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Dear Drama
After surviving her abusive ex-boyfriend, who is determined to destroy any chance she has at happiness, single mother Allure soon discovers that her obsession with finding Mr. Right is leading her down a dark path and bringing her nothing but pain. Original.
320 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2012
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April 2, 2012
This story had plenty of drama and it also had a great message for most women who act just like Allure.I enjoyed this story from the first to the last page.Your emotions are all over the place with this book u will get mad,feel sad,and laugh..That in my opinion makes a great read..Great job Braya Spice aka Karen Williams you haven't disappointed me yet.
March 23, 2024
Ooh the mess and drama allure was going through it and felt her pain because I'm going through it. I don't get as much offers like allure but I connected with her on the loniness and accepting the bare minimum from men and hoping this time might be different. I couldn't put the book down can't wait to read the next book
June 17, 2024
Good read definitely with alot of drama
There was so much drama I wanted to slap this girl through the book lol but it was so good throughout and it's definitely relatable to people I have known
There was so much drama I wanted to slap this girl through the book lol but it was so good throughout and it's definitely relatable to people I have known
July 1, 2017
The book was ok. I found out that there is a second book in the series so I will read that one just so that I can continue the story. Nothing really grabbed me from the book and drew me in.
June 6, 2018
Allure could not catch a break. Good read for any single lady. Great message
June 28, 2012
This book completely shitted on everything I thought I knew about domestic abuse, single motherhood, and all the other trials one individual could face. From start to finish Braya educated me about a reality I have never experienced before, and I have no regret whatsoever about reading Allure’s story.
Her character was constantly disrespected by not only the father of her child, but by men she thought would actually be different and love her. It’s like she attracted scums. That made sense, being that abuse women often times end up with the same kind of men.
Allure comes from a family like many around the world, one that’s broken and irreparable. It has affected her deeply, as is expected, but Allure takes pride in the fact that she’s a good mother, providing and taking care of her daughter the best way she knows how. And she’ll do what it takes to build a loving home for her little girl, Sierra, which is why she left Gregg.
For years she’s been abused physically, emotionally, verbally, hell even mentally by Gregg, the father of her child. This dude is a piece of work. He is the epitome of asshole. The more I read the more enraged I got with his unattractive character. He had me cursing up a storm while on my way to work in the mornings, and laughing in utter disgust on my way home. Gregg’s the kind of man that shouldn’t even be classified as a man. He fits the description of a bastard, and then some. I don’t even want to spare any more time going on about his character. “…And more ass whippings than Ike gave Tina.” Need I say more.
Throughout it all, Allure is surrounded by some ride or die chicks. Her sister Crystal, and her besties Creole and Kendra. My favorite part was Crystal and Creole beating Gregg’s ass after he turned up at Allure’s house on her birthday, acting like he controlled her life. I loved when the girls were together. They always encouraged and never scolded her for her past with that lunatic. As best friends and real friends should, they made her feel good about herself and uplifted her spirits when she was down. With friends like these you’ll be alright.
Dear Drama was one heck of a ride. The best, most realest story I’ve read this year. I was a mess after this one. I cried, I laughed, I sympathized, and above all else, I loved. Indeed, I loved this book and I strongly recommend getting yourselves a copy if you’re up to some seriously intense shit. A compliment, not a hate.
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Her character was constantly disrespected by not only the father of her child, but by men she thought would actually be different and love her. It’s like she attracted scums. That made sense, being that abuse women often times end up with the same kind of men.
Allure comes from a family like many around the world, one that’s broken and irreparable. It has affected her deeply, as is expected, but Allure takes pride in the fact that she’s a good mother, providing and taking care of her daughter the best way she knows how. And she’ll do what it takes to build a loving home for her little girl, Sierra, which is why she left Gregg.
For years she’s been abused physically, emotionally, verbally, hell even mentally by Gregg, the father of her child. This dude is a piece of work. He is the epitome of asshole. The more I read the more enraged I got with his unattractive character. He had me cursing up a storm while on my way to work in the mornings, and laughing in utter disgust on my way home. Gregg’s the kind of man that shouldn’t even be classified as a man. He fits the description of a bastard, and then some. I don’t even want to spare any more time going on about his character. “…And more ass whippings than Ike gave Tina.” Need I say more.
Throughout it all, Allure is surrounded by some ride or die chicks. Her sister Crystal, and her besties Creole and Kendra. My favorite part was Crystal and Creole beating Gregg’s ass after he turned up at Allure’s house on her birthday, acting like he controlled her life. I loved when the girls were together. They always encouraged and never scolded her for her past with that lunatic. As best friends and real friends should, they made her feel good about herself and uplifted her spirits when she was down. With friends like these you’ll be alright.
Dear Drama was one heck of a ride. The best, most realest story I’ve read this year. I was a mess after this one. I cried, I laughed, I sympathized, and above all else, I loved. Indeed, I loved this book and I strongly recommend getting yourselves a copy if you’re up to some seriously intense shit. A compliment, not a hate.
http://embraceyoumagazine.com/2012/06...
May 1, 2018
Poor Allure!
Finding an Honest man that’s going to keep it 100% real with you, is hard point blank!!!! Excellent relatable book!!!
Finding an Honest man that’s going to keep it 100% real with you, is hard point blank!!!! Excellent relatable book!!!
January 28, 2013
I loved this book from start to finish. I think I like it so much because it gave insight on abusive relationships and how in a way she repeated the cycle from one abusive relationship to another (physical and mental), but was finally able to stop and get herself on track. Also I think it was great that Allure was a working single mother that also kept going to school and didn't give up like most would have done, and been content with the section 8 housing! This book shed lite on the good single mothers out there trying to do better so that their kids can do better. Througout the entire book I had my fingers crossed that her and James would make it because he seeemed like a good man. Was I WRONG! I hope Braya SPice will do a part 2. I'm anxious to figure out if Allure was able to get moved out of the "hood" and if she ever finds true love and have another son! I cried with her when she found him cold in the crib! It broke me heart. And Bryce...I CAN NOT BELIEVE he kicked her door in like that. I was yelling the entire time she was involved with the cop. how could she not know he was a crazk head!! All in all I loved this book
May 1, 2016
I felt like I had to suspend belief a time or two during this book.
I found it hard to believe that someone would put up with some of the things Allure did.
She got rid of an abusive boyfriend (who is also the father of her child) to deal with a string of losers.
One of the things that I liked was that she never gave up on school. I also liked that she put her daughter first.
The HIV scare at the doctors office? Although I guess it was necessary to make the ending of the narrative work (and happy)... I don't know. There were also a few spelling errors. But not enough to give me pause.
Other than that, it's an a entertaining read. The author keeps you engaged.
I found it hard to believe that someone would put up with some of the things Allure did.
She got rid of an abusive boyfriend (who is also the father of her child) to deal with a string of losers.
One of the things that I liked was that she never gave up on school. I also liked that she put her daughter first.
The HIV scare at the doctors office? Although I guess it was necessary to make the ending of the narrative work (and happy)... I don't know. There were also a few spelling errors. But not enough to give me pause.
Other than that, it's an a entertaining read. The author keeps you engaged.
August 21, 2014
I enjoyed reading this.. The protagonist was just so infuriating though. So many bad choices. I couldn't identify with her. I kept yelling at her mentally, "Stay away from this guy! This guy cheated on you! This guy lied to you!" But she kept going back to these horrible guys, and clearly she was attractive enough to find a new one in a minute even if she did have unrealistically horrible luck.
I also hated the ending. It's nice that she was happy on her own, but after maybe one mention of religion in the whole book she's suddenly talking about God and his plan for her..
I also hated the ending. It's nice that she was happy on her own, but after maybe one mention of religion in the whole book she's suddenly talking about God and his plan for her..
May 19, 2012
At the beginning of the book I thought it was going to be pretty predictable, in the middle of the book I was angry at Allure and her choices in men.... the end of book gave a message that ALOT of women need to hear. As entertaining as some of the scenarios were its heartbreaking that when dating, these things tend to be more fact than fiction.
And for once... the book was wrapped up!! No cliffhangers for a part 2.
And for once... the book was wrapped up!! No cliffhangers for a part 2.
April 8, 2012
Allure is a single mother of a young daughter. Also she has a CRAZY baby daddy. Allure Jones wants what everyone wants in life: true love. But like so many others she find everything but love. Travel through "Dear Drama", and see what the dating life has to offer Allure.
I really enjoyed this book. The best thing about this book was it was very believable. It was such a quick read full with all different kinds of emotions.
I really enjoyed this book. The best thing about this book was it was very believable. It was such a quick read full with all different kinds of emotions.
July 12, 2014
I am glad I read this book after I got married. This book was crazy and filled with a lot of drama. If I was Allure I would have given up on men a long time ago. I would have moved me and my child to another country. All the men in this city was straight crazy. I hope book two will bring more happiness although I seriously doubt it. If I was still single I would think long and hard about returning to the dating scene after reading this book.
September 7, 2015
How much could one woman go through and still manage to not give up on love.. I felt sorry for Allure at times. Like most woman all she wanted was someone to love that loved her back..Definitely a must read on to part 2.
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September 28, 2012Good So Far...
June 15, 2012
i felt like this book was doing too much. she kept findind love in the wrong places, even going back to the men that treated her bad.overallit was a sad book and had a a great message.
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June 25, 2012looooooved this book! Could not put it down.
October 4, 2012
An ok story.
September 4, 2012
I really enjoyed all the drama! Very good book.
September 7, 2012
Enjoyed this book and I realize how much woman will tolerate to not be alone! Hope young woman read this book and realize to out themselves first before any man.
March 25, 2014
luv it so far
November 21, 2013
it was okay I'm glad that she finally realized that a man was not gonna make her or break her
January 24, 2013
Allure pissed me off through out the whole she was stupid & had a weak mind
August 14, 2013
really good read.. to bad she got caught up with all those buster's ......
August 25, 2013
poor allure ..the put her threw hell in this book she should have just cut all the penises off that did here wrong ..it was just to much for one book
February 28, 2014
This book kept me laughing. I really enjoyed it and can't wait until 3/1/14 for part 2.
March 29, 2016
great!!!!
July 15, 2016
Loved it
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