia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great book until the ending😕

I would have gave this book more stars but, I didn't like the ending and I think one book would have been enough! I probably will read part 2 and I hope it has a better ending!

[Latoshia Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book

Not bad. Can't complain. Can't wait to read part 2. Sucks what happened to lil bo. She had to know her sister was having sex. She was never home.

[Joi · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was good. I enjoyed it, it was a quick read.

[Kiesha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Meet Mya She is a 17 year old teenager who is forced to raise her younger brother and sister surrounded by the dangers of Detroit's Brewsters projects. Her parents aren't capable of caring for any of them. Her father is in prison, and her mother is a crackhead. Mya has to grow up very fast. She's doing what she has to in order to raise her brother and sister and keep her family together.This includes moving from one place to another. Mya blames her parents for leaving her with so much responsibility. She also blames the drug dealer who is slanging crack to her mother.Mya wants to get revenge on everyone responsible for putting her in such a stressful predicament.\

I really enjoyed this story!It was filled with unexpected twist and turns. The author did a great job of developing the characters. Their situations were realistic. I really like how the author allowed me to feel every emotion expressed by Mya, Monica, Lil'Bo, and Hood. I especially like a book that allows me to feel more than one emotion. I laughed,cried, and got angry!I'm looking forward to reading more from this author.

[Erica]

I ask myself if I would be able to do everything necessary to take care of my sibilings...her mom a crackhead, daddy in prison for life, no food in the house to eat....17years and you have to be the adult, drop out of school just to find a way to make money...Mya is a smart girl,with her family going through so much and her mom getting beat almost to death Mya seeks revenge on Squeeze and starts robbing his crew......she has money and she gets a good man Hood whose also in the game....She ables to take care of her brother Lil Bo and sister Monica......reading this book I was so afraid for Mya....Ready to read Sweet Revenge part 2.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I won this book in a Goodreads giveaway as part of the Firstreads program. I have never read a "street fiction" book before so getting used to the language was a bit difficult for me, and therefore I feel as though I couldn't relate to the characters as well as I would liked to have, but I did enjoy it. It's incredibly sad that Mya and her siblings were put into the situation, and I know she was young and she was doing the best job she could do in a bad situation, but I definitely didn't always agree with her choices. Overall, it was a decent book.

[Nicole]

Wow! I didn't see that coming at all. I figured Lil Bo was gonna end up in the game regardless of what Mya wanted. Monica getting pregnant was a mind blower tho. & their mom becoming clean after his death was really cool. I loved this book and can't wait to start the second part. Who knows what's gonna happen. Did Luscious actually kill her or did he at least shoot her. Or did someone come in and kill him?

[Patrice · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was soooooooo good. I loved it!! I already have the second one on hand. If you love drama and urban fiction. This is the book right here.

[Lunden · Rating 4 out of 5]

My first time reading anything by this author. I really enjoyed it. You can't help but to admire Mya for her strength throughout the book. Taking care of her two younger siblings after her dad goes to prison on a life sentence and her mom become a crack head, she does what she needs to do to make ends meet. Good read! Waiting for more from this author

[joan brooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Book

The Struggle and pain this family went through.was so sad. The
Father.going to jail, A cracked for a Mother, The death of Lil Bo. Charlene was a Dog and got what she deserved with her money hungry self.Mya was a very strong woman. can't wait for Part 2.

[Sharon Simmons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book!

Good book!

Pageturner!!! I just couldn't wait to see how it was going to end! I was surprised how it ended, now I'm onto book two to find out what happens next!

[Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

not what I expected. a girl living in the hood and her family not in any way like my life but found it interesting.a sad story heart wrenching to me for those that have to live in these circumstances

[Angela Smoots · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great read i enjoyed this book. A must read.

[Sheryl Boyce · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book! I hope there is a part2.

[Niesha Bailey · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was a pretty good book, but it wasn't as much going on that I thought it would be. I would like to see a part 2.

[Brooklyn Donne · Rating 4 out of 5]

it was good. typical story of drug dealing boyfriend, a down ass best friend, trifling friends and all.

[Goodread · Rating 5 out of 5]

must read

[Angela Hodge · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed it from the beginning so I was all into it to find out how, Mya and her family would survive.
Great Job!! Congrats this was my first book for 2014.

[Shanae Braswell · Rating 5 out of 5]

what a good book

[Punkin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great book the ending was crazy

[Courtnei · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read can't wait to read the second.

[Yasmin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow

A lot of this was really unexpected. Especially the ending, but it was a great read. The storyline was pretty wild but it held my attention .

[Lynette · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book. On to Part 2 to find out what happens.