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Queen of D.C: The Beginning
Imagine this....
Tony Montana, Nino Brown & Manuel Norega all rolled into one. Rocking tight jeans, Prada boots and a "killa" smile.
What do you get?
Keeli Byrd...... The Queen Of DC.
Born with hustle in her blood and destine for greatness, Keeli sets out to become the most notorious female drug dealer in American history….. But it’s not by choice.
With her 3 best friends as her backing, her cousin as her coach and the streets as her backdrop Keeli starts her mission. During her 12 year reign as “queen” she faces countless obstacles including fake friends, snitches, family issues, crooked cops, enemies, love & addiction.
It aint all bad….. But it aint all good either. the question is “in the end… was it all really worth it??
You be the judge.
The First of A Trilogy
Tony Montana, Nino Brown & Manuel Norega all rolled into one. Rocking tight jeans, Prada boots and a "killa" smile.
What do you get?
Keeli Byrd...... The Queen Of DC.
Born with hustle in her blood and destine for greatness, Keeli sets out to become the most notorious female drug dealer in American history….. But it’s not by choice.
With her 3 best friends as her backing, her cousin as her coach and the streets as her backdrop Keeli starts her mission. During her 12 year reign as “queen” she faces countless obstacles including fake friends, snitches, family issues, crooked cops, enemies, love & addiction.
It aint all bad….. But it aint all good either. the question is “in the end… was it all really worth it??
You be the judge.
The First of A Trilogy
- GenresUrban
394 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 22, 2014
38 people are currently reading
75 people want to read
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March 20, 2016
DRMRAB DMV chapter had the pleasure of reading and discussing this book.
We gave it four stars. We agreed it took us a little while to get into this book. With thoughts of quitting reading this more than once we were glad we didn't. About halfway through the book we started to really enjoy it and realize it was definitely worth the read.
Keeli wanted a better life for her and her son. Keeli showed how you can start from the bottom and rise to the top with grit and dedication. We are glad we read this book and finished it to know how good it was. We agreed it ended much better than it began. Definitely worth the 4 stars given.
We gave it four stars. We agreed it took us a little while to get into this book. With thoughts of quitting reading this more than once we were glad we didn't. About halfway through the book we started to really enjoy it and realize it was definitely worth the read.
Keeli wanted a better life for her and her son. Keeli showed how you can start from the bottom and rise to the top with grit and dedication. We are glad we read this book and finished it to know how good it was. We agreed it ended much better than it began. Definitely worth the 4 stars given.
September 22, 2016
The QUEEN IS HERE !
Do,this is actually my second read from K Sherrie and I MUST SAY She Brought the HEAT. It took me a minute to finish this book because I had so much going on and I wanted to give it my undivided attention. But, I must say I was not disappointed in the least bit. And even though Keeli is unbelievable at a first glance, this author makes you believe in her. Kudos to the almos new kid on the block. I am definitely a fan! DC APPROVED.
Happy Reading,
THE OFFICIAL DCBOOKREVIEWER
Do,this is actually my second read from K Sherrie and I MUST SAY She Brought the HEAT. It took me a minute to finish this book because I had so much going on and I wanted to give it my undivided attention. But, I must say I was not disappointed in the least bit. And even though Keeli is unbelievable at a first glance, this author makes you believe in her. Kudos to the almos new kid on the block. I am definitely a fan! DC APPROVED.
Happy Reading,
THE OFFICIAL DCBOOKREVIEWER
June 20, 2015
Keeli was a bad girl in a good way living in the projects with her son and 3 of her besties Keeli wanted a better life for her son her man doing a life sentence she did the only thing to come out on top and that was to be the Queen in the streets she meets a man name Juan a real good smooth talker but he made me mad bcuz he flipped the scripted real quick on Keeli & 1 thing lead to another can't wait to read part 2 this is a real page turner
March 30, 2015
This was a really good book. There were some parts that seemed to drag on, but overall I enjoyed it.
February 7, 2021
Queen status👑
Man listen!!! Keelie did not come to play! She got sick of her living conditions and not being able to provide for her son and she did something about it!
When Kia flaked in the beginning I was disappointed that she gave her a chance but I understand she was still learning.
The only thing I didn’t agree with on Keelie’s part was how she did Kia. Kia got no explanation in or nothing. But when it came to Simm and all the flaw things he did to her crib he got away with it. The guy with the fake work that degraded her got away with it and Juan put his hands on her and was given a second chance. It shows how most females cut their friends off in a heartbeat but the energy is not the same when it comes to the men in their lives. That is reality!
This was a great story. I’ve never read a story written in both past and present tenses. It was executed so perfectly. That for sure is talent! Highy recommend reading!
Man listen!!! Keelie did not come to play! She got sick of her living conditions and not being able to provide for her son and she did something about it!
When Kia flaked in the beginning I was disappointed that she gave her a chance but I understand she was still learning.
The only thing I didn’t agree with on Keelie’s part was how she did Kia. Kia got no explanation in or nothing. But when it came to Simm and all the flaw things he did to her crib he got away with it. The guy with the fake work that degraded her got away with it and Juan put his hands on her and was given a second chance. It shows how most females cut their friends off in a heartbeat but the energy is not the same when it comes to the men in their lives. That is reality!
This was a great story. I’ve never read a story written in both past and present tenses. It was executed so perfectly. That for sure is talent! Highy recommend reading!
November 27, 2017
This was a good read. I hated the constant switching from 1st to 3rd person though. I felt like it should've been written in either one form or the other, or that the transitions should have been smoother if you were going to switch. The editing was also terrible, but the plot was great and felt totally realistic
March 23, 2020
Man this book herei can't wait to read the nxt part
Keeli went fron nothing to becoming a boss chick. She proved tht she's a force to be reckon with. I'm getting reading to read part 2 to c kind of drama she's gonna start beginning with Simm's sorry but and then tht stunt Juan pulled was really uncalled for so i'm quite sure his krama
awaits him
Keeli went fron nothing to becoming a boss chick. She proved tht she's a force to be reckon with. I'm getting reading to read part 2 to c kind of drama she's gonna start beginning with Simm's sorry but and then tht stunt Juan pulled was really uncalled for so i'm quite sure his krama
awaits him
March 12, 2019
The editing
Omg the editing has me blown. The wrong tenses incomplete plots the unrealistic settings. I just could suffer after 24% I need my life back!
Omg the editing has me blown. The wrong tenses incomplete plots the unrealistic settings. I just could suffer after 24% I need my life back!
January 11, 2018
LOOOVVEEEEE!!!
I loved the series. To prep for QDC Revelations.. I started from the beginning read each QDC like it was my first time. I laughed and cried "literally".. I cheered her on during her highs and was sadden during her lows. I love the story so much it only took 3 days to read all 4 books. And that's with having a family and full time and part time job lol. I talk to my husband about Keeli and the crew like they are my real people's. I relate to Keeli so much also being raised in DC by my single mother who I felt like didn't love her 5 kids.. Living on food stamps and food in "black and white boxes" K Sherrie you did your thang girl. I wish you much success in the future. I'll be watching!
I loved the series. To prep for QDC Revelations.. I started from the beginning read each QDC like it was my first time. I laughed and cried "literally".. I cheered her on during her highs and was sadden during her lows. I love the story so much it only took 3 days to read all 4 books. And that's with having a family and full time and part time job lol. I talk to my husband about Keeli and the crew like they are my real people's. I relate to Keeli so much also being raised in DC by my single mother who I felt like didn't love her 5 kids.. Living on food stamps and food in "black and white boxes" K Sherrie you did your thang girl. I wish you much success in the future. I'll be watching!
October 30, 2014
Queen of D.C. was a page turner that once I got into, I couldn't put down! I liked the writing format that was used in this book. The way Keeli's thoughts & background information were displayed gave great detail and helped with the flow. Keeli proved she could handle & take charge of situations & crisis that she encountered despite the weaknesses of her partners. Her knack for recognizing shiesty individuals helped make the book all the more interesting! Looking forward to reading the next part of this saga
September 24, 2015
Queen of DC was an awesome read & I would highly recommend it to others. Keeli was not to be played with! I loved the fact that she had a notion and ran with it not letting anything or anyone get in her way. Kia was a hot mess & Keeli knew it but for some reason Ciaria and Monae couldn't see it. I had high hopes for her & Juan. Simm was such a punk with it. I guess it's true what they say....love will make you do some crazy things. Off to read book 2!
December 22, 2014
Keeping is a beast, she took to the game like she was made for it. She had a good head on her shoulders but her temper was beast mode.! I'm was a punk but so was Juan when it came down to it. I was feelin him at first but was glad Keeli did it moving'. I have to get to part 2 to see how it goes down cause her girl's aren't a strong as he and will Juan find out she carrying his kid? On to part 2
July 27, 2014
Wow !
Wow !
Look out men,women are taking over the game !This book kept me wondering what would happen next !Filled with suspense and action packed, loved it! Waiting on part 2 :)
Wow !
Look out men,women are taking over the game !This book kept me wondering what would happen next !Filled with suspense and action packed, loved it! Waiting on part 2 :)
January 4, 2015
Awesome
This book was Awesome I can't wait to get into reading book Two and see what jumps off in this book. Maybe it will be a book Three and Keeli will still be doing her thing even at the end of the book.
This book was Awesome I can't wait to get into reading book Two and see what jumps off in this book. Maybe it will be a book Three and Keeli will still be doing her thing even at the end of the book.
August 14, 2014
This could have been a great book, however the storyline was all over the place. In addition, the book was full of errors.
June 17, 2015
I just couldn't put this book down. I didn't even realize that I was at the end. I cannot wait to read part 3.
November 30, 2015
Ok read
It took me a minute to get into the book. It turn out to be an enjoyable read. Ready to read part 2.
It took me a minute to get into the book. It turn out to be an enjoyable read. Ready to read part 2.
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