Gangsta Twist 1

by Clifford Spud Johnson

Gangsta Twist 1 is a modern-day Robin Hood meets Mission: Impossible with a witty urban twist.
Taz, the ruthless leader of an elite group of bandits, falls hopelessly in love with Sacha, an up-and-coming lawyer who will stop at nothing to become a partner in her firm. When Cliff, Sacha's ex-boyfriend, hears of her newfound love, all hell breaks loose.
Cliff seeks Taz's daughter to get closer to his inner circle. Will Taz be forced to give up his true love in order to save his daughter from the deadly hands of Cliff? Or will Sacha and Taz finally have their happily ever after?
Won, the wealthy councilman, knows that the only chance he has at reelection is if there are no competitors. Will Taz, his trusty disciple, and his crew be able to handle the orders given by Won to bring down his peers? Ride with the gang as they travel in search of Won's competitors.
Let Gangsta Twist 1 take you on a fast-paced ride full of deceit, fast money, and revenge, where the winner takes all.

460 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published July 1, 2011

About the author

"Kalifornia Luv"-(2009)
"Gangsta Twist 1"-(June 28, 2011)
"Gangsta Twist 2"-(July 26, 2011)
"Kiss Me"-(August 1, 2012)
"He Don't Play Fair"-(January 29,2013)
"She Don't Play Fair"-(June 2013)
"Gangsta Twist Saga"-(June 2014)
"Gangsta Twist 3"-(May 26, 2015)
"Promises Made, Promises Broken"-(Feb 14, 2016)
"Carl Weber's Kingpins: OKC"-(May 31, 2016)

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Reviews

[Monique · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well, well, well.was recommened this book by a new friend **blush** the AUTHOR to read this book and definitely had it on my to-do-list when I peruse urban bookstores but I found this tattered and grease-stained copy at my local library (love my people) and picked up both of them as I was amazed first that it was returned, that urban literature section is scarce due to forgetful book theives and secondly that part two was right there also..so in a day and a half I read and was surprised by how intrigued I was, some of the "twists" were predictable and oddly one major "twist" any real reader would have deduced from the familiarity immediately is divulged on the back cover when they describe Cliff's motives...would have preferred a reveal on that paternity but moving on. Okay so the story is about rich stick up Taz who makes his money robbing not killing or drugs which is surprising but nonetheless risky and illegal and his crew's quest to be millionaires working with the powerful and mysterious Won--all is going according to plan and M.O.B.(Money over B$#@%) reigns supreme until Taz meets a woman that makes him consider tommorrow, his future, his need for love and himself as a better man so he chooses to get out of the game. Sacha his woman is equally as sprung as he is and the two plan to live a life together amidst the sideplots: her best friend Gwen and her new romance with Taz's homeboy, Taz's little sister/daughter and her new relationship and an old flame of Sacha's who is bitter, and jealous of Taz taking Sacha from him and coming up with a way to make Taz very sorry..The plot thickens as the book nears to a close and pregnancies arise and more sideplots as Won is not ready to finish whatever game he is playing which leaves Taz and his crew with only one thing left to do...what will happen I must read on, on to the next book--kinda excited!

[Cwalker · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm amazed how truly exciting "Gansta Twist 1" was for me. The details & descriptions were all so real it drew me right into the characters. Once I began reading it, I was hooked & finished it in 1 1/2 days! I highy recommend this book to everyone! The writers talent captured me as a fan & I would love to have my books autographed one day!!!

[Tamm · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG!! This book was off the chain, I can not wait for Gangsta Twist 2 to come out!!! I need to know what is going to happen with Sacha and Taz, and Neema and Cliff.

[Monica · Rating 4 out of 5]

A definite page turner. I could not wait to read the sequel! I shared it with a co-worker who is eagerly waiting to read Part 2:)

[Punkin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book I couldnt put it down..The story was just so well written..I got this book from a co worker becase i had nothing to read im so glad i didnt hve a book tht..keep up the great work

[Sunshine Creed · Rating 3 out of 5]

It did'nt grab me in the beginning, but i kept reading. It finally picked up. It was so so. Not saying you would'nt like it but you would have judge for yourself.

[TR]

"Let me feel the knot..."
LMAO
I JUST CAN'T!!!

[Charlene (Char)🍁☕️📚 · Rating 5 out of 5]

This audio book was very good, and I could not stop listening. This author has a good skill of making the characters in the book come to life, making them very believable and real.

This book is about a young lawyer, that meets the man of her dreams, add a club of all places from there this book takes off into a whirlwind of lies, secret drama, and crimes of passion.

This book left me on a cliffhanger that I can not get to book too quick enough. This book is a good read and keeps your attention focused on what will happen next!

[Monique · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hot of the press...so I gotta read it today! Action packed, gangsta love with a upper class working man flare. This is the 1st installment of Gangsta Twist and several questions were left unanswered. Taz is a leader of five others (Keno, Red, Bob, Bo-Pete, and Wild Bill) they are hard core gangstas that don't deal drugs (very unique for urban lit). The gang has legal businesses not to mention that they are all millionaires because of their secret benefactor, Won. Sacha and her best friend, Gwen, met Taz and his boys at Club Cancun and the relationships take off from there. The out of town trips, Sacha's crazy co-worker, Tazneema, Tari, and Mama-Mama all have big stakes in this story of money, love and revenge.

While the story has all the elements of a fast paced urban tale, there were a few spots that were slow. The sexual scenes were rather descriptive and not something I would want my teenager to read. Won is the man that calls all the shots but we never know why he is doing what he is doing. Taz acquires a soft spot when he falls in love with Sacha and it seems as if Sacha puts her corporate law career in jeopardy several times. The fact that this story takes place in my hometown makes me extra critical of the descriptions, distance between locations and believability of the storyline. If you love urban lit, you won't be able to put this book down. Now I'm ready for the sequel...

[Chankeydria · Rating 2 out of 5]

I have to admit this book was kinda slow at first, but once I progressed deeper into it, it was alright. 2 other things that threw me off was 1. The names chosen for this book... H-hop, Do low, Lil Bomb, & who calls there Mom "Mama Mama?" that was just too much for me to say at one time!! Lol!! & 2. The dialogue between Gwen n Sacha with all that "Hey Bitch, Bye Hoe" all black women do not talk like that Mr. Johnson! Despite all of that, I did really enjoy experiencing Taz n Sacha fall in love that was really refreshing :) I was shocked at how quickly Tazneema chose to side with Cliff and go against her father. That was a surprise but overall I think it was alright. I'll read the second one for the sake of finishing the series....

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. Love the relationship between Tax and Sachs.
She had his back no matter what and he had hers. Cliffhanger
At the end...can't wait for part 2 yo find out what happens to Neema,
what Taz does to Cliff, will Taz and Sachs marry, how will Tax
get out from under Won? Yes part 2 will be on the top of my
reading list

[Alicia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Drama, Drama, Drama but in the best of ways. This was my first time reading anything from the author but I am sure going to add him to my list.

[Jennifer S]

started this book this morning n now on page 214 so far keep me interested. well I'm finish and man was it good. on to tha next book

[Monique · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gangsta Twist 1 was a great read. Another random booked. Black Stone Audio hasn’t let me down yet.

The Ruthless Thug is the perfect knight in shining armor. In this book you’ll learn even the hardest thug has a soft side for the right lady.

Taz is all that and a bag of chips, so are his partners? He lucked up when he met the love of his life Sacha. The down ass lawyer.

Read to find out if she will stick around and find out who Taz really is. Would she be better off with her fellow lawyer friend Cliff or roll with bad ass Taz?

I’m ready for part 2.

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[KayBee's Bookshelf · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pros
good storyline
interesting characters
moderate pace
flowed well
Taz's revelation during the final season
the cliffhanger
good audio production
correct narrator

Cons
the constant use of "mama mama"
male characters not developed
lacked the spark needed to make this story "pop"

[Jo · Rating 2 out of 5]

I found myself very upset by the name calling and use of unacceptable language in this book. The writer seemed to be a good writer, but in the times we are in now with the race riots and the pandemic, I find this to be so wrong.

[Linda Strickland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loving the way this author writes!!!

[Page Turner · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a decent read. I didn't necessarily buy some of the capers and how the love connections began, but it was an overall good book.

[BossyLadi · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was excellent. Even with all the "mama mamas" and all of the bitches and hoes between Sasha and Gwen. The last five minutes were unreal.

[Kaveria · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this story the bombs dropped at the end were unexpected. Im excited to see what takes place in the next book

[Yvette · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am enjoying this book a lot but I've gotta say that I am about mid-way through the book and there is one scene that I find to be TOTALLY unrealistic...lol! The scene were Taz introduces Sacha and Tari. I don't want to give anything away but that was a little over the top. I'm not saying that the situation could not play out like that but it highly unlikely! Sacha is an atty/partner in a firm and her bestie is professional as well and they lovingly refer to each other as Bitch and Ho every time that they talk to each other?? That was just a little off to me for these two women. I expect that with certain characters but not women like this! Every time I read that it throws me off! Other than that, the book is really interesting and I will be getting Gangsta Twist 2. I will come back to finish my review once I am finished with the book.

Ok, so I am finished! The book was really good. Looking forward to Part 2. I still say next time leave out the two women constantly referring to each other as Bitch and Ho. It didn't fit who the characters were supposed to be and it threw things off a bit. Every time they addressed it each it was Hi Bitch, Hey Ho. Hey Ho, what ya doing, nothing Bitch what are you doing, wasn't believable at all for me. Very good read outside of that!

[Yolonda Howard · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like these book, I couldn't put them down. My sister brought the books and read them first and she told me that I would like them and they were kinda different from the ones we always read about.When I got them from her and started to reading them, I just couldn't put them down, I was like, looks like I found another great author. I read both books in two days and was excited how everything ended.What I do wants to know will their be another installment to these books, because I just can't see how Sacha get away killing Keno and Taz not trying to find out who did it. Also wants to know how things will turn out in California since Taz will be taking over from where Won left off.

[Faloni © · Rating 5 out of 5]

Never have I ever decided to get a TATTOO that’s JUST SO TOTALLY ME after reading Gangsta Twist 2📖- young author ✍️

Never have I ever wanted to redecorate my house to forger myself in another Gallery authors world - young author

Until this one . ☝️😂

G. 🤞 Twist was more than just a 🚁 superb story . Twist was an entire podcast experience frfr . -young author ✍️

[Stephy B · Rating 4 out of 5]

Came across this book and decided to read it and i am so glad i did. It was very interesting. Kept me wanting to read to see what was going to happen next. I finished the book in two days and couldnt wait for part 2. Its a must read.

[Vee Stevens · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW! I was very please, fast pace and a clip hanger to booth.. Can't wait until the second one comes out. Telling everyone I know.

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

It started off too slow for me, can't wait to see how part 2 unfolds.

[lene Ade · Rating 3 out of 5]

good read, some of the dialogue did not fit some of the characters personality in my opinion.

[Vera Cotton]

very good