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Kiss the Year Goodbye
Kiss the year goodbye with this sultry anthology...
New Year's Eve is the time to make a naughty resolution, so shed your inhibitions and indulge in this sultry collection of escapades from four of the hottest writers around.
In Brenda L. Thomas's "Every New Year," a shoot-out lands a respected doctor in the hospital with a bad case of amnesia, and in the care of a man too sexy to resist.
In "Whatever It Takes" by Tu-Shonda L. Whitaker , a sassy older woman tries to break off her steamy relationship with her best friend's twenty-three-year-old son, but he shows her he's man enough to fulfill her needs.
Crystal Lacey Winslow proves you can be "Dangerously in Love" when a prim and proper young woman's wild side takes over after the man she's dating slips up with another woman.
In "My Boo" by Daaimah S. Poole , a Philly girl's long-distance boyfriend never has time for her -- not even around the holidays. So when her ex-roommate's latest lover comes knocking, she's ready to get the party started.
New Year's Eve is the time to make a naughty resolution, so shed your inhibitions and indulge in this sultry collection of escapades from four of the hottest writers around.
In Brenda L. Thomas's "Every New Year," a shoot-out lands a respected doctor in the hospital with a bad case of amnesia, and in the care of a man too sexy to resist.
In "Whatever It Takes" by Tu-Shonda L. Whitaker , a sassy older woman tries to break off her steamy relationship with her best friend's twenty-three-year-old son, but he shows her he's man enough to fulfill her needs.
Crystal Lacey Winslow proves you can be "Dangerously in Love" when a prim and proper young woman's wild side takes over after the man she's dating slips up with another woman.
In "My Boo" by Daaimah S. Poole , a Philly girl's long-distance boyfriend never has time for her -- not even around the holidays. So when her ex-roommate's latest lover comes knocking, she's ready to get the party started.
368 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2005
About the author
Brenda L. Thomas
20 books45 followersWinner of the African-American Literary Award, for her novel Woman On Top, Brenda L. Thomas is the author of several books including the Essence bestselling novels, Threesome, Fourplay, and The Velvet Rope.
Refusing to be held to a particular genre, Brenda writes everything from mystery and suspense to psychological thrillers. Her passion though is traveling the country discussing her memoir, Laying Down My Burdens.
When she’s not writing—which is rare—Brenda can be found at her home in Philadelphia chasing squirrels away from her garden and researching her next erotic short.
Refusing to be held to a particular genre, Brenda writes everything from mystery and suspense to psychological thrillers. Her passion though is traveling the country discussing her memoir, Laying Down My Burdens.
When she’s not writing—which is rare—Brenda can be found at her home in Philadelphia chasing squirrels away from her garden and researching her next erotic short.
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January 24, 2009
I’m Doing Me!
India Parker is determined not to ring in her new year with collard greens and black-eyed peas. She’s willing to accept that she’s going to be alone; that is until her crazy girlfriend, Joan, is in need of her digital camera to catch her cheating husband in the act. India goes to return the camera and comes home instead with flashes of Devin, Joan’s 23-year-old son. He’s not a boy anymore and he wants to prove to India that tricks are for kids. “Whatever It Takes” written by Tu-Shonda Whitaker has all of the elements making for an entertaining short read. I absolutely couldn’t stop laughing at Mr. Marcus, Ju-Ju, Joan and Tracy . I also really enjoyed the lesson that young blood Devin teaches India.
Dr. Cynthia Lampley takes her job as an urologist serious. While most people love their jobs, I’m sure Dr. Cyn takes a little more pride in doing her job well. So well in fact, her patients mostly always leave with a smile. Work seems to take over every aspect of her life. Her fiancée Terrell is not happy with her career or her schedule. He’d like nothing more than for Cynthia to allow him to do what he does best, control the rest of their lives. Cynthia loves Terrell. On the other hand, she finds herself questioning if he’s truly the one. “Every New Year” written by Brenda L. Thomas was a tolerable read. I think that the story itself was deficient except when it came to the male anatomy and sexual romps.
Jovie and London have a lot in common; both are single, creative and have already spent the New Year together. Thanks to alcohol consumption and a broken heart, London may not recall the encounter. As London pursues Jovie, a quality woman who is worthy of so much more, he’s quickly caught up in the essence of her uniqueness and soon finds it hard to stay away. Unfortunately, he meets Jada, her cocky, disrespectful identical twin, who appears hell bent on destroying their newfound relationship. “Dangerously In Love” written by Crystal Lacey Winslow is riveting and wild. I liked the way the story materialized.
Gina is by far the definition of I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-T! She has her own house, her own car yet the distance between DC and Philly has her wishing that they were one in the same. Chris, her long distance boo, lives in DC. While they’ve been dating a year, it’s still hard to come home to an empty bed and have to survive until they can both coordinate the time to spend with one another. Jealousy seeps in as Bianca, her best friend and roommate, seems to be hittin’ the high notes on a regular basis. “My Boo” written by Daaimah S. Poole was just okay. While I got the point of the story being that you should cherish what you have, I felt that there were just too many other unnecessary things mentioned in the book.
I’ve mentioned on more than one occasion that I’m not a fan of anthologies; I do exploit them when I can to see if the contributing authors may be ones I’d like to check out in the future. Seeing that I already enjoy Crystal Lacey Winslow and have read Brenda L. Thomas, I will now have to add Tu-Shonda Whitaker's latest work to my to be read pile.
India Parker is determined not to ring in her new year with collard greens and black-eyed peas. She’s willing to accept that she’s going to be alone; that is until her crazy girlfriend, Joan, is in need of her digital camera to catch her cheating husband in the act. India goes to return the camera and comes home instead with flashes of Devin, Joan’s 23-year-old son. He’s not a boy anymore and he wants to prove to India that tricks are for kids. “Whatever It Takes” written by Tu-Shonda Whitaker has all of the elements making for an entertaining short read. I absolutely couldn’t stop laughing at Mr. Marcus, Ju-Ju, Joan and Tracy . I also really enjoyed the lesson that young blood Devin teaches India.
Dr. Cynthia Lampley takes her job as an urologist serious. While most people love their jobs, I’m sure Dr. Cyn takes a little more pride in doing her job well. So well in fact, her patients mostly always leave with a smile. Work seems to take over every aspect of her life. Her fiancée Terrell is not happy with her career or her schedule. He’d like nothing more than for Cynthia to allow him to do what he does best, control the rest of their lives. Cynthia loves Terrell. On the other hand, she finds herself questioning if he’s truly the one. “Every New Year” written by Brenda L. Thomas was a tolerable read. I think that the story itself was deficient except when it came to the male anatomy and sexual romps.
Jovie and London have a lot in common; both are single, creative and have already spent the New Year together. Thanks to alcohol consumption and a broken heart, London may not recall the encounter. As London pursues Jovie, a quality woman who is worthy of so much more, he’s quickly caught up in the essence of her uniqueness and soon finds it hard to stay away. Unfortunately, he meets Jada, her cocky, disrespectful identical twin, who appears hell bent on destroying their newfound relationship. “Dangerously In Love” written by Crystal Lacey Winslow is riveting and wild. I liked the way the story materialized.
Gina is by far the definition of I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-T! She has her own house, her own car yet the distance between DC and Philly has her wishing that they were one in the same. Chris, her long distance boo, lives in DC. While they’ve been dating a year, it’s still hard to come home to an empty bed and have to survive until they can both coordinate the time to spend with one another. Jealousy seeps in as Bianca, her best friend and roommate, seems to be hittin’ the high notes on a regular basis. “My Boo” written by Daaimah S. Poole was just okay. While I got the point of the story being that you should cherish what you have, I felt that there were just too many other unnecessary things mentioned in the book.
I’ve mentioned on more than one occasion that I’m not a fan of anthologies; I do exploit them when I can to see if the contributing authors may be ones I’d like to check out in the future. Seeing that I already enjoy Crystal Lacey Winslow and have read Brenda L. Thomas, I will now have to add Tu-Shonda Whitaker's latest work to my to be read pile.
December 5, 2017
WHATEVER IT TAKES - TUSHONDA WHITAKER
GOT BETTER WITH TIME!
I first read this book in paperback form when it was first released and have re-read it umpteenth times since then. But, believe you me, it still gives me that feel good feeling. Mr. Marcus is still hilarious, Joan and Tracy are still the friends you can see yourself with, Devin is still sexy and India is still caught up in the matrix of time. Put them all together and you have an unforgettable read. I was elated when I saw it being released as an e-book and immediately pre-ordered. The day it was downloaded to my iPad, I immediately became immersed into the romantic storyline TuShonda has penned for our reading pleasure.
If you have never been exposed to the writings of Ms. Whitaker, please know that she is a magnificent storyteller and has written other gems besides this one. I am sure that after your exposure to this beautiful story, it will not be the last taste you desire. I have every book she has ever written and am so very glad she has decided to come back on the writing scene. I’m looking forward to new written diamonds in the future. TuShonda, welcome back and don’t make us wait too long before we hear from you again.
GOT BETTER WITH TIME!
I first read this book in paperback form when it was first released and have re-read it umpteenth times since then. But, believe you me, it still gives me that feel good feeling. Mr. Marcus is still hilarious, Joan and Tracy are still the friends you can see yourself with, Devin is still sexy and India is still caught up in the matrix of time. Put them all together and you have an unforgettable read. I was elated when I saw it being released as an e-book and immediately pre-ordered. The day it was downloaded to my iPad, I immediately became immersed into the romantic storyline TuShonda has penned for our reading pleasure.
If you have never been exposed to the writings of Ms. Whitaker, please know that she is a magnificent storyteller and has written other gems besides this one. I am sure that after your exposure to this beautiful story, it will not be the last taste you desire. I have every book she has ever written and am so very glad she has decided to come back on the writing scene. I’m looking forward to new written diamonds in the future. TuShonda, welcome back and don’t make us wait too long before we hear from you again.
October 15, 2011
Honestly, I only gave this book 3 stars because of Tu-Shonda Whitakers' "Whatever it Takes" story. That story was laugh out loud funny. It was damn good. Loved all the characters, even Ju-Ju. This was the first time I had read anything by this author but I will be reading more.
The Brenda Thomas' "Every New Year" was just blah. It wasn't long enough for you to like any of the characters and I didn't like what little I did read about them.
"Dangerous in Love" by Crystal Lacey Winslow was very predictable. I had figured out the Jada/Jovie twin story early on. Didn't really like London, he said he loved Jovie but he was sexing her twin, and then gave Jovie a ring he was gonna give his ex. It did wrap up nicely though, no need for a follow up.
"My Boo" by Daaimah S. Poole, was a let down. I have read 3 of Ms. Poole's other books and I loved them. My main issue, why would you sex a dude who just sexed your ex roommate. Everything Gina's brother told her about dude came true. To make matters worse the whole time she had a man. The Vegas part of the story was nothing if not confusing, I was left asking myself what just happened?
The Brenda Thomas' "Every New Year" was just blah. It wasn't long enough for you to like any of the characters and I didn't like what little I did read about them.
"Dangerous in Love" by Crystal Lacey Winslow was very predictable. I had figured out the Jada/Jovie twin story early on. Didn't really like London, he said he loved Jovie but he was sexing her twin, and then gave Jovie a ring he was gonna give his ex. It did wrap up nicely though, no need for a follow up.
"My Boo" by Daaimah S. Poole, was a let down. I have read 3 of Ms. Poole's other books and I loved them. My main issue, why would you sex a dude who just sexed your ex roommate. Everything Gina's brother told her about dude came true. To make matters worse the whole time she had a man. The Vegas part of the story was nothing if not confusing, I was left asking myself what just happened?
May 20, 2014
I didn't know whether to give this book 1 or 2 stars. Out of the 4 stories in the book, I only enjoyed the first one. The others were really boring. I'm kind of shocked that it was so boring because all of the authors usually keep me entertained.
October 17, 2010
The first 2 stories were good. The last two were boring and drawn out! I kept expecting something to happen in the last two, but it never did.
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