Hustle Hard

by Rikenya Hunter

Kourtney has hustled hard since she was nineteen years old. She grew up fast, putting her goals on hold since she had to result to stripping, to help her mother with her sick father’s medical bills. She’s always felt like she’s the one who’s holding her family together. Now three years later, tragedy repeatedly strikes and Kourtney’s world is turned upside down. Every time she deals with one issue, another problem arises. From drama at the strip club to her boyfriend being laid off at work and her younger sister going missing, can she manage to overcome all the stress, heartache and drama that seem to keep finding her? Book features sexual scenes and profanity.

244 pages, Paperback

First published January 20, 2014

About the author

Rikenya Hunter, born in Louisville Kentucky, writes from a young adults point of view. Rikenya has always had a passion for writing and storytelling and has been keeping a journal of her own life since the age of eight. She has a unique way of seeing life from her character's eyes, leading you along the path as a participant instead of an observer. Rikenya currently resides in Jacksonville Florida, with her high-school sweetheart and their two daughters. She's signed to Shan Presents and she's currently working on new material and working towards earning her Bachelors Degree in Business Administration.

Reviews

[Shakeria Sharie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a good complete book. I enjoyed it from beginning to end.

[Vaneka Rich · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story was absolutely amazing. It was well planned out, executed well. The characters had their own characteristics and played their part. I loved the fact that I could vividly see the storyline as if it were a movie and that I could feel all the emotions that each character portrayed.

As far as grammar and punctuation, there were none. This story was edited extremely well. I honestly did not see only misspelled words or have to try to figure out what has been written. I hate trying to figure a sentence out or seeing a lot of editing issues in a book. This story flowed gracefully from page to page. It was such an easy read.

Kourtney is a very strong, family-oriented, independent woman. She hustles hard for her and her family, doing what must be done respecting herself and using her intelligence and wisdom to guide her. After suffering with multiple losses in death from those close to her within less than two months apart, she tries her best to remain strong and keep it all together for her family as well as herself. Even though her life is falling apart she still manages to keep it together, as well as find love.

Jamal is the perfect gentleman. He goes out his way to make Kourtney his wife. As he tries to get out the game, shots are being taken at him. Life in danger, he gracefully manages to overcome his obstacles and get what he once thought he never would want or ask for.

I absolutely loved Kourtney and Jamal's relationship. Their chemistry was mind blowing. To me they were the perfect couple. I honestly believed that Dwight was not the man for her. I really don't believe he was "trying" and that he was only using her. Kasey was very young and very naïve. She made her bed and unfortunately had to sleep in it.

Enis was a ride and die, and I respected him. At first I thought he was hating but I see he was actually right and Jamal seen so himself. Cassandra was one strong woman and I 100% respect her. I can honestly see why Kourtney was the way she was. Her mother definitely raised her right!

I loved every minute of this story. When I thought one thing was going to happen, it turned out to be something different.

Rikenya did an amazing job! The suspense in this novel had me on a reading high! Sleep and work was the only thing that kept me from reading it all the way through the first time I started it. I give this book 5 stars and recommend it to everyone.

This story is so relatable to an everyday person's life. Just read it you'll see and believe me you're going to love it just as much as I did. This could be a standalone but, I would love to find out what could happen beyond "The End." What say you, Rikenya?

[Mita Rhodes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hustle Hard, March 27, 2014


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Great Read! This book was certainly a page turner from beginning to end! Never a dull moment and kept you w a bring more!

[Shatika Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Koko was a born bred hustler. Her drive, ambition and determination was impeccable. She gave new meaning to the profession of dancer. Her respect for herself should be what every woman takes from this book.

[Jasmin Watson]

Hustle hard

This was an good standalone book. I loved kourtney and Jamal relationship. I was happy when koko finally let her guard and let Jamal love her. I was also happy to see an happy ending.

[Pamela Johnston Ward · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read! I am so glad that Kourtney got her happily ever after. She went through a lot in her young adult life. She deserved to have true love and happiness.

[Ashleigh B · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing!!!

From beginning to the end it had me on edge!! I felt so sorry KoKo and all the tragedy she had back to back but Jamal was her savior and I loved that!! I wish I could give this 1 million star! That’s how much I loved it! And yes I cried a little bit lol.

[Ahjaylah · Rating 5 out of 5]

You are so amazing,

I love your books you are amazing😍 like you can read ome chapter or one page and know that the book is going to turn out good

[Marla Adams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Read

I hate that I started reading this so late because I can never start reading one of Rikenya's books and put it down until I'm finished. This was definitely a page turner. I love when I connect deeply with the characters as I did with this read. Very Good read plus it's a stand alone. Great Job Rikenya!!!!!

[Danielle Smith · Rating 3 out of 5]

just ok

[Ashlee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book

Great job girl. I loved Jamaal. They made a wonderful couple. Kudos on writing another hit. Part 2 perhaps? ?

[Gabrielle]

this book was hot like fire loved it

[Deborah Bates · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding

OMG this book was written very well. It held my attention from the first chapter. It was great to read the entire story with a good ending. DeborahBates@live

[LaSonya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read.