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You Needed A Real One: A Hood Rich Love Story
When two broken souls meet on a whim, sparks fly in this steamy, slow-burn romance.
Cree has reached her limit with her unfaithful boyfriend, Kross, and decides it's time to move on from the relationship. Feeling tired of being mistreated, she resolves to cut ties with him completely. However, as one chapter closes, a new one begins to unfold.
Jax, a successful businessman who appears to have his life in order, has recently broken up with his longtime girlfriend, Sabrina. Despite his outward success, Jax is grappling with inner struggles that threaten to expose his darker side. Recognizing the need for healing, he is uncertain if he is prepared to confront his inner demons.
When Cree and Jax cross paths, an immediate connection ignites, causing them to question their perceptions of love. Yet will their ex-partners allow them to find happiness, or will past wounds jeopardize their budding relationship?
"She Needed A Real One" is an engaging love story brimming with relatable conflicts that will keep readers eagerly turning the pages. Join Cree, Jax, Jrue, Kross, and their circle of friends and family as they navigate life's trials and tribulations in pursuit of love. This captivating series is a must-read of the year.
To all my loving readers, thank you for taking the time to read this story. I hope it brings you as much joy as it gave me writing it. Please be aware that this story delves into heavy topics such as autism, police injustices, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and domestic abuse.
I also touch on agoraphobia – an extreme fear of leaving one's own home.
While some issues are mentioned more prominently than others, they all play a role in creating a realistic and engaging story with its mix of humor, love, conflicts, and relatable situations.
Happy Reading…
All Love, All Ways, Always…
Tiece
Cree has reached her limit with her unfaithful boyfriend, Kross, and decides it's time to move on from the relationship. Feeling tired of being mistreated, she resolves to cut ties with him completely. However, as one chapter closes, a new one begins to unfold.
Jax, a successful businessman who appears to have his life in order, has recently broken up with his longtime girlfriend, Sabrina. Despite his outward success, Jax is grappling with inner struggles that threaten to expose his darker side. Recognizing the need for healing, he is uncertain if he is prepared to confront his inner demons.
When Cree and Jax cross paths, an immediate connection ignites, causing them to question their perceptions of love. Yet will their ex-partners allow them to find happiness, or will past wounds jeopardize their budding relationship?
"She Needed A Real One" is an engaging love story brimming with relatable conflicts that will keep readers eagerly turning the pages. Join Cree, Jax, Jrue, Kross, and their circle of friends and family as they navigate life's trials and tribulations in pursuit of love. This captivating series is a must-read of the year.
To all my loving readers, thank you for taking the time to read this story. I hope it brings you as much joy as it gave me writing it. Please be aware that this story delves into heavy topics such as autism, police injustices, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and domestic abuse.
I also touch on agoraphobia – an extreme fear of leaving one's own home.
While some issues are mentioned more prominently than others, they all play a role in creating a realistic and engaging story with its mix of humor, love, conflicts, and relatable situations.
Happy Reading…
All Love, All Ways, Always…
Tiece
187 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 30, 2024
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July 26, 2024
A good story
July 26, 2024
2.5 stars!
This book was ok. I think the writing threw me off and it made it hard for me to enjoy the book. I loved the representation of Autism and the relationship she had with her best friend. I didn't care for the ending but I guess we will see if my thoughts change if I read the second book.
This book was ok. I think the writing threw me off and it made it hard for me to enjoy the book. I loved the representation of Autism and the relationship she had with her best friend. I didn't care for the ending but I guess we will see if my thoughts change if I read the second book.
July 14, 2024
Good but
The storyline was good but it was a bit confusing. The story kept wavering between first and third person. It made the story difficult to read.
The storyline was good but it was a bit confusing. The story kept wavering between first and third person. It made the story difficult to read.
January 29, 2025
I don’t like how this book is written.
July 2, 2024
This story had all the makings of a good stand alone but I kinda figured when we got to the 81% mark and it seemed to not be wrapping up that there would be more to the story. This was a 3 star read for me cus I feel like it’s too many characters with each of them having heavy stuff going on. I feel like when you include hella mental issues, health issues, medical diagnosis the story starts getting too hectic especially when it’s involving multiple characters. I feel like the focus of this story should’ve been Jax and the fool but that’s just me. I also dislike when authors tip toe around an issue like yes we can use context clues and assume whatever it is but I rather they spell it out and build on it. It’s annoying to read his mom’s apology and him saying he’s messed up, and how life did him wrong and forced him to have his guard up. Like yes I can guess that he was a victim of domestic violence in his childhood but EXPLAIN IT without graphic detail so then we can understand certain behaviors better. Also using OCD as a diss toward him was weird coming from someone “who loves him”I also need more clarity in the situation with Sabrina. He got scared and started shutting down? Or did he cheat first or something cus the sister and Sabrina both tried to justify her affair like he had done something for her to get her lick back. So if that’s the case then I can’t really understand why he’s so mad. Now if he didn’t cheat but did start moving away from his girl it still don’t justify the cheating and why is it worded as if it is. Now on to miss girl Cree, she was a character that I wanted to root for cus she was well written seemed sweet but dumb you know like most of us in our 20s. My issue was the author wasn’tclearly communicating the characters emotional turmoil like how has her mother being a shut in affected her, what happened that she’s locked in a cycle with a man like Kross? Why everyone keep reminding her she’s dumb yet expecting her to move past it. Like other than Jrue everyone got snide remarks and disbelief toward her, yet they can’t see how that might lead her back to her toxic relationship. I appreciated the representation of autism in this book but I feel like it was just another not so well executed part of the story. I know there will be a part two but hopefully we get down to the nitty gritty and uncover why Jax and her both so messed up. Also might be petty but I don’t like when the story don’t really match the title like she needed a real one and AINT NONE cus Jax a man under construction she a bird flapping between the nest and progress so it’s just like where was the love at ? I’m okay with slow burns but I expect some burn somewhere and not between her and an ex she was calling everything but a child of god and having unprotected sex with
August 10, 2024
Not what I expected
This book had a fine ass man on the cover. I was expecting this man to give me all the feels... Not! His description and prifession do not match at all. There was only a small piece of spice at the very end of this book. The main characters kinda got lost in the story to me . The book started to focus on any and everyone else. It had so much potential to be good, but it truly fell short and missed the mark for me. I did have a laugh or two, so that earned it a generous 3rd star.
This book had a fine ass man on the cover. I was expecting this man to give me all the feels... Not! His description and prifession do not match at all. There was only a small piece of spice at the very end of this book. The main characters kinda got lost in the story to me . The book started to focus on any and everyone else. It had so much potential to be good, but it truly fell short and missed the mark for me. I did have a laugh or two, so that earned it a generous 3rd star.
June 25, 2025
You needed A Real One; A Hood Rich Love Story
I like this story. I just think Cree was very anxious and didn't give herself time to heal from all the betrayal of her xi boyfriend even though he came in time to rescue her sister and sister's best friend.from a disastrous situation.
I really like Jax but he couldn't make up his mind what he wanted to do. He still his having problems with an ex.
I would love reading that the opposite get it together.
Finally, going back to sleep with Kross should really be closure for their relationship.
I like this story. I just think Cree was very anxious and didn't give herself time to heal from all the betrayal of her xi boyfriend even though he came in time to rescue her sister and sister's best friend.from a disastrous situation.
I really like Jax but he couldn't make up his mind what he wanted to do. He still his having problems with an ex.
I would love reading that the opposite get it together.
Finally, going back to sleep with Kross should really be closure for their relationship.
August 1, 2024
🔥🔥🔥🔥
This here was a page turner for sure!!!!
What I enjoyed the most was the interaction/ friendship of Cree and Jrue sisters Halle and Nala! These two characters are blessings and characters themselves. How the author use characters with special needs drew my attention even more.
Definitely looking forward to part 2 cause Kris is working my nerves as well! However I’m loving me some Jax!!! Looking to find out more about him and Cree..
This here was a page turner for sure!!!!
What I enjoyed the most was the interaction/ friendship of Cree and Jrue sisters Halle and Nala! These two characters are blessings and characters themselves. How the author use characters with special needs drew my attention even more.
Definitely looking forward to part 2 cause Kris is working my nerves as well! However I’m loving me some Jax!!! Looking to find out more about him and Cree..
August 23, 2024
the book has a slow build
Honestly it’s a good book but not for me Cree and Jax barely spent time together we didn’t see them build nothing in this book then for Cree to leave kross for cursing then wet the end we find out he ain’t cheat it’s just all over the place and we haven’t even begun to break the barrier with Jax’s problem I don’t know this book did not make me wanna read part to but I love this author so I thought I would give it a try
Honestly it’s a good book but not for me Cree and Jax barely spent time together we didn’t see them build nothing in this book then for Cree to leave kross for cursing then wet the end we find out he ain’t cheat it’s just all over the place and we haven’t even begun to break the barrier with Jax’s problem I don’t know this book did not make me wanna read part to but I love this author so I thought I would give it a try
July 3, 2024
Come on Cree...
This was a good book and I was rooting for Cree. I hope trying to get closure doesnt come back to haunt her. There should have definitely been some conversation & protection. I dont like Kross but im glad he was there for Nala & Halle. Ready for part two to see if Jax gets the help he needs and can truly become what Cree needs.
This was a good book and I was rooting for Cree. I hope trying to get closure doesnt come back to haunt her. There should have definitely been some conversation & protection. I dont like Kross but im glad he was there for Nala & Halle. Ready for part two to see if Jax gets the help he needs and can truly become what Cree needs.
July 6, 2024
WOW
This was a good fast read. I had a feeling that the girls date was going 2 end in disaster. I just had a feeling. Kross 2 the rescue but DAMN Cree.... Those moments of weakness can really set progress back a whole lot... I'm waiting on Ms Sabrina... I'm sure she's going 2 make the next installment very interesting...
This was a good fast read. I had a feeling that the girls date was going 2 end in disaster. I just had a feeling. Kross 2 the rescue but DAMN Cree.... Those moments of weakness can really set progress back a whole lot... I'm waiting on Ms Sabrina... I'm sure she's going 2 make the next installment very interesting...
July 7, 2024
Cree and Jax
I really enjoyed this book. Tiece don't be playing with the pen. Regardless I'm team Crax/Cree & Jax. I loved how open and honest Jax was with Cree from the start. They both are broken in their own ways. Kross didn't deserve Cree just like Sabrina didn't deserve Jax. That hanga got me on pins but I'm rooting for a Crax happily ever after.😍😍
I really enjoyed this book. Tiece don't be playing with the pen. Regardless I'm team Crax/Cree & Jax. I loved how open and honest Jax was with Cree from the start. They both are broken in their own ways. Kross didn't deserve Cree just like Sabrina didn't deserve Jax. That hanga got me on pins but I'm rooting for a Crax happily ever after.😍😍
July 9, 2024
No words
Dang! This was good! It's about releasing what's convenient and stepping into something new with no guarantee. Everybody got real life issues. The highs and lows of relationships are not glossed over. It's a truly compelling story.
Dang! This was good! It's about releasing what's convenient and stepping into something new with no guarantee. Everybody got real life issues. The highs and lows of relationships are not glossed over. It's a truly compelling story.
August 6, 2024
Crazy
So now I'm so confused on who I want her to be with. Kross really did not cheat, so I really like them together. Jax is all messed up and maybe they would be better off as friends. This is so much, I just don't know what to do lol.
So now I'm so confused on who I want her to be with. Kross really did not cheat, so I really like them together. Jax is all messed up and maybe they would be better off as friends. This is so much, I just don't know what to do lol.
August 24, 2024
Excellent work just excellent
I’m so invested in this book OMG!! You feel like this your story in real life. The way these characters come together in this story. I’m on my way to read book 2.
I’m so invested in this book OMG!! You feel like this your story in real life. The way these characters come together in this story. I’m on my way to read book 2.
November 29, 2024
I hate a confused dumb ass bitch and that is what Cree is
Kross ain’t shit and Jrue is bitter. Jax told her the truth but Cree is too stupid to realize that her dumb ass needed to fucking heal. Hopeful this shit gets better
Kross ain’t shit and Jrue is bitter. Jax told her the truth but Cree is too stupid to realize that her dumb ass needed to fucking heal. Hopeful this shit gets better
July 5, 2024
Andrea S
That was a good read. But why did you end it that way???? It was so much more that could’ve been said..
That was a good read. But why did you end it that way???? It was so much more that could’ve been said..
July 5, 2024
You Needed A Real 1
Cree & Jax met at a time when they are still tied to their past. New beginnings with each other or reuniting with their past is hard to tell.
Cree & Jax met at a time when they are still tied to their past. New beginnings with each other or reuniting with their past is hard to tell.
July 6, 2024
Too good!
I am Cree, Cree is me…. It be hard sometimes… Good read can’t wait for part 2, I hope it’s the ending I envision lol
I am Cree, Cree is me…. It be hard sometimes… Good read can’t wait for part 2, I hope it’s the ending I envision lol
July 6, 2024
Al
Man just loved it and got me wanting more like omg you ended it like that ugh 😑 so can not wait to know what happen next
Man just loved it and got me wanting more like omg you ended it like that ugh 😑 so can not wait to know what happen next
July 7, 2024
Refreshing
I enjoyed the book from beginning to end. I hope Cree don't give up on Jax or Jax don't give up on Cree. I can't wait for book 2
I enjoyed the book from beginning to end. I hope Cree don't give up on Jax or Jax don't give up on Cree. I can't wait for book 2
July 25, 2024
whew
I need part 2! Please tell me these two get it together! Nala and Halle are my hearts! I love them! I can’t wait to hear Jax past
I need part 2! Please tell me these two get it together! Nala and Halle are my hearts! I love them! I can’t wait to hear Jax past
August 3, 2024
Crazy Ending
Cree knows she messed up after reading the text from Jax. This read was good, couldn't put it down. Author definitely kept storyline flowing.
Cree knows she messed up after reading the text from Jax. This read was good, couldn't put it down. Author definitely kept storyline flowing.
September 25, 2024
Excellent
This book was good from the beginning to the end. I really enjoyed this book. Can't wait to read part 2.
This book was good from the beginning to the end. I really enjoyed this book. Can't wait to read part 2.
October 21, 2024
🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯
I absolutely can’t wait to read what happens next, I feel like Cree made a big mistake going the route she went…🤦🏾♀️
I absolutely can’t wait to read what happens next, I feel like Cree made a big mistake going the route she went…🤦🏾♀️
December 1, 2024
good read
There’s a lot going on in this series! I had hope for Jax! Hopefully everything works out! I want jrue to find love
There’s a lot going on in this series! I had hope for Jax! Hopefully everything works out! I want jrue to find love
February 13, 2025
this book so boring
It’s a very slow read nothing happens then it ends for book 2. Don’t waste your time on this. Or money.
It’s a very slow read nothing happens then it ends for book 2. Don’t waste your time on this. Or money.
April 3, 2025
Interesting
We want why we want but to scared or afraid to let go of the past that has us in a choke holc
We want why we want but to scared or afraid to let go of the past that has us in a choke holc
April 14, 2025
Cree
The book is a mess with Cree and Cross. I can see the turmoil of emotional that line their relationship.
The book is a mess with Cree and Cross. I can see the turmoil of emotional that line their relationship.
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