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Think It's A Game

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After serving 5 years in prison, Kamden “Killa” King has returned home. Although his best friend Zeke did everything to make his transition into the free world a smooth one, Killa’s family unit as he’s known it has changed in the most unconventional way.

Aside from wanting to discover who set up his arrest, he’s found himself in the middle of a bigger issue that may garner a new his father Boston King.

When bonds are formed, family ties are broken. Secrets are uncovered and both alpha males know the war won’t end well. Kamden is fully prepared to show his father who’s King, especially if he thinks it’s a game.

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Published July 19, 2024

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Profile Image for Rashawnda.
1,391 reviews1,138 followers
February 28, 2024
I’m starting to believe that Nek Mills is incapable of writing a MMC that isn’t unhinged because baby Kamden “Killa” King was ruthless and unhinged in the best way possible!

Nek gave us a different take on a marriage of convenience and I’m not the least bit disappointed. Ryleigh is a smart, kindhearted 22yo fresh out of college and ready to take on the world when she comes home one day to find herself agreeing to a marriage with someone old enough to be her father all in exchange of saving her actual fathers life after his life is threatened due to an unpaid gambling debt.

Now Ry is in a loveless marriage with Boston and doing her part to stay out of her husband’s way. The only bright light in this dark union are her husband’s kids who just so happen to be in her age range! Brooklynn is 23 and Kamden is 25 and neither one of them fk with their father on a genuine level. In fact Kamden has just been released from a 5 year prison bid and his disdain for his father can be felt by all.

In the midst of all of this hatred are lies, deceit and plotting. Whew this was good and had me locked in from the very first page. Kamden, Brook and their sister-mama form an unexpected bond and I enjoyed every minute of it. The more they get to know each other, the more the King children want to do all they can to help free their Stepmama from the sham of a marriage she’s found herself in.

There are so many moving parts in this story that I can’t even begin to cover them all in this review. That cliffhanger had me stuck and I’m glad I waited until the release of book two to dive in because Nek had me fkd up with that ending. I pray that Boston is unalived in the best way possible in book two because that man’s audacity was at an all time high and he has some slow singing and flower bringing in his future!

4.5💫’s
Profile Image for Jahda.
1,068 reviews316 followers
February 28, 2024
Okay why would they end it like that ? I need to see what Boston will do next. Also how will Ry and King relationship grow from here …
Profile Image for Keiaira Oliver.
131 reviews26 followers
January 20, 2024
Uh huh nope I need part 2 expeditiously 😭😭😭😟😟
Cause ain’t no wayyy!

Nek Mills is so good lol 😂 🙌🏾🤎
Profile Image for *Ebony I*.
1,415 reviews157 followers
October 27, 2024
Sacrificing for love

In my Jahda Jo voice this was MID.

This story is a forced very wide age gap marriage. Ryleigh is fresh out of college and she is now in an unwanted situation that she accepts for the safety of her family. Boston is a kingpin that always gets what he wants. He uses a tough situation to make Ryleigh his, despite the fact that he was old enough to be her father. 

The majority of this book was spent with Ryleigh building relationships with Boston's kids. He claimed he wanted to be with her but put in the bare minimum effort to make her feel comfortable. In fact all he did was threaten her and I guess he felt coercion was enough to make someone love him😒 Also, for him to be such a boss how did he not know about all the things around him? I wasn't convinced.

Kamden, Boston's son, was hella mannish like his father and that was shown many times. However, when it came to those he cared about he knew how to show love and he didn't play about them at all. I did like the plot twist that Boss didn't see coming. I will read the second book only to see the outcome of his storyline.

Overall, the writing is average. I do think the storyline was interesting but was drawn out too long. 
Profile Image for Nay .
444 reviews
January 20, 2024
Baby..King was playing chess while his bxtch ass daddy was playing checkers. I can’t wait for part 2.

Nek Mills is starting to become a another fav author of mine
Profile Image for DOMINIQUE Davis.
499 reviews30 followers
January 28, 2024
uniquely great

This was a great read. The book starts off with Ryleigh Cooper on her wedding day. A day that every girl dreams about has quickly like become a nightmare for her as she is about to wed the person who holds her father’s life in the balance, Boston King. Boston King is a ruthless business man who has turned cold since the death of his wife. His relationship with his children’s Brooklynn and, just released from prison, Kamden is basically non existent. The distance in their relationship provides the perfect reason for Brooklynn and Ryleigh to bond. Though Ryleigh and Kamden bump heads the attraction is evident and it shouldn’t be but the heart wants what it wants. Kamden is a little unhinged and I absolutely loved that for Ryleigh.
✨✨Can’t wait to see what happens next. This book does end with a cliffhanger. ✨✨
Profile Image for Tina.
960 reviews157 followers
February 8, 2024
4 😜😥🤗😍

Trope: Criminal activity, family betrayal, arranged marriage, revenge

Enjoyment:4 ⭐

Character development: 3⭐

Emotional: 3⭐

Sweet: 3 ⭐

Romance: 1 ⭐

Heat\steam: 3 ⭐

Intrigue: 4 ⭐

Action: 2 ⭐

Violence: 4 ⭐

Story\plot: 4 ⭐

World Building: 3 ⭐

Enjoy!!!

Profile Image for Jaye Woods.
316 reviews
August 4, 2024
Nek Mills did her BIG ONE with this one here ! Kamden, Boston, Brooklyn, Zeke, Ryleigh and the gang had me so invested !
Profile Image for Ladi Kreyol.
202 reviews45 followers
January 21, 2024
Nek Mills is a new to me author. This was my first read by her. And I was here for the plot, for the drama, for the action, for the heat…but that ending! Miss mama gonna have to come see me!!!!!!
Profile Image for Demetrius.
427 reviews50 followers
April 13, 2024
Kamden Muthafuckin King was a solid dude who stood on BUSINESS! I can’t wait to see how things unfold in the next book.

Solid 4.5 ⭐️
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1,861 reviews
January 20, 2024
Think It’s A Game was a fast-paced story with nonstop jaw dropping moments. I was hooked from the beginning, so much so, that I read the book twice! I’m a sucker for this type of storylines- the “anything for the family” stories.

When Ryleigh’s father found himself drowning in gambling debt, she decided she would step in to save his life. However, she ended up marrying a true conniving, narcissistic, good for nothing—all the things, man. Boston preyed on the fact that he knew Ryleigh would do anything for her father. Kamden was fresh out of prison, after completing a five-year bid. He literally hit the ground running, in regard to taking care of himself and his business but there’s one problem in the way. The tension between Kamden and his father was astonishing. It seemed to be a one-sided beef and reeked of jealousy from Boston, and it continued to spiral throughout the book. When Kam first encountered Ryleigh, they did not have a good first impression. However, I could sense the chemistry and knew it was a matter of time before things changed for them. It didn’t take long for Kam to go into protective mode and I appreciated his assertiveness. My favorite thing about this book was the relationship between Ry and Brooke; they had a lot in common and their bond was cute. When Ry was referred to as “sister-mama” I almost threw my phone – like, why was that the perfect title.

Overall, the book had good drama, plot twists, secrets, and many laugh out loud moments. Kam was a man on a mission and when he came knocking the hotel door down, I was like oh, he’s in love, love! I am curious to see how things progress for Kam and Ry because I know for a fact, Boston is not going to let them have eternal bliss. However, the joke is on Boston and I cannot wait for his downfall. I am also interested in Brooke and Zeke’s story, it has the makings of something good! Good job on this one!


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Profile Image for Pia Green.
158 reviews3 followers
January 21, 2024
NEKKK!!!!

Now listen here!!! I love you man! 😂 but your girl is sick over here right now. Once again job well done! Oh Killa! I think I’m in love!
Profile Image for jennifer williams.
1,699 reviews17 followers
February 2, 2024
Nek Mills

I most definitely enjoyed this book. It was everything from the beginning to the end. I can’t wait for the next book to come out because baby you did that with this book.
Profile Image for Shahtia Gay-hairston.
3,447 reviews26 followers
February 29, 2024
part 1

Think it’s a game! Kamden and his dad is in a battle I know we end in death. Boston is disgusting. 🤢 Ry dodged a bullet. On to part 2🩷
Profile Image for Terra Jeniece.
122 reviews2 followers
January 20, 2024
It’s a good read but it’s not complete 🙃I need part 2 tonight!
Profile Image for Aaliah Beverly.
41 reviews
May 6, 2024
Yes!! whew!

It was good, but babyyyyy it’s finna get better. Boston needs to be eliminated! I haven’t cared for him not one bit this whole novel! & I just feel like he possibly killed the mother. Since she “all of a sudden” got sick … book 2 here I come!
Profile Image for Ko  MAC .
270 reviews3 followers
January 21, 2024
Pen game crazy

Aye Man, say man you know we don’t like no cliffhangers. Ryleigh Daddy had a gambling habit. In order for her dad to live she had to marry the biggest kingpin. Mind you the daughter only 22. Boston hated his children to the point he even set his son up and the son had to serve 5 years. Boston was an evil and jealous man. His son got out of jail but eventually ends up falling for his Dad’s wife. He ended up helping Ryleigh’s Dad get out of the contract with Boston. I felt like I gave away a good bit of this book, but you should most definitely read it. I couldn’t put it down. This book flowed nicely. The author didn’t skip the timeline. If you giving anything less than a 5 star you crazy and you a hater. I said what I said. Keep dropping these books Nek I’m here for it.
234 reviews1 follower
March 13, 2024
Yoooo

Rayleigh has no sense of self preservation dog lol. You can tell home girl was sheltered. They whole family just sheltered. She better than me because I honestly wouldn't be able to look at my dad the same if he allowed me to marry a man for his debts. Now her dumb but plan on going to his house knowing he mad just because he threatened her father. Hell what's the point of the divorce and getting help of all he has to do is threaten your father to get you to do what he want? Idk maybe she'll have sense in the next book. Anyway King a real for what he did. I wonder what kind of havoc he's going to bring to his dad for setting him up 🤔. I like Zeke but truthfully he and Brooklyn should have stayed side characters. I'm not interesting in there relationship or lack there of at all. Zeke funny though.
Profile Image for Salene Whyte (thee_book_connoisseur_).
419 reviews4 followers
April 26, 2024
Messy Messy Messy I love it

"Think It's a Game" by Nek Mills delivers a gripping narrative of loyalty, betrayal, and family ties in the gritty streets. Following Kamden "Killa" King's return from prison, the dynamics of his family are thrown into chaos, especially with his father, Boston King, at the center of it all. As Kamden navigates the treacherous terrain of his old neighborhood, he uncovers secrets that test the bonds of brotherhood and blood. Mills crafts well-developed characters and a compelling storyline that keeps readers hooked from start to finish. With its authentic portrayal of urban life and complex relationships, "Think It's a Game" earns its place as a standout in the hood novel genre. Fans will eagerly await the sequel as they follow Kamden's journey to reclaim his throne and confront his father in this gripping tale of power and redemption.
Profile Image for Beverly Miller.
147 reviews5 followers
January 22, 2024
Listen!!!

This was a very good read! Boston King, was a butt hole. How in the world he hated his children because his wife was doing what was right by her kids. Boston, should've loved on his kids as well. Ryan Cooper, should've been ashamed of himself for putting his daughter in the situation she was put in. Kamden, was the man. I loved how he went about getting Ryleigh, and her dad out of the situation with his dad. I hope Ryleigh be smart enough not to go to Boston's house because I don't think she will make it out unscathed. Brooke, and Zeke play entirely to much. Zeke, really need to man up, and do right by Brooke. I hope Kam, makes it from his injuries. Annalise, and Tori was just trifling!!!! Prt 2 me pleaseeeee!😂
391 reviews3 followers
January 23, 2024
KING!!!!

First, Boss aint s@#$!. When i say i disliked him, i disliked him. He was the epitome of an asshole. For someone to be so powerful he damn sure wasnt smart about using his resources smh. Kam is going to unalive him in the most painful way, all deserving. How can you dislike your children because their momma loved them!?! make that make sense. Ryleigh is a good child but her dad shouldnt have let her sign up for that suicide mission to marry Boss. Here comes the savior, King!! I love them together. I know he will pull through the shooting and be on a rampage to find who did it, i think Ru or whatever Boss' flunky name is. I want Brooke n Zeke to make it! Ready for more.
Profile Image for Kina M.
712 reviews8 followers
February 15, 2024
ok

I guess this was okay I read it until the end. And I’ll read part 2 just to see what happens seeing as though nothing happened in this first part until the end. I mean he didn’t even really start looking to see who set him up until 60% in, and Ryleigh was on my nerve the whole book. She waited until like 50% to tell somebody why she really married Boston. It was just a whole bunch of talking, and getting mad then not mad. I’m really over it but if the author puts part 2 out in a timely manner then I will read part 2. Otherwise I will forget about this book and never find out what happens and I’m fine with that too.
787 reviews3 followers
February 28, 2024
Ryleigh and Boss

Ryleigh was in her early 20s being married to Boss a man who was old enough to be her father, because her father had gambling debts and she was the prize instead of his life being lost. Boss has two kids who he doesn’t really care for Kamden and Brooklyn. Kamden comes home for being in jail 5 years and meets Ryleigh. Their initial meeting is all bad until he shows up at his welcome home dinner and realizes she is his stepmother! Boss is treacherous and mean! Kamden realizes you have to beat him at his own game. Zeke his best friend avg his sister Brooklyn are in a situation-ship that Brooklyn has outgrown. A great read!
Profile Image for Cris Criss.
465 reviews4 followers
May 20, 2024
I was NOT prepared!!!

This is my first book of Nek Mills and I am pleasantly surprised. While there were a few points where the storyline fell flat, 90% of the book is written PERFECTLY!!! This story had me breezing through this book in one night. One freaking night and I am about to download part 2 now!

Kamden “Killer” King is giving me life the way he’s showed up for Rhyleigh. How they’ve come to fall in love has kept me on the edge. Don’t even get me started on his sorry daddy the “so-called” kingpin, Boston “Boss” King. Eeeww I hope he catches a direct hit straight between the eyes!
Profile Image for Helen Clark.
1,062 reviews4 followers
January 20, 2024
So much craziness

I had a straight up temper tantrum reading this story. I couldn't believe the craziness of Boss! This man was certifiable crazy.

Oooh, Analise was just as crazy as he is. Who stays willingly for years with a lunatic being basically a sex slave.

I loved the bond formed between Brooke and Ry.

My heart hurts because Zeke about to lose the love he desperately needs.

When King and Ry, took it there, it made my day. Praying for forever for them.

Boss needs to GO!!
Profile Image for Arnell  Peterson .
1,029 reviews35 followers
January 21, 2024
I am convinced Nek Mills can not and i mean can not write a bad story. The male characters be giving me life and so much excitement because they have the best comebacks. Ok so in this story we have Kamden ‘Killa’ King and he was about business. He wasn’t as toxic and I know her characters can be and it was still a good read. And then we have Ryleigh who is in an arranged marriage with Boston King who is a menace to society. She so wants out but doesn’t know how to until Killa. I love this💕
Profile Image for She Watkins.
94 reviews9 followers
January 22, 2024
Another banger!!

Man this author is dropping banger after banger!!!! I really need to know what happened with King!!! Loved his character, he didn't play no games! Especially when it comes to his Ry! I felt so bad for Ry because Boston was trash!!!! Her dad should've been ashamed of himself. Now I really loved Brooklyn and I hope she stands on business when it comes to Zeke until he comes correct!! I can not wait until the next part!!
133 reviews2 followers
January 22, 2024
Phenomenal read

This is the first book I've read from you Nek Mills and just let me say you are now one of my top ten authors. Babee I love King he don't play. That snake of a daddy Boss whew chile I just can't with him he's evil and conniving I truly believe he did something to unalive Kings mother.I'm so glad they got him to sign them papers he just treated Ry like a nothing I'm glad she turned to King. I think the ending is just the beginning whew I can't wait for part 2.
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