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Thuggin with A St. Patrick: A Standalone Novel
Abandoned early by their mother, Berlin and Kya Knight adapted to their difficult circumstances as best they could. While Kya became a nurturer, doing her best to fill her mother’s shoes, Berlin—known simply as “Bean”—turned to the streets, bleeding the block daily to survive. Scarred by her mother’s betrayal, Bean has no intention of caring for anyone else, especially not the annoying, arrogant block boss, Koz St. Patrick.
After growing up in the system, Kendrick “Koz” St. Patrick cared about two his money and his foster brother, Travis “Twisted” Reed. He hustled his way to the top, ruthlessly ridding himself of any competition. Now, no one challenged his authority… except for the aggravating, hard-headed Bean. He is used to the animosity between them, but when that tension shifts into something else, Koz realizes he doesn’t know if he wants to make the stubborn beauty back down… or lay down.
Twisted Reed has made his share of mistakes, but he loves Kya Knight with everything in him. Now seems the perfect time to lock her down—she’s pregnant with his son and he’s learned the error of his cheating ways. But Kya can’t let go of his past mistakes and her trust issues leave the future of their love in question.
Tragedy strikes and Kya makes a decision that turns all of their lives upside down.
Will these couples crumble under everything being thrown their way? Or can they thug it out and stay together?
After growing up in the system, Kendrick “Koz” St. Patrick cared about two his money and his foster brother, Travis “Twisted” Reed. He hustled his way to the top, ruthlessly ridding himself of any competition. Now, no one challenged his authority… except for the aggravating, hard-headed Bean. He is used to the animosity between them, but when that tension shifts into something else, Koz realizes he doesn’t know if he wants to make the stubborn beauty back down… or lay down.
Twisted Reed has made his share of mistakes, but he loves Kya Knight with everything in him. Now seems the perfect time to lock her down—she’s pregnant with his son and he’s learned the error of his cheating ways. But Kya can’t let go of his past mistakes and her trust issues leave the future of their love in question.
Tragedy strikes and Kya makes a decision that turns all of their lives upside down.
Will these couples crumble under everything being thrown their way? Or can they thug it out and stay together?
197 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 20, 2023
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December 28, 2023
Yikes, Good and messy….this story had a lot of humor and loyalty, which ultimately kept my attention.
October 9, 2023
Toxic toxic Toxic
Lawd this book was good and Toxic... these men were loving ho3s and the women were strong fools! I was rooting and not rooting for these couples. Twisted and Mar Mar were funny. Koz and Bean didn't know what to do with all them feelings. I wish we got more clarity on the mother and sister. But good read!
Lawd this book was good and Toxic... these men were loving ho3s and the women were strong fools! I was rooting and not rooting for these couples. Twisted and Mar Mar were funny. Koz and Bean didn't know what to do with all them feelings. I wish we got more clarity on the mother and sister. But good read!
October 9, 2023
Straight Fun!
This was one out of control story from beginning to the very end . The writer gives total chaos ,with two couples young and wilding out.There are moments when its just so funny you can't help but laugh out loud. You will not be bored, because I have to say this was one entertaining story!
This was one out of control story from beginning to the very end . The writer gives total chaos ,with two couples young and wilding out.There are moments when its just so funny you can't help but laugh out loud. You will not be bored, because I have to say this was one entertaining story!
September 27, 2023
This was definitely an action pack and unique love story!! TAVA writing will keep you turning the pages until you reach the final conclusions! All the jealousy, plotting, and back & forth between the two couples and add a wicked foster sister in there!!
October 17, 2023
Enjoyed
I enjoyed reading this crazy, drama-filled story. These characters are a mess, from the fighting to the streets something is always going on. I have laughed so much while reading this book. I would love more from some of the supporting characters.
I enjoyed reading this crazy, drama-filled story. These characters are a mess, from the fighting to the streets something is always going on. I have laughed so much while reading this book. I would love more from some of the supporting characters.
January 4, 2024
Lord Jesus this book was a fun time 😂
This is the only time I’ve ever read an enemies to lovers book where they actually truly hated each other. Berlin aka Bean was a woman who didn’t play about two things her money and her sister and she would knock your head off about both. She sold drugs and busted heads but the difference between her and the other dealers is they all had to answer to Koz and Twisted but she didn’t because Twisted was dating her sister Kya. Koz hated that she got to do whatever she wanted to so much that he would pick on her everytime he saw her he pissed her off so bad she shot his car up and they actually ended up tussling. Mr and Mrs Smith ain’t got nothing on these two fools. After that Koz felt bad and nursed her back to health cause he whooped her azz, don’t trip cause she got at him too in a weird way it turned them both on cause they are psychos. That’s when the delusion started after that Koz was basically like ok now we go together but Bean was like knee grow puhlease ion even like you. He affectionately referred to her as “little n****a” because she dressed and acted pretty macsuline until he saw her at the club and went ballistic on any man trying to get a minute of her time. This was the most toxic relationship ever and I somehow loved it lol. If Bean even thought he was with another girl she’d get with a dude in his circle. It wasn’t right but making a man slide down the wall ugly crying and snorting cause you got your lick back will forever be sensational in my eyes. Definitely going to read more of TAVA’s backlog.
This is the only time I’ve ever read an enemies to lovers book where they actually truly hated each other. Berlin aka Bean was a woman who didn’t play about two things her money and her sister and she would knock your head off about both. She sold drugs and busted heads but the difference between her and the other dealers is they all had to answer to Koz and Twisted but she didn’t because Twisted was dating her sister Kya. Koz hated that she got to do whatever she wanted to so much that he would pick on her everytime he saw her he pissed her off so bad she shot his car up and they actually ended up tussling. Mr and Mrs Smith ain’t got nothing on these two fools. After that Koz felt bad and nursed her back to health cause he whooped her azz, don’t trip cause she got at him too in a weird way it turned them both on cause they are psychos. That’s when the delusion started after that Koz was basically like ok now we go together but Bean was like knee grow puhlease ion even like you. He affectionately referred to her as “little n****a” because she dressed and acted pretty macsuline until he saw her at the club and went ballistic on any man trying to get a minute of her time. This was the most toxic relationship ever and I somehow loved it lol. If Bean even thought he was with another girl she’d get with a dude in his circle. It wasn’t right but making a man slide down the wall ugly crying and snorting cause you got your lick back will forever be sensational in my eyes. Definitely going to read more of TAVA’s backlog.
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December 17, 2023
KR
Wow
So many twist and turns now I didn't see that coming Kendall was there big sister That there mom also did want ok ... Kendall cause all these problems killed Ebony for what Because she obsessed with Twisted she was crazy...
Berlin and St Patrick was off the chain with there toxic But actually was in falling for each other.. But like how Berlin was like I match your energy But he could not take it when she did it...
Twisted and Kya was going through a lot blame on the baby had her acting up emotional frfr ... Took him getting shot for Kya to realize she didn't want to be without him glad there able to be a family...
I love the bond with Both couples they both ride for there siblings Blood couldn't not make Twisted and St Patrick no thicker they didn't play no games about each other Kya and Berlin are very close as well But I feel like Berlin if our mom doesn't want to be in our life keep it pushing Because of her selfish ways I ain't calling you ok... But there sister bond was strong...
I recommend this book
Wow
So many twist and turns now I didn't see that coming Kendall was there big sister That there mom also did want ok ... Kendall cause all these problems killed Ebony for what Because she obsessed with Twisted she was crazy...
Berlin and St Patrick was off the chain with there toxic But actually was in falling for each other.. But like how Berlin was like I match your energy But he could not take it when she did it...
Twisted and Kya was going through a lot blame on the baby had her acting up emotional frfr ... Took him getting shot for Kya to realize she didn't want to be without him glad there able to be a family...
I love the bond with Both couples they both ride for there siblings Blood couldn't not make Twisted and St Patrick no thicker they didn't play no games about each other Kya and Berlin are very close as well But I feel like Berlin if our mom doesn't want to be in our life keep it pushing Because of her selfish ways I ain't calling you ok... But there sister bond was strong...
I recommend this book
December 27, 2023
When someone on my timeline said somebody dies within the first couple of pages I had to read. This is one toxic funny ass book. Kya was a little annoying but I understand why she felt the way she did. Travis is Kya on again off again boyfriend but this time he’s trying to do right by Kya and their son ( she’s pregnant). Koz is Travis brother who’s obsessed with Bean ( Kya’s sister). Bean and Koz had one toxic relationship. I loved these crazy brothers they killed anybody just for simply looking at their women. MarMar was hilarious. Samantha and Kendall got exactly that they deserved but I kind of wanted to know more about Kendall background but at the same time she was a non factor. I’m glad these couple got there happily ever after. This was my first read by this author but I’m definitely going to check out more reads.
September 23, 2023
Fun! Fun! Fun!
This is my first time reading this author just picked this on a whim. Omg! Best thing ever. It is both a realistic & ridiculous depiction of the daily hood life shenanigans. Take it for a spin if your up for a good time. I hope the gang comes back for more in another novel. She’s developed a great cast of characters with explosive chemistry. I sincerely think she could develop a great series of books based on these characters. I mean not only are they gun toting, street fighting & bed-hopping but they also solve a murder mystery.
Please give us more cause this was priceless.
This is my first time reading this author just picked this on a whim. Omg! Best thing ever. It is both a realistic & ridiculous depiction of the daily hood life shenanigans. Take it for a spin if your up for a good time. I hope the gang comes back for more in another novel. She’s developed a great cast of characters with explosive chemistry. I sincerely think she could develop a great series of books based on these characters. I mean not only are they gun toting, street fighting & bed-hopping but they also solve a murder mystery.
Please give us more cause this was priceless.
January 4, 2024
Pure chaos and entertainment
Everybody in this book is insane, and I love it. Bean and Koz are the most toxic couple I’ve read about in a long time lol the way they kept fighting people and dropping bodies behind each other had me glued to the story like it was The Young and the Restless 😂 Twisted was hilarious, and all the random side pieces that kept getting murked was comedy. This author knows how to tell an enemies to lovers story in such a fun way. I’ll definitely read more from them.
Everybody in this book is insane, and I love it. Bean and Koz are the most toxic couple I’ve read about in a long time lol the way they kept fighting people and dropping bodies behind each other had me glued to the story like it was The Young and the Restless 😂 Twisted was hilarious, and all the random side pieces that kept getting murked was comedy. This author knows how to tell an enemies to lovers story in such a fun way. I’ll definitely read more from them.
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October 13, 2023Bean
Babyyyy this book is a 10/10 I fell in love with bean crazy self lol she is so me frfr Kya and bean relationship was how it's pose to be no questions asked same with koz and twisted they all was crazy lol I think mar mar was my favorite Sith his funny self Sabrina didn't destroy be a mama at all I'm glad Kendall got what she deserved this book was packed with all the craziness that you would want to read
Babyyyy this book is a 10/10 I fell in love with bean crazy self lol she is so me frfr Kya and bean relationship was how it's pose to be no questions asked same with koz and twisted they all was crazy lol I think mar mar was my favorite Sith his funny self Sabrina didn't destroy be a mama at all I'm glad Kendall got what she deserved this book was packed with all the craziness that you would want to read
December 25, 2023
Toxic
Man bean and her dude was the most toxic couple ever lol. This book will have you bust some stitches laughing. Kendall was a true psyco! Something was really wrong with her in the head. Their mother was a piece of trash and should not be able to ever birth anything again. I just live Mar-Mar crazy self. He was just spreading his seeds everywhere lol. I am so glad they got Peanut after what he did to my girl.
Man bean and her dude was the most toxic couple ever lol. This book will have you bust some stitches laughing. Kendall was a true psyco! Something was really wrong with her in the head. Their mother was a piece of trash and should not be able to ever birth anything again. I just live Mar-Mar crazy self. He was just spreading his seeds everywhere lol. I am so glad they got Peanut after what he did to my girl.
September 25, 2023
Whew Chile!
Kos and Berlin worked all my nerves. I was ready to lock them in a room until they got it in. Twisted and his girl was no better. I knew Kendall was full of BS. She was a h3o and crazy. The mother didn't care about none of her kids. Marmar was hilarious. He had all the jokes for any and everybody😄 Great job Tava!
Kos and Berlin worked all my nerves. I was ready to lock them in a room until they got it in. Twisted and his girl was no better. I knew Kendall was full of BS. She was a h3o and crazy. The mother didn't care about none of her kids. Marmar was hilarious. He had all the jokes for any and everybody😄 Great job Tava!
October 4, 2023
This book was too much. I have never read a book where each page had me laughing so hard. Koz and Bean were toxic from the start but glad they got it together. MarMar was crazy kept me laughing because he always had something slick to say. Really enjoyed it will definitely look for other books by this author.
January 20, 2025
Messy 🤣
Messssy. This book right here had me laughing and cussing all at the same time. Bean and Koz had me all over the place , with the crazy a**. But they loved each other . I was glad twisted and kya got right because dang now… marmar was too funny and the best homie on the block .
Messssy. This book right here had me laughing and cussing all at the same time. Bean and Koz had me all over the place , with the crazy a**. But they loved each other . I was glad twisted and kya got right because dang now… marmar was too funny and the best homie on the block .
May 23, 2025
Loved it
A Fast and funny rollercoaster ride on the Corner ! Bean didn’t play about her family and her money . I absolutely loved her . Twisted and Koz was crazy asf and added to the book boyfriend list and we can’t forget about mar mar 🤣 Kya was big sis and held it down with her pregnant emotions
A Fast and funny rollercoaster ride on the Corner ! Bean didn’t play about her family and her money . I absolutely loved her . Twisted and Koz was crazy asf and added to the book boyfriend list and we can’t forget about mar mar 🤣 Kya was big sis and held it down with her pregnant emotions
September 23, 2023
Toxic! But I love toxic
First time reading this author and it won't be my last. Story was surprisingly good. I was so entertained. The characters were very likeable and the story had all sorts of twist and turns. Didn't see a lot of the stuff that happened coming.
First time reading this author and it won't be my last. Story was surprisingly good. I was so entertained. The characters were very likeable and the story had all sorts of twist and turns. Didn't see a lot of the stuff that happened coming.
September 25, 2023
Drama
This was a really good book with so much drama. Mar Mar will having you laughing throughout the entire book. I loved the fellas and the ladies. Berlin was a little to hard, but I understood that’s how she protected her heart. Overall, a good book!
This was a really good book with so much drama. Mar Mar will having you laughing throughout the entire book. I loved the fellas and the ladies. Berlin was a little to hard, but I understood that’s how she protected her heart. Overall, a good book!
September 26, 2023
Laugh so hard
If you look for something to make you laugh this is the book for you and you can’t put it down and yes it as all you are looking for in a urban fiction book so get the book or click to read, you would not be disappointed
If you look for something to make you laugh this is the book for you and you can’t put it down and yes it as all you are looking for in a urban fiction book so get the book or click to read, you would not be disappointed
October 9, 2023
Ntma
This is my first read by Tava but it won't be my last. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I laughed so hard at these characters. Bean and Koz are my favorite. Marmar is hilarious to. Now I gotta read the rest of her books
This is my first read by Tava but it won't be my last. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I laughed so hard at these characters. Bean and Koz are my favorite. Marmar is hilarious to. Now I gotta read the rest of her books
October 14, 2023
VERY FUNNY N REAL Hood
Boy them Knight sisters aint to be played with. Especially Bean aka Berlin aka lil nigga lol. The book was funny, real and had some real life dysfunction in it. It's a great read. You did your thang Tava. Keep pen pushing.
Boy them Knight sisters aint to be played with. Especially Bean aka Berlin aka lil nigga lol. The book was funny, real and had some real life dysfunction in it. It's a great read. You did your thang Tava. Keep pen pushing.
October 17, 2023
10 stars!!!!
OMG, I loved it! I was laughing out loud at Marmar! Bean and Koz baby that love hate relationship was everything! This is a must read, it held my attention from the beginning to end!
OMG, I loved it! I was laughing out loud at Marmar! Bean and Koz baby that love hate relationship was everything! This is a must read, it held my attention from the beginning to end!
November 17, 2023
Entertaining
If you're looking for an entertaining read that has a good plot, make you giggle and toxic this is the one. This book offered a lot for a short. Although, I'm not heavy into toxicity, I found this story entertaining and worth the read.
If you're looking for an entertaining read that has a good plot, make you giggle and toxic this is the one. This book offered a lot for a short. Although, I'm not heavy into toxicity, I found this story entertaining and worth the read.
September 21, 2023
Good
This was so good. I love a urban fiction romance that gives everything it's suppose to. Idk who I liked more Koz or twisted. I highly recommend this book. (JC)
This was so good. I love a urban fiction romance that gives everything it's suppose to. Idk who I liked more Koz or twisted. I highly recommend this book. (JC)
September 26, 2023
so good
This book was very good! The drama just kept coming and coming. Kendall was crazy! Sabrina was a garbage mother
This book was very good! The drama just kept coming and coming. Kendall was crazy! Sabrina was a garbage mother
October 21, 2023
Tava!
Great read I loved all the characters in this story! Awesome story line! I want more of Bean n Koz!
Great read I loved all the characters in this story! Awesome story line! I want more of Bean n Koz!
October 21, 2023
Toxic
This was the most toxic love story I ever read but I enjoyed all of it. Koz and Bean crazy and so is Kya and Twisted. MarMar was my favorite tho her was funny as heck.
This was the most toxic love story I ever read but I enjoyed all of it. Koz and Bean crazy and so is Kya and Twisted. MarMar was my favorite tho her was funny as heck.
November 11, 2023
Nice Read
This was a nice little story I can't even be mad I damn sure had quite a few laughs the characters We're funny as hell Anyway kudos to the author well done
This was a nice little story I can't even be mad I damn sure had quite a few laughs the characters We're funny as hell Anyway kudos to the author well done
November 28, 2023
Good Read!!!
I loved this book. It was good from the beginning to the end. If you are looking for a good book, look no further!
I loved this book. It was good from the beginning to the end. If you are looking for a good book, look no further!
June 9, 2024
enjoyed
I enjoyed this book so much, that i didn’t stop reading until i was finished. I laughed and was shocked.
I enjoyed this book so much, that i didn’t stop reading until i was finished. I laughed and was shocked.
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