Fifty Shades of Jungle Fever

The Ghetto Girl Romance Quadrilogy #1

by L.V. Lewis

The Best Parody of The #1 Bestseller In Its Genre
Get your unique take on the fastest-selling book ever!


FIFTY SHADES OF GREY to the second power meets Keisha and Jada from the Block.

Aspiring recording studio owners, Keisha Beale and Jada Jameson, score a rare meeting with venture capitalist Tristan White, and are thrust into a world beyond their wildest imaginations.

Lured by Tristan White and his offer of fronting the capital for her business in exchange for an indecent proposal, of sorts, Keisha finds herself with no other option. Tortured by demons from her past, Keisha's inability to come to terms with them threatens to undermine the future of her business and her tumultuous, unconventional relationship with Tristan White.

Erotic, amusing, and in places hilarious, the Jungle Fever Romance Quadrilogy is a parody with a unique take on a Fifty Shades-type story that will take you even further into the BDSM world, and promises to make the vanilla original Fifty Shades more colorful.

The first two books focus on Keisha and Tristan's romance, and the final two will focus on Jada and Nathan's.

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Top 100 Drama USA
Top 100 IR/MC
Top 100 African American

Genres: Romance, BDSM, Interracial Romance, Erotica, Contemporary Romance, Adult, Contemporary

160 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 29, 2012

About the author

Growing up, L.V. Lewis wanted to be an internationally known rock star, but unfortunately, lived in the wrong part of the country to pursue that career (and neither American Idol nor The Voice were available then). An early love for the written word gave her the plan B she sought. Now she pens romance novels that let her live vicariously through rock stars and other fascinating archetypes.

Learn more about L.V. Lewis at www.lvlewis.blog .

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Reviews

[Nia Forrester · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fifty Shades of Jungle Fever is not at all what you might think.

For starters, I should say that I have a love-hate relationship with the Fifty Shades trilogy by E.L. James. I think the writing wasn't . . . well, whatever, but let's just say I wasn't impressed by her craftsmanship. But (and this is a BIG but) she had something that many writers who are great craftspeople don't have - she had a definite ear for what resonates emotionally. Despite my eye-rolling over some of her word choices, I had genuine emotional shifts while reading the story she crafted. But this is not about E.L. James. This is about L.V. Lewis (see what she did there? even her pen name is a play on the prior series - nice), a writer who has both emotional and verbal eloquence. And to top that all off, wit as well. Not just the ability to interject funny one-liners, but true intelligent wit that comes through loud and clear in her writing.

So if I had to say what I most enjoyed about this book, it would be that. She also paired an unlikely hero and heroine in virtually unbelievable circumstances and gave them such strong voices that you could see them and believe that they do in fact exist, or that they could.

No one is more surprised than I am that I loved this book. I hate - yes hate - the term "jungle fever" to refer to interracial relationships. (And I could go on forever about why, but I won't.) And the only time I use the word "ghetto" is to refer to places not people. And come to think of it, not even then. So I was a little biased from the outset. But as has been the case with almost all my biases, I was proven wrong. The title is parody wrapped up in irony cloaked in social commentary with a healthy dollop of humor. So that takes care of the title. So don't be afraid of it because of that . . . now about the plot.

I know, I know. The innocent-and-the-billionaire has been done to death. First up, Keisha is no innocent. She is a smart-mouth, streetwise, intelligent and driven woman who is not about to be led down anyone's primrose path. But having said that, she has the wind knocked out of her by the force of her attraction to Tristan White (hah! the choice of surname, again demonstrating the author's humor)and embarks on an unconventional relationship, being indoctrinated into the exciting and pleasurable world of BDSM. And, as was the case in that other Fifty Shades series, she is as surprised as anyone that she loves "all that kinky shit".

L.V. Lewis walks us through her internal monologue and has Keisha thinking things that you could totally imagine you might think if presented with an extremely attractive new lover who just happens to want to tie you up and "punish" you a little bit. The exchanges between Tristan and Keisha were humorous, sexy, clever and oh-so-true-to-life, considering the utter unlikelihood of the situation. And I don't mind telling you that the sex scenes increased my pulse, I mean, considerably. And hey, I write sex scenes, so I know how clinical the writing of it can be, but the reading of these . . . let's just say, not clinical. At all.

Having read the other Fifty Shades series, I know what is likely to happen between Keisha and Tristan, but already it's clear that L.V. Lewis is an artist in her own right, not someone doing a cheap knock-off, because the places where she chose to depart from the other series (not just the obvious - like the interracial relationship, girl-from-the-'hood aspect) were smart choices. So now I'm curious to see in the remaining parts of the quadrilogy where she goes. My only complaint is that there will be three remaining parts (I hate series) but who the heck am I kidding? I'm going to buy them all.

[DKristin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm starting this off by sharing the definition of the word parody, because I truly believe that a parody is not what Mrs. Lewis gave us. However, I am not complaining at all!!! This book definitely had the humor and it was in the style of Fifty Shades. The story was completely different and in a lot of ways much better than the original Fifty. I rate it a solid 4.55 stars! Instead of Ana with her inner goddess and annoying monologue you get the funniest imaginary Id and Super-ego ever and you get reasons behind why Keisha needs them. Tristan is "damaged" but not to the point where you worry that he may not be redeemable or fixable. You get quite a bit more BDSM and it isn't presented as darkly as it is in some books. I don't mind a darker book but I have to admit that the lighter presentation was enjoyable too! Keisha continuing to run from Tristan makes a heck of a lot more sense based on her back story and past than it did in Fifty Shades. Overall, I felt like there were just a great deal more common sense choices and aspects to the story. Now, this is not to present a picture of a PERFECT story and no annoyances or "huh?" "what?" moments because there were a few.

I have to admit when I picked it up I was somewhat nervous because it said "Ghetto girl" in the series title and I was not sure what to expect. I was happy to find that instead of the stereotypical definition of ghetto it really was about a woman who was from a district where members of a ethnic, religious or cultural minority are congregated, usually voluntarily or in an economically depressed urban district predominately inhabited by members of one ethnic or religious group. Keisha and her friends and family were educated, talented, and down to earth. Keisha also kept it real. I liked how L.V. Lewis tackled the difficulties that those of mixed race or lighter complexion come into contact with. In that others often make assumptions about who they are or are not and that it can often be a delicate and difficult balance for those who have to navigate between what is essentially two different worlds.

There was plenty of steam and heat and many characters that reminded me of people I actually know or family members. I think for those who are hesitant to read "black" or "interracial" romance this is a great way to start. For those who believe that they will not understand or be able to connect you may be very surprised if you give it a chance. Of course it isn't going to be everyone's cup of tea. If you were looking for a really exaggerated and hilarious version of Fifty Shades you may be caught off guard by the original story you find here.

If nothing else for the month of November you can get this for 99 pennies... http://amzn.com/B009ZL7DJQ

I highly suggest you take a chance on it, if you want to borrow it, I will be happy to loan my copy to you!!! Now on to my casting...








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[Saz]

I literally just don't have any words.

[I ♥ Bookie Nookie (bookienookiereviews.blogspot.com) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh the irony!

Typically, I would never pick up a parody, so, I am not quite sure why I picked this one up, but I sure am glad I did! Besides the title that is a little cringe worthy, the rhetoric throughout the books had me enthralled – yes, enthralled. I was a little apprehensive about even laughing at some of the off-color comments – glancing around to make sure it was ok to laugh and it was, so I did. After all, it IS a parody, it’s supposed to be funny, right? Funny it was! It was surprisingly sexy too.

FIFTY SHADES OF JUNGLE FEVER was a riot! Between Keisha’s “ghetto” take on the BDSM world and being controlled by a “white man” and the battle between her inner voices, made up of her “Fairy Hoochie Mama” and her “Triple-G,” well, let’s just say it was an entertaining ride to say the least. I have to share a few of my favorite quotes…just to give you a little taste of what you are in for.

Keisha on the age-old questions: Spit? or Swallow?
“Boy, that shit don’t taste as good as those fucking porn stars pretend. Jizz is nasty!”

Keisha on hard limits:
“I’m not agreeing to let him piss all over me like R. Kelly did to that young girl—allegedly.”

Tristan on bumping uglies:
“Keisha, Fifty Cent and I agree on one thing, only: I’m into having sex, not making love. ”

FIFTY SHADES OF JUNGLE FEVER is a must read if you are in for a whole lot of funny and sexy rolled into one. No matter if you loved FSOG or hated it, you are bound to enjoy this one! I can't wait to read book 2!

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[The Black · Rating 4 out of 5]

Whenever the next big thing breaks out it begets a slew of imitators. They run after the bandwagon like children after an ice cream truck, trying to jump on, trying to hitch a ride on the momentum of the success of the original. Oftentimes the imitators fail miserably in comparison to that original.

Since the wild success of E.L. James’ “Fifty Shades” series there have been untold numbers of bandwagon chasers – novels about domination and submission, bondage, and of course the fair “maiden” and wealthy “prince” who somehow though in the midst of their whips, handcuffs and blindfold sexual relationship, find fairy tale love. Read as familiar? Thought so. I don’t know how good or bad most of the imitators are because I haven’t read any of them, except one: L.V. Lewis’ Fifty Shades of Jungle Fever: The Ghetto Girl Romance Quadrilogy, Vol. 1.

Ms. Lewis stated that her novel was a parody of the original “Fifty Shades,” but I wondered if that were just her excuse, the gimmick she was using to catch a ride on the bandwagon versus coming up with an original concept. What I discovered was that she wasn’t chasing the bandwagon; she’d caught up to it, then sprinted past it and left it in her literary dust.

The star of the story is Keisha, a young black woman who with her friend and business partner Jada is looking for an investor for their new music studio/store. Enter wealthy businessman Tristan White, who just happens to be white (saw what you did there, Ms. Lewis!). Thus the “Jungle Fever” titling for this book.

If you’ve read any of the “Fifty Shades” or bandwagon novels you know where this story goes. Tristan is the dominant. He makes his move on Keisha. She’s resistant at first to his advances (isn’t that the way of all romances?) and certainly to becoming his submissive, but she feels an attraction to him. Her internal conflict over getting involved with Tristan as a subservient business partner and lover are cleverly illustrated by the use of the character’s conflicting conscience. Like E.L. James’ “inner goddess,” Ms. Lewis provides Keisha a character conscience, in the form of two imaginary angel-and-devil-on-the-shoulders types that she calls “Triple G (Ghetto Good Girl)” and “Fairy Hoochie Mama.” This gimmick imitation could have been a disaster, but Ms. Lewis makes it work by not overusing them, and when she does use them to illustrate Keisha’s conflicting feelings, they’re actually funny. While Triple G might cringe in horror at the prospect of some sexual adventure, Fairy Hoochie Mama is flipping cartwheels of joy.

This story is a parody, so we know where it’s going. Eventually Keisha gives in and signs the contract committing her to becoming Tristan’s submissive. Break out the whips, handcuffs and blindfolds.

Where Fifty Shades of Jungle Fever departs from similarly-themed novels and makes it superior to them is that LV Lewis doesn’t take things too seriously, and because she doesn’t, you don’t get a chance to roll your eyes at the goings-on. This is a true parody in that throughout, Ms. Lewis injects Keisha’s narrative with a wit and humor that moves the story along and makes you want to turn the page. You know how it’s going to end, but you wonder how funny the trip getting there will be.

I enjoyed Fifty Shades of Jungle Fever because it didn’t take itself too seriously. This isn’t a bandwagon book but a true parody, and that’s what makes it outshine the others. I don’t know what L.V. Lewis has planned for her future books in this series or for other works, but she has a talent for writing humor, and could easily carve her own niche as an author of romantic humor. If I have one recommendation for Ms. Lewis, it’s this: Find a way to give Triple G (Ghetto Good Girl) and Fairy Hoochie Mama their own book! They’re that funny.

I give this one four stars because while the concept isn’t original, the story is a very high cut above the rest. If you enjoy Erotic Romance and like to smile, you won’t go wrong with Fifty Shades of Jungle Fever: The Ghetto Girl Romance Quadrilogy, Vol. 1.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't know if this is a true parody or not because I have put off reading Grey for so long, but this book certainly stands strong on its own. Going in I really didn't know what to expect because I didn't read the product description, but saw all the great reviews so I'd figured I'd give it a shot, and I was presently surprised. I thought Keisha was going to be some round the way chick who was going to get on my nerves quickly, but she was quite the opposite. Yes she was a bit ghetto at times, but the girl was friggin hilarious. Her devil and angel on her shoulders had me in tears a lot in the book, and she also had a softer side to go with her tough exterior, as well as being extremely smart. Tristian on the other hand was a true Dom. I really did not think Keisha would submit to him so easily, but it did make their interactions all the more entertaining. If this is this authors first book I'd say kudos, job extremely well done. I'll be anxiously awaiting the next story in this saga.

[Pamela · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really loved this book. I couldn't put it down. It was funny, it was romantic at times and definitely steamy :). Tristan is definitely swoon worthy lol. I know women like Keisha and it was interesting reading how she handled the situations she was put in. I loved her relationship with Tristan and I can't wait for the next book.

[Sherol · Rating 4 out of 5]

stop hating the damn book! there is nothing racist about it! only a racist would think that the book has racial aspects in it. pull that stiff cock out of your asses and see the book for what it is! LOGICAL. Given the chance I would read this book again in a heartbeat because I liked it. It is clearly stated on the back/summary that it is an INTER-RACIAL RELATIONSHIP! what part did you not understand? this book had me going from the first paragraph! If you don't like it, go choke on a stiffy

[♥Laddie♥ (Lee Lee)]

This is a book? Seriously? Was cocaine and ground up crystal meth being pumped through someone's air vents??! Because that's the only way I can see anyone thinking this is a good idea. Bad bad book idea! BAD!

[Piper Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

First and foremost, I haven't been moved to do a customer review in a lot time, so this is saying something. Anyway, I was hunting around amazon looking for something to read. The funny thing is, I'd been looking up reviews to see if others shared my frustration with the Fifty Shades of Grey series. The characters, their chemistry, their...everything, just didn't do it for me and I couldn't even finish the last in the trilogy. Let me say, I've been tired of the same old same old in the romance genre for a long time. There just isn't enough diversity in contemorary romance for me, and it's annoying. We claim to be progressive yet still our movies and books still largely depict that the only people capable of finding true love is two Caucasian people. That irks me. So, I almost exclusively read interracial romance because it's near and dear to my heart.

Boy, am I happy I found this book. It fixed everything that was wrong with Fifty Shades. Tristan and Keisha have tons of chemistry. I wasn't annoyed once by her Triple-G or Fairy Hoochie Mama. They were hilarious and added to the story, not detracted. I'm even curious about his brother and Jada. If you ask me, this book should be a best seller. Keisha wasn't some pathetic, unbelievable innocent, whiny character. She had a mouth and a back bone. That's a heroine I can get on board with. I'm am very much looking forward to the next book. I will be recommending this book to any and everyone I can.

[Paganalexandria · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was ambivalent about this book when it's existence became known. I loved Fifty Shades Of Grey, am a big fan of interracial romance, and was terrified of the offensive mess this parody had to be. The beginning of this book tries very hard to set up the parallels of FSOG with an urban twist. Our heroine is now Keisha Beale from the hood, instead of innocent Anastasia Steele. Brunette Christian Grey is replaced with Blonde Tristan White. She is a fledgling record executive instead of a publishing trainee. The anti-hero is still an insanely rich-controlling-beautiful Dom.

The first half of this book didn't grab my attention because of all the exposition needed to set the stage. Somewhere around the 45% mark it turned around and became very interesting. This is being called a parody but I didn't find much humor in it. It's actually well written without the vapid stereotypes I expected. It treats all the hot button issues (race, BDSM, etc.) with lots of respect.

I would like to give this book 3 1/2 stars if Goodreads would let me. It loses half a star for the slow start. I suspect the coming books will rate higher because the setup is the only part that bogged it down. Surprised and looking forward to the next installment.

[Deloris · Rating 5 out of 5]

I did not know what to expect when a friend said I should read this book, I am so glad I did. Yes this book is a parody from Fifty Shades of Grey but that is not all it is this book is a Wonderful funny story, a sexy story, a emotional story. I really like Tristan and Keisha together I was afraid Keisha would be a ghetto ignorant character, she is nothing like that she is a educated black woman so don't let the title fool you. Tristan is a character you will fall in love with he is a sexy Dom and a caring person and does not play games when it comes to business. I am ready for the next story now I really need to know what happens next.

[Constance Burris · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is being billed as a parody, but I'm guessing that's for P.R. purposes because the book was great, classy, and almost flawless. It should be more like 4 1/2 stars. I read the entire book in one day. I refused to put it down.

[☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rated 3.5 stars
This was a steamy story with some fun moments but I wasn't too annoyed with the constant quotes of race. I get it but jeez why so many times. All around enjoyed the story

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Audio CD/unabridged/Erotic Romance: First, a disclaimer because I got this from GRs for a honest review. I remember as a teen that the movie "Love Story" used to get a (**)** star review because you either love it or hate it. I liked this audio as a guilty pleasure, but I found myself yelling back at the Keisha, a lot.
While I didn't read the original 50 because it was so poorly written, I did read the beginning, the contract and some of the "good parts" (which weren't very good).

Here is an open letter for Keisha (may contain spoilers, but it's erotica and a parody nothing should surprise you).

Dear Keisha,
Girrrl, are you mental? I mean, did someone hit you with a hammer? He has had multiple skanky women. He seems only concerned with a condom during regular intercourse in case of pregnancy. Then why did you not add, as a hard limit, absolutely no unprotected sex, ever, in any orifice. Do you want to end up with HPV and anal cancer or AIDS. Why did you not insist Richy Rich take some dollars and get tested. Really? If he skips a condom with you during anal intercourse, then he was not using one with them.
Just tell him what your daddy issues are. I mean, he will lighten up on the "sessions" and get bored sooner. Then you could keep the money; duh. Oh yeah, the money and gifts? There are gifts from a man and then there is whoring yourself. Just sayin'.
And by-the-way, how can Tristan be a little over six foot and have an identical twin brother...who is a pro basketball player? And did you notice, he broke that stupid contract twice in the first three weeks.
In closing, he's not all that into you and doesn't want a commitment, so get your clear heels and run. I mean, the man never cooked you dinner, he doesn't make you laugh, and you have to watch every little thing you do around him.

Here is an open letter for Tristan (may contain spoilers, but it's erotica and a parody nothing should surprise you).

Dear Tristan:
You are a tool. You act like a tool, talk like a tool, and probably smell like a tool. You are boring and you should be lucky a strong women like Keisha gives you the time of day. What do you do? You have to break her down. Under the contract she is isolated from her friends and family during the weekends. No dinner with mama. No church. No work. No friends. No shopping. No rest. That is the first sign of what a abusive boyfriend/spouse does: isolation. You constantly break the contract and demand/stalk her for "sessions" during the week.
You brag, numerous times: "A good dom knows when his sub..." Well, you don't. How could you not see her warning signs she was breaking apart. What are you going to do after you break her down? End the contract and leave a real man to pick up the pieces?
You also say you you have her physical being in the forefront. Well, there's more than smoothing on suave after a flogging. As I mentioned in my letter to Keisha, you have unsafe sex and you are exposing her to every woman you've ever been with. And if you are clean, how do you know Keisha is? She used to have sex with a unfaithful boyfriend. That means any woman in the future has just been exposed to every woman the unfaithful rapper had sex with. You're going to end up like Michael Douglas in 20 years with mouth cancer caused by a HPV.
You don't like that Keisha doesn't tell you everything. You're worse. We, and she, know little about your past.
In conclusion, stick to one-night stands, with condoms.

I know what your thinking: you liked this? I listened to it in the car on my way to work. It was really good in small pieces. I am thinking about reading the next part, but I like how this one ended.

[Rob Fuller · Rating 4 out of 5]

I first heard of this book when I saw a Q&A that L.V. Lewis had done during the recent Author to Author Blog Hop. Her answers regarding this book made me run to my computer and order it. I was hooked and L.V. has a new fan. I'll admit that I haven't read a single page of the 50 Shades books, and after reading L.V. Lewis' take on the subject, I have no desire to even attempt to now. L.V. Lewis has created a sexy, sassy, smart, and witty take on the genre. Whether you call it a parody or a satire, you have to admit that it's quite a ride. Even though it was only 166 pages, a big disappointment to be sure, it hit the mark from the get-go and refused to let up. Looking forward to the next book.

Robert S. Fuller Jr
Author of Valerie: Daughter of the Dragon

[Ellen · Rating 1 out of 5]

I won this book in a Goodreads First Reads Giveaway. Hmmm...not sure what to say about this book. My apology to L.V. Lewis...but I didn't like it. I feel bad about saying that, really. I thought because it was a parody, it would be funny, but it wasn't really (okay, I smiled slightly a couple of times). It seemed a bit juvenile actually, even though it definitely contained adult content. For me the book didn't get interesting until the characters became real, with real problems, at the very end of the book (and this was such an obvious "hook" to get the reader to buy the next book.) Sorry...I would not recommend it.

[Shay · Rating 4 out of 5]

So, a friend of mine dared me to read this book, and I went in expecting to really hate it, but I really enjoyed this one. It was very funny but what made me really like this book was Keisha's reactions to Tristan being a dom. Especially when she saw his "playroom", I was laughing so damn hard. Hopefully the 2nd book comes out soon so I can find out what happens with these two.

[♡Meme♡Reads love♡]

This just got too silly I couldn't take any of the characters serious. Got at least 20% of it read.

[Aղցela W. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Spoiler Ahead This book was picked for me to read in a pick it for me challenge and it was a really good pick. I have had this book on my kindle for about six months I really wasn't sure what to make of it, because I really liked "Fifty Shades of Grey" and I thought that the book was going to make fun of it, boy was I wrong and I am glad that I was. Aspiring recording studio owners, Keisha Beale and her best friend and roommate Jada Jameson, score a rare meeting with venture capitalist Tristan White. Keisha who is a singer and song writer is not really comfortable going to meeting she doesn't have the head for business like Jada who majored in it in college. Keisha is not prepared when she meets Tristan he is nothing like she thought he would be. He is young rich and sexy Tristan is also a Dom and so is his twin brother Nate who is a basketball player. This was a really good book and I liked the dialogue that was going on in Keisha's head triple G and hoochie mama. Tristan who is looking for a new sub makes Keisha an offer that she can't refuse he will give them the money to start their company if she agrees to be his sub. Although she says yes she wants love and romance and to know that the relationship is going somewhere. Both Keisha and Tristan have had difficult childhoods and both of them is not willing to share with the other. Keisha who grew up with a father that beat her and her mother. Tristan introduces her to a whole new world of kinky sex and it was hot some of the sex scenes in this book were hotter than "Fifty Shades". I also liked the fact that Jada was a sub already and she didn't share that with Keisha so she hooks up with Tristan's brother Nate. I also liked Keisha's mother she told it like it was. This was a really good book it was well written with no errors in grammar or spelling this was my first time reading this author and I am already listening to the next book in this series.

[K.F. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fifty Shades of Jungle Fever is entertaining, comedic and much more believable in my opinion than its parodied counterpart. The main heroine, Keisha, kept me in stitches for the majority of the book with her sassy, yet naïve inner commentary. Although the book is obviously a parody, I would like to see these characters in their own unique settings that don't mirror storylines I've already read. Keisha and Tristan were likeable, relatable and hilarious in their own rights, and I almost felt like they were getting the short end of the stick by not being given a unique platform to showcase L.V. Lewis's creativity. I enjoyed the twists added to the story and I laughed out loud when I read the part about gluing an ex's hand to a certain body part. I will say one thing for L.V. she definitely upped the bar for intimacy in the series when she tossed the rapper angle into the mix. "Clutch the Pearls!" The author's writing style alone could probably make Stevie Wonder wanna order her books in Braille...or at least get the audio versions. Bravo! I was thoroughly entertained. I look forward to the next book, which hopefully will be about a story that hasn't already been beaten to death with a stick, a two-by-four and a cat o' nine tails.

[Shelia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hated to admit that I enjoyed Fifty Shades of Grey so therefore Fifty Shades of Jungle Fever piqued my interest. I am usually not into Erotica but my office mate enjoyed it so I had to check it out especially since I had read Fifty Shades... poorly written and all. Fifty Shades of Jungle Fever is funny, crazy and almost believable. I had problems identifying with Keisha and her mindset. I wish the author would have taken the time and made me FEEL like she was a strong black woman instead of TELLING me. A strong black woman would have read a contract concerning her body and she would have at least googled dom/sub lifestyle for herself. She would have known her place and protected her heart better because the roles are defined...from what I read in Fifty Shades. Apparently just taking the advice from her roommate who unbeknownst to Keisha... was clearly not enough. Also, I would have liked more story than just the dom/sub action. That's what drew me in Fifty Shades. I wanted more details on what made Tristan and Nate tick and choose the lifestyle. Lewis referenced movies a little too much for me as well because I'm not a movie aficionado. With all that being said Lewis wrote it in a way that I can not wait to read #2!

[David Ketelsen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I haven't read the 50 Shades of Gray books so I don't know how this book, 50 Shades of Jungle Fever, compares but it's obvious from reading it that this isn't strictly a parody. This book is a serious exploration of a woman's journey to realize her dreams of owning her own business and also to explore her own sexual and romantic desires.

L.V. Lewis is a very good writer. I was impressed over and over at how well she used humor and sensitivity to write this book. I definitely and strongly recommend this book to others. I doubt very much that the Shades of Gray books are better written. In time, this series by Ms Lewis might become the standard series in BDSM fiction.

[Anino · Rating 4 out of 5]

As an IRR/Fifty Shades Imitator, this book was pretty good. However, I do have to say that it had some moments of corniness intertwined within the story.

Other than that, if I hadn't read such glowing reviews, I would have passed on this book, because the cover is ugly and non-descriptive.

Giving this one 3 & 1/2 stars...


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10/31/2013 Update **

The author made an excellent decision when she updated the cover, because the previous cover was a serious train wreck....

[Robin · Rating 1 out of 5]

I like Interracial Romance. Heck, I like Romance in general. And I'm usually very forgiving with books. I try to see it through the end. I try to keep going. But I just couldn't do it with this book. I know it was highly suggested to me; I know a lot of people said it was good. I know it's highly recommended, but I just can't seem to get through it. I might try it again later. But as of right now, no. I can't.

[Lillian Mackenzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I literally have not finished the book yet, but I am writing my review now. The book is just that good. It has a perfect blend of humor, romance, erotica and relatability. The man character Keisha is so awesome in the "self talk" department; and, Tristian hungers for her like a ravenous beast. This book has definitely kicked the thermostat up a notch in my bedroom.

[Mrs MaliaAnd~Stylish Book Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want more. This was so good I can't wait to see the love blossom between these 2

[Just A Girl With Spirit · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.75 stars—Audio

This book was okay. Loved being inside a black woman’s head, and experiencing her take on the whole world of BDSM. I mean, let’s face it, there aren’t many in this world, and definitely not a lot of books written from that perspective.

Christian Grey meet Tristian White. I had to chuckle at that.

There were a few areas of cringiness, for instance the constant talking to her “Triple G”, and “Fairy Hoochie Mama” in her head got old quick..but they also did in FSOG books too so..

As always though I am here for the romance, and I loved watching how these two quickly became obsessed with each other. Also I love the realness about the heroine’s abusive past from her father, and feeling her apprehension at certain times because of it. Tristian helped her be able to let go, and let flow. Glad I read it, but definitely not one I’d reread.

[Lynne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh this book killed me (in a good way of course). Not sure what i was expecting with a parody book, let alone a parody book of my most favorite and what i consider the granddaddy of them all, “Fifty Shades of Grey”. I was saying in my head, “the author better not make Christian looks like some creep or I will be sending a very unpleasant email to this chick.” So I started and from the very first line:

“Pursing my lips in frustration, I brush my hair back and tame it with the last bit of gel left in the jar. Damn my weave is Jacked!”

I just knew this was one book I was going to enjoy and not want to put down.

“Fifty Shades of Jungle Fever” by L.V. Lewis has the female herione, Keisha and friend Jada wanting to start their own record label. In order to make this happen they need a major backing from a person with the means and the money. So conviently, Jada is unable to attend so Keisha, being uncomfortable with formal business, has to step up and go to bat for her company. That’s where she meets the engimatic and dominating presence of Tristan White. After going tit for tat with each other and a steamy first encounter, Keisha is left reeling! Running out on their meeting she knows she has blown their chance for making this dream into a reality. Tristan doesn’t back down or forget about Keisha. The bottom line is....HE WANTS HER. And even though she’s fighting it, she wants him too. Floggers, spanks and all.

What I loved:

Storyline- yes its based off of FSOG, but it became its own story and flowed very smoothly. The plot pulled me in and just didnt want to let me go.

Dialogue- this book could of been full of stereotypes and degrading offenses, but it didn’t fully go there. Some of the stereotypes that people may consider offensive truly wasn’t. I thought the dialgoue was just witty and comical when it needed to be.

Interracial relationships- now i’ve read many New Adult novels, but none with minorities as the main characters, which can be disheartening, but I digress. I was happy to see the story revolve around a black woman and a white man and their relationship together. I hardly see it in books or movies, so it was refreshing to read here. Since i’m black and my hubby is of Irish/Italian descent, I did relate a bit. This is just me, but I always been attracted to white men and like Keisha did in the book, got the stares from other black people that would say, “why can’t you give a black man a chance?” Well I did and I decided to go for cream in my coffee instead. What do you want me to tell you? You truly can’t choose who you fall in love with. That is definitely what Keisha learns here.

Keisha- 10x better than Ana. I’m sorry but Ana just annoyed me. Keisha on the other hand was just a fun character. A bit rachet at times, but still had a maturity that Ana took a very long time to establish. I just loved her.

Dislikes

Tristan- Definitely no Christan Grey, but still sexy and charming in his own way. I did find however that he was very cold and at times lacked emotion. In FSOG, once CG started to get to know Ana you know those protective walls were starting to crumble. Tristan, on the otherhand, just didn’t know where he stood with her. Those two were very sexual but i just felt there should of been more coming from him. Hopefully i will get to know more about Tristan in the 2nd book. He is too much of a mystery for my liking.

That f%!?$ing ending- I swear I thought I was throwing something with how it ended. Thank God this book had the 1st chapter of ‘Exit Strategy’ or Ms. Lewis would be receiving a very mean email from me.

Even though I had 2 dislikes I am still giving it a 5 out of 5. This book was funny, with the right amount of social commentary and wit. Please read this book and the follow up,”Exit Strategy”, which is out now. Go, Go, Go! For those that know me, would I steer you wrong?!

[Monica **can't read fast enough** · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the first parody of a popular book that I have read and I am so glad that I took a chance and gave it a try. This book was laugh out loud funny and Lewis was not trying to pass it off as anything more than what it was-a fun, sexy romp with lots of humor. I've always been in touch with my Triple G: Ghetto Good Girl, but I now want to get in touch with my Fairy Hoochie Mamma. I enjoyed Keisha's initial reaction to the whole idea of BDSM. Her decision to put her reservations aside and go for it was more realistic than what you sometimes get in erotic novels. Turning over control to Tristan unexpectedly triggers some long buried issues for Keisha and they manifest in a startling way. Now for the negative. There are some editing issues in this book that could be easily fixed. I'm not sure why, but editing issues seem to plague many IR books and that just disrupts what could otherwise be excellent reads. Maybe a good editor is just too expensive for many of these newer authors. This book also ends with a cliffhanger, which I've stated before I don't like, but it did not take away from the fun I had reading this book. Luckily for us, book 2, Exit Strategies is now out so there's no wait for the follow up! If you are looking for a quick enjoyable read this is a good option.

I received a copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

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