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The Family Business #0.5
To Paris With Love
Ripped from the pages of the New York Times bestselling series The Family Business, Carl Weber and Eric Pete bring you To Paris with Love, a solo story about their two most popular characters to date--the bright, sexy, and deadly Paris Duncan and her flamboyant and cunning twin brother, Rio.
It's spring break and Paris Duncan is on the verge of graduating at the top of her class from Chi's Finishing School, one of Europe's most exclusive private academies. At Chi's students not only learn the three Rs, but they also learn the deadly art of assassination.
Like most of her classmates, Paris is looking forward to going back home. She can't wait to get back to the bright lights of New York City, where she plans on clubbing with her twin brother Rio, scarfing down her mom's cooking, and wearing out her father's credit cards. A family crisis puts an end to her trip home in favor of a solo trip to the French Riviera.
Rio Duncan has been accepted into one of the most prestigious law schools in the country and his father, LC Duncan, couldn't be more proud of him. Unfortunately for LC, Rio has plans of his own, and they don't include law school. If that weren't surprise enough, Rio's got a few more things to tell his dear old dad, one of which is that he is gay.
Now that he's come out of the closet, Rio is in the wind. He's headed to Europe to live life by his own rules and hook up with his sister for some fun in the European sun. Together Rio and Paris will do what they do best--have fun, find trouble, and break men's hearts.
Travel with Weber and Pete to Europe, to see how Paris and Rio became the dynamic duo of the Duncan clan.
It's spring break and Paris Duncan is on the verge of graduating at the top of her class from Chi's Finishing School, one of Europe's most exclusive private academies. At Chi's students not only learn the three Rs, but they also learn the deadly art of assassination.
Like most of her classmates, Paris is looking forward to going back home. She can't wait to get back to the bright lights of New York City, where she plans on clubbing with her twin brother Rio, scarfing down her mom's cooking, and wearing out her father's credit cards. A family crisis puts an end to her trip home in favor of a solo trip to the French Riviera.
Rio Duncan has been accepted into one of the most prestigious law schools in the country and his father, LC Duncan, couldn't be more proud of him. Unfortunately for LC, Rio has plans of his own, and they don't include law school. If that weren't surprise enough, Rio's got a few more things to tell his dear old dad, one of which is that he is gay.
Now that he's come out of the closet, Rio is in the wind. He's headed to Europe to live life by his own rules and hook up with his sister for some fun in the European sun. Together Rio and Paris will do what they do best--have fun, find trouble, and break men's hearts.
Travel with Weber and Pete to Europe, to see how Paris and Rio became the dynamic duo of the Duncan clan.
288 pages, Hardcover
First published November 26, 2013
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About the author
Carl Weber
91 books2,105 followersCarl Weber is a New York Times and #1 Essence® bestselling novelist.
In addition to his writing, Weber is the founder and publisher of Urban Books and in 2005, he was named Blackboard's Publisher of the Year. He is the owner of the Urban Knowledge chain of book stores and a past recipient of Blackboard's Bookseller of the Year award.
Weber graduated from Virginia State University and holds an MBA in marketing from the University of Virginia.
In addition to his writing, Weber is the founder and publisher of Urban Books and in 2005, he was named Blackboard's Publisher of the Year. He is the owner of the Urban Knowledge chain of book stores and a past recipient of Blackboard's Bookseller of the Year award.
Weber graduated from Virginia State University and holds an MBA in marketing from the University of Virginia.
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December 28, 2013
It started slow. But after the passion between Niles and Paris began, I was all in!!! I love them together!!!
This ending tho!!!!!! got me feeling some kind of way. MOUTH WIDE OPEN!!!! Didn't like it at all. Didn't see it coming. Yet I'm upset with myself because I should have known it wouldn't end well because of how the book began!!!!!! REALLY. CARL WEBER....REALLY?????? But that's why you da man!!! NEXT BOOK LEGGO
This ending tho!!!!!! got me feeling some kind of way. MOUTH WIDE OPEN!!!! Didn't like it at all. Didn't see it coming. Yet I'm upset with myself because I should have known it wouldn't end well because of how the book began!!!!!! REALLY. CARL WEBER....REALLY?????? But that's why you da man!!! NEXT BOOK LEGGO
February 1, 2016
This one started slow for me and I was waiting for something that would get me hooked. Finally it happened and I was in to the end. Love this series and it was nice getting to know more about Paris Duncan. Definitely would recommend and want to read or listen to more from the authors.
April 9, 2014
So I have all of the family business books. This book is supposed to take place in Paris' past. So I am going to reveal my thoughts on characters.
Paris: I don't like to deal with spoiled ass brats especially hardheaded ones. Paris I would never be friends. I'd try to beat the shit out of her all the time. Her character is hard for me to read. I have a similar distaste to her sister London.
Rio: I always love Rio. He is one of the endearing character. He's wild but he has sense. He listens. He may not like it, but he takes it to heart.
Okay, so here's my review.
Beginning of the book begins in the present when Paris heads to Europe for a friend's wedding where she spots an old enemy. She proceeds to tell her friend the story of the situation between her and the enemy.
The book is not written as a reflection as Paris telling a story. It is written as a standard, typical novel. It should've been if you start out a book saying "girl let me tell you what happened." I expect it all to be from Paris' point of view.
The story and romance was good. I enjoyed it greatly. I even dreamed of the story. There are a lot of issues going on that keeps the story on its toes. The characters are well written. There were moments in the book that were confusing; so I had to re read the chapter because one sentence thru it off. No sweat since the chapters are small.
One thing that was really good was the imagery. I was able to imagine the Spanish farm/countryside, the yacht party and the hotel suites. Like most books from Carl Weber, there was plenty of sex. I am just curious of how Weber knows the sensations if sex from a woman's point of view.
My big disappointment was the end. There wasn't a wrap up. Remember at the beginning she was in the airport in the present? Well it should've ended there. Wanted to hear her friend's opinion and whether the enemy saw them or not. Weber could've just tied the story up. Instead he just kills off dude and that's it. No repercussions. No enemy screaming bloody murder. Enemy really didn't fuck up her family as she stated in the beginning of the book. She stopped any issues getting to them in the end.
All in all the story was a great read, but it had some glaring (in my opinion) inconsistencies. It is worth the read.
Paris: I don't like to deal with spoiled ass brats especially hardheaded ones. Paris I would never be friends. I'd try to beat the shit out of her all the time. Her character is hard for me to read. I have a similar distaste to her sister London.
Rio: I always love Rio. He is one of the endearing character. He's wild but he has sense. He listens. He may not like it, but he takes it to heart.
Okay, so here's my review.
Beginning of the book begins in the present when Paris heads to Europe for a friend's wedding where she spots an old enemy. She proceeds to tell her friend the story of the situation between her and the enemy.
The book is not written as a reflection as Paris telling a story. It is written as a standard, typical novel. It should've been if you start out a book saying "girl let me tell you what happened." I expect it all to be from Paris' point of view.
The story and romance was good. I enjoyed it greatly. I even dreamed of the story. There are a lot of issues going on that keeps the story on its toes. The characters are well written. There were moments in the book that were confusing; so I had to re read the chapter because one sentence thru it off. No sweat since the chapters are small.
One thing that was really good was the imagery. I was able to imagine the Spanish farm/countryside, the yacht party and the hotel suites. Like most books from Carl Weber, there was plenty of sex. I am just curious of how Weber knows the sensations if sex from a woman's point of view.
My big disappointment was the end. There wasn't a wrap up. Remember at the beginning she was in the airport in the present? Well it should've ended there. Wanted to hear her friend's opinion and whether the enemy saw them or not. Weber could've just tied the story up. Instead he just kills off dude and that's it. No repercussions. No enemy screaming bloody murder. Enemy really didn't fuck up her family as she stated in the beginning of the book. She stopped any issues getting to them in the end.
All in all the story was a great read, but it had some glaring (in my opinion) inconsistencies. It is worth the read.
November 6, 2014
Paris Duncan the baby girl of the Great Duncan family, finally makes it to her namesake, the city of Paris.While she has partying and shopping on her mind with her girlfriends, she crosses paths with an old acquaintance better yet an old nemesis.Paris then begins to reminisce and explain why this is not a friend but an enemy.Follow Paris as she tell her story of love and lost, and it's a very interesting one.
Carl Weber has done it again and spun a tale of deceit,betrayal and sex. This book had everything drama,action and a great story-line.From the first page until the last non-stop entertainment,reads just like an action packed movie. I am enjoying the Family Business series,every book gets better and better,can't wait until the next installment drops.
Carl Weber has done it again and spun a tale of deceit,betrayal and sex. This book had everything drama,action and a great story-line.From the first page until the last non-stop entertainment,reads just like an action packed movie. I am enjoying the Family Business series,every book gets better and better,can't wait until the next installment drops.
February 2, 2014
To Paris With Love is the installment in the Family a Business series, which focuses on the baby of the family. Paris is on break from school and ends up in Europe, where she is supposed to be staying out of trouble, but ends up right in the mix of it. She makes a few friends along the way...and one special enemy. Along for the ride is her twin, Rio, who finds himself in some trouble of his own.
I enjoyed this book, but was saddened by the ending. This is definitely a series I would recommend, as Mr. Weber did not disappoint his readers.
I enjoyed this book, but was saddened by the ending. This is definitely a series I would recommend, as Mr. Weber did not disappoint his readers.
December 23, 2013
Good book gave insight into why Paris acts like she does, didn't like the way the book ended though.
March 26, 2019
This is really a prequel to the Family Business series; however, there is a bit of a spoiler if you listen to this story prior to Family Business 1. The best place to read / listen is after Family Business 2, then you don't have the spoiler. This is the story of Paris' "test-run" into her role in the family "business". Just an OK listen on audio book -- 4 out of 10.
January 29, 2014
International Love! (3.5 stars)
I was more than excited when I heard that my fave Duncan member, Paris, was gonna have her own novel along her twin brother. And unfortunately, I'm...I slick feel let down. Don't get me wrong, the novel is entertaining and good but it didn't give me that Carl Weber feel that I became to love and that made him my #1 fave African American author. Kinda feel like the other author wrote more of this. The ending of the chapters didn't encourage me to read the next...the ending of the novel doesn't make sense either. Especially not based of the information provided before the "twist" was revealed. The novel was...predictable to me. But that's just my opinion. Even through all of that, I still enjoyed the novel and I would recommend "The Family Business" lovers to read this. Just hope Carl gives me what I've been missing with "The Choir Director 2".
I was more than excited when I heard that my fave Duncan member, Paris, was gonna have her own novel along her twin brother. And unfortunately, I'm...I slick feel let down. Don't get me wrong, the novel is entertaining and good but it didn't give me that Carl Weber feel that I became to love and that made him my #1 fave African American author. Kinda feel like the other author wrote more of this. The ending of the chapters didn't encourage me to read the next...the ending of the novel doesn't make sense either. Especially not based of the information provided before the "twist" was revealed. The novel was...predictable to me. But that's just my opinion. Even through all of that, I still enjoyed the novel and I would recommend "The Family Business" lovers to read this. Just hope Carl gives me what I've been missing with "The Choir Director 2".
February 16, 2016
Carl Weber has done an excellent job as usual. Live the setting how the story and all the drama, twist and turns that the twist cause in Paris. Great to see that they had excellent skills of there own and was being tested on how good. I would love to see Rio play a ruthless part like the other although he may not be as hard as they are. Love him to death though. Orlando stepped up to the plate for his sister as she hang on to love but lots in the end. Hate sad parts in this story but it was all for the good. Time to get some pay back cause Nadja is a thorn. What y'all think. 5 stars!
January 6, 2014
Started out a little slow but yet again Mr. Weber and Mr. Pete did not disappoint. I don't know how I'm feeling about that ending though. We already knew Paris was a bad chick from the first 2 books but in this story you got to see a different side of her, a little softer and not just the cutthroat lady who didn't seem to have a heart. I'm looking forward to the next installment in the series. Keep them coming!
January 29, 2015
This was the story on how Paris became the Paris we love to hate. I liked it. It wasn't as good as the other installments of the Family Business, but the background story was quite interesting. I can see why Paris is the bad chick she is now. It was good to see her without the family all up in her business. Rio cracked me up. The love scenes between Paris and Niles were hot. I wish the ending were a bit different. I plan to read The Family Business 3.
March 2, 2016
To Paris with Love is a good read. It's outstanding and well written. It's dealing with drama, love and betrayal. Mr. Weber did a good job. He's a good writer and author. Also, Eric Pete did a good job.
Nadja is a bad business. She gets mad at Niles because he chooses Paris over her. Nadja and Niles are not together. She plays a dangerous game and she's a dead wrong.
I'm looking forward to read The Family Business 3: Return of Vegas.
Good job! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
November 30, 2013
This book was excellent. Carl Weber is my favorite author and "The Family Business" serious is extraordinary. This books gives background on Paris and Rio and how they ultimately became who they are. The only thing I want to know is if Nadja will ever be handled.
December 12, 2013
Can't wait for the next book wow
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December 22, 2013great read!
November 11, 2014
The best of this series so far. Loved the action, romance and drama all wrapped in one tight little explosive bundle. My first 5⭐️ book. Read in a day.
January 12, 2015
Poor Paris is all I can say! I probably couldn't have done what she had to do...But the family business prevails!
August 17, 2016
Another good book by Mr. Carl Weber.
Paris Duncan can be your friend, enemy & your lover, but when it comes to her family Business she will always Choose Family First!!!
Paris Duncan can be your friend, enemy & your lover, but when it comes to her family Business she will always Choose Family First!!!
January 20, 2021
Suggestion: read in order of publication date.
One star for being a book, the second star for surprise ending.
One star for being a book, the second star for surprise ending.
June 23, 2016
Oh man! I'm highly upset with the ending. I fell in love with Niles, I really did. I was fighting for the relationship between Niles and Paris. I loved everything about the pair. But to end like this, I'm pissed off. How did Nadja have that much power? And how did I not anticipate the hit on Paris' father, that Nadja ordered? And in that same breath, how did I not anticipate Paris killing Niles before he had a chance to kill her father? I'm annoyed with myself.
Overall this was an easy, quick read. I had a couple of issues (hence the reason I didn't give it 5 stars). First, some of chapters consisted of 2 pages. Literally 2 pages. That's not a chapter. Secondly, and this is just a personal preference - but I hate books that jump from character to charcter...every chapter is spoken through a different character. Because what usually happens, once you finish a chapter with one character - the author leaves you hanging and starts up with another character. I hate that. Thirdly, and this is the biggest issue that I had. This book was very graphic. I really did not expect that at all. I felt like I shouldn't have read this book out in public, feeling all judged and what have you...lol. Sex scenes and being on the subway...oh my goodness. I just felt the stares (although I know this was solely in my mind).
I will continue with the series, although I'm mad that now I know Niles will not play a role in any of the next books. I'm completely pissed off at this point!
Overall this was an easy, quick read. I had a couple of issues (hence the reason I didn't give it 5 stars). First, some of chapters consisted of 2 pages. Literally 2 pages. That's not a chapter. Secondly, and this is just a personal preference - but I hate books that jump from character to charcter...every chapter is spoken through a different character. Because what usually happens, once you finish a chapter with one character - the author leaves you hanging and starts up with another character. I hate that. Thirdly, and this is the biggest issue that I had. This book was very graphic. I really did not expect that at all. I felt like I shouldn't have read this book out in public, feeling all judged and what have you...lol. Sex scenes and being on the subway...oh my goodness. I just felt the stares (although I know this was solely in my mind).
I will continue with the series, although I'm mad that now I know Niles will not play a role in any of the next books. I'm completely pissed off at this point!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 8, 2014
3.5 Stars for this book which is part of the Family Business series. This book is the background story of the youngest of LC and Chippy's children. Story tells us of her formative years and how it is that she came to be as we met her in the previous installments. Trouble I had is that the story never closed after opening with Paris about to tell her girlfriend why she hates the woman they spot in the airport. The story goes on but never returns to the opening scene. I definitely deduct points for that!
January 13, 2014
The book started out a little slow. Paris Duncan is my girlfriend in my head. Very good read I just was very upset with the ending. I loved Paris and Niles together and was looking forward to seeing more of them. I glad that Mr Weber wrote this book, we were able to really see who Paris and Rio really are. Great Read but would you expect anything less!!!!!!!
December 11, 2013
While this was fast paced it fell short somewhere. It starts with Paris seeing her enemy at the airport then telling her friends what happened. However, it ends without her returning to the present(where she was talking to her friends). This was somewhat Rio's story as well which is okay but really Paris's voice should be dominant.
May 28, 2019
There are just no words for how good this book was! It pieces everything together for Paris & Niles' story. This takes place with Paris in assassins school and on a break. However, instead of being sent back home, Daddy Duncan is whisking her away to another country to be safe. It doesn't explain why, but Paris is introduced to Niles, who seems to have secrets of his own.
May 6, 2014
Another story that could have been much better with an excellent ending. In fact, the rating is lower because of it and reflects some of my disappointment. This rating could and should have been higher. 6 of 10 stars
July 4, 2014
To Paris with Love….Paris Duncan is the baby girl of the Duncan clan. Paris is whisked off to Paris. While in Paris living the life, she meets Niles and falls in love with him. The book started out a bit slow, but it is mixed with love and lust. Paris falls in love and loses it…
August 7, 2016
I love this series, however I felt like this book was so unnecessary. Paris was already a main character in the books. This book took away my drive to finish the series. Hope to get back to the Duncans real soon.
August 9, 2021
This book was a continuation of The Family Business series and I enjoyed reading about the Duncan's and what the off springs are doing to keep the drama going. Paris is a force to be reckoned with and adventurous in her dealings with the family business.
December 6, 2013
I wasn't impressed by this book
December 9, 2013
Action packed with hot lovemaking scenes both straight and gay. Can predict how the story will end.
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