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From Men To Monsters 3: Dig Your Own Grave (The Cartel Publications Presents)
Banks Wales, the once, untouchable patriarch, now rots in the underground fortress he built to cage his family. Power has shifted, and his son Walid Wales rules the empire now.
But leadership proves more curse than crown. Heavy is the head that wears the name. King Walid must keep the family intact while wrestling with the question that haunts him keep his father locked away, or set him free and risk unleashing the monster who nearly destroyed them all?
Inside Sunset Haven, tension boils. Baltimore’s resentment erupts into hostility toward his cousin Roman, while Aliyah pushes Walid to make changes he’s not ready to face. Meanwhile, Mason Louisville senses history repeating itself as his grandson Patrick clashes with Banks’ grandson Riot, a collision that could ignite a war no one can contain.
From Men to Monsters 3 is a relentless tale of power, betrayal, and the cost of legacy. With Banks imprisoned below and rebellion rising above, Walid must decide not only what kind of leader he is, but whether he can survive becoming his father’s son.
But leadership proves more curse than crown. Heavy is the head that wears the name. King Walid must keep the family intact while wrestling with the question that haunts him keep his father locked away, or set him free and risk unleashing the monster who nearly destroyed them all?
Inside Sunset Haven, tension boils. Baltimore’s resentment erupts into hostility toward his cousin Roman, while Aliyah pushes Walid to make changes he’s not ready to face. Meanwhile, Mason Louisville senses history repeating itself as his grandson Patrick clashes with Banks’ grandson Riot, a collision that could ignite a war no one can contain.
From Men to Monsters 3 is a relentless tale of power, betrayal, and the cost of legacy. With Banks imprisoned below and rebellion rising above, Walid must decide not only what kind of leader he is, but whether he can survive becoming his father’s son.
242 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 28, 2025
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About the author
T. Styles
101 books609 followersStyles is the award Winning CEO of The Cartel Publications - an international, independent publishing house. She also owns Cartel Urban Cinema, an independent film production company. To date T. Styles has written 76 original novels under various pen names. Her novels have been published under her own house as well as Kensington and St. Martins.
Her screenplay “Concrete Beach”, reached the semifinals round for the Academy Nicholl Fellowship, a screenwriting competition, hosted by The Academy Of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (Oscars). In addition, her other screenplay “Blurred”, reached the top 15%, validating what her fans already know...that T. Styles knows the art of storytelling.
Styles’ publishing house, The Cartel Publications, is the face of today's urban fiction and street fiction industries. In both the digital and print world, the Cartel represents the best her generation has to offer in African American literature. She has aptly been dubbed "Urban Fiction Empress" and "Literary Master".
Styles is multifaceted and facilitates her popular seminar "How To Write A Novel In 30 Days", using her non-fiction novel of the same title. Styles consults authors and publishing houses on what it takes to achieve success and longevity in the book industry, using the Cartel as a guide.
She has been featured in The Washington Post, The Baltimore Sun, Essence Magazine, Don Diva Magazine, Oprah Winfrey's Network and Urban Book Source. She has been awarded Author Of The Year by AAMBC and was voted Most Underrated Author by The Urban Book Source.
Her screenplay “Concrete Beach”, reached the semifinals round for the Academy Nicholl Fellowship, a screenwriting competition, hosted by The Academy Of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (Oscars). In addition, her other screenplay “Blurred”, reached the top 15%, validating what her fans already know...that T. Styles knows the art of storytelling.
Styles’ publishing house, The Cartel Publications, is the face of today's urban fiction and street fiction industries. In both the digital and print world, the Cartel represents the best her generation has to offer in African American literature. She has aptly been dubbed "Urban Fiction Empress" and "Literary Master".
Styles is multifaceted and facilitates her popular seminar "How To Write A Novel In 30 Days", using her non-fiction novel of the same title. Styles consults authors and publishing houses on what it takes to achieve success and longevity in the book industry, using the Cartel as a guide.
She has been featured in The Washington Post, The Baltimore Sun, Essence Magazine, Don Diva Magazine, Oprah Winfrey's Network and Urban Book Source. She has been awarded Author Of The Year by AAMBC and was voted Most Underrated Author by The Urban Book Source.
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September 4, 2025
Banks just won't change!!!!!
Walid has grown into part Ace, Mason, and Banks. He knew not to let him out, but I couldn't figure out how Walid figured out what Banks was doing outside. I was hoping sonechocked Blakeslee out, but she's smart. Poor Patrick just lost,but he ain't done yet either. Waiting on book 20. Love this series!!!!
Walid has grown into part Ace, Mason, and Banks. He knew not to let him out, but I couldn't figure out how Walid figured out what Banks was doing outside. I was hoping sonechocked Blakeslee out, but she's smart. Poor Patrick just lost,but he ain't done yet either. Waiting on book 20. Love this series!!!!
September 5, 2025
Man oh man!!
I am ready for the next one! From start to finish I was in the zone. Wales and Louisvilles never miss a beat with the drama! Must read!
I am ready for the next one! From start to finish I was in the zone. Wales and Louisvilles never miss a beat with the drama! Must read!
January 17, 2026
Idk why I keep doing this to myself. This family is crazy. The incest is outrageous and the backstabbing, double crossing is also wild. I tell myself, I need to stop this series because it’s only going to get more and more crazy. Yet, everytime T. Styles releases a War book, I read it. Smh.
*Spoilers* I need to remember what happened in this book for the next one:
Banks was locked up in the family bunker
Walid was the leader of the family
Walid had the family vote on whether to release Banks from the bunker, Sugar was the tie breaker. Banks got out and tried to kill people.
Blakeslee always scheming and plotting. So she can’t have Mason. She was messing with Patrick but ultimately decided to settle down with Bolt. Apparently, she is also pregnant by Bolt and they will get married so now she is Blakeslee Louisville.
Blakeslee had planned for Riot to be killed by Patrick but once Patrick realized that Blakeslee and Bolt were together, he tried to kill Bolt but Riot took the bullet and is now in a Coman in the hospital.
Minnesota an Sugar have moved to another city to be with her boyfriend, named Graves, who hates Banks.
*Spoilers* I need to remember what happened in this book for the next one:
Banks was locked up in the family bunker
Walid was the leader of the family
Walid had the family vote on whether to release Banks from the bunker, Sugar was the tie breaker. Banks got out and tried to kill people.
Blakeslee always scheming and plotting. So she can’t have Mason. She was messing with Patrick but ultimately decided to settle down with Bolt. Apparently, she is also pregnant by Bolt and they will get married so now she is Blakeslee Louisville.
Blakeslee had planned for Riot to be killed by Patrick but once Patrick realized that Blakeslee and Bolt were together, he tried to kill Bolt but Riot took the bullet and is now in a Coman in the hospital.
Minnesota an Sugar have moved to another city to be with her boyfriend, named Graves, who hates Banks.
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March 7, 2026
read this in 2.5 hours
This installment to the Wales/Louisville clans saga was everything I’ve been craving from this group. It reminded me of the older war saga that made me fall in love with these characters in the first place. I was in the edge of my seat, I shed tears, I rooted for some and despised others. This book was a roller coaster ride. I don’t want to say much because I don’t want to spoil anything.
Blakslee is a freaking menace! Spacey is the heart and soul of the family.
Minnesota as always isn’t thinking when it comes to her relationships.
Riot and bolt, vs Patrick spells trouble.
Mason has always been my favorite and even more so now (even though his love for banks is dangerous!)
Banks is … well … Banks plotting, scheming, and trying to come out on top but this time he’s facing an “enemy” that he raised.
Walid Wales was born and bred for this he’s banks with mason’s heart.
Just give the book a try, you won’t be able to put it down.
This installment to the Wales/Louisville clans saga was everything I’ve been craving from this group. It reminded me of the older war saga that made me fall in love with these characters in the first place. I was in the edge of my seat, I shed tears, I rooted for some and despised others. This book was a roller coaster ride. I don’t want to say much because I don’t want to spoil anything.
Blakslee is a freaking menace! Spacey is the heart and soul of the family.
Minnesota as always isn’t thinking when it comes to her relationships.
Riot and bolt, vs Patrick spells trouble.
Mason has always been my favorite and even more so now (even though his love for banks is dangerous!)
Banks is … well … Banks plotting, scheming, and trying to come out on top but this time he’s facing an “enemy” that he raised.
Walid Wales was born and bred for this he’s banks with mason’s heart.
Just give the book a try, you won’t be able to put it down.
September 5, 2025
I LOVE ME SOME WALID! He is definitely a King! He did the right thing by having Banks in the bunker! Banks is ruthless and a dictator! Walid leads with a firm fist and LOVE AND COMPASSION!Banks just enjoys the power and control! He thought Walid was power hungry! Seems the son knows the father better than the father knows the son! No sooner than Banks was released he tried to come for Walid! But unbeknownst to him, Walid was ready for him!! LAWD in that moment, I couldn't of been more proud of Walid! Banks has met his match!! Walid is a formidable opponent! I think in the end he will have to kill his father, even though Walid doesn't want it to come to that! I have no words for Blakeslee!! And I think Minnesota made a mistake going to live with her boyfriend!! SO LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEXT INSTALLMENT!!! WALES FAN!!
September 4, 2025
I'M SAD!!
I don't want you to kill Banks or any of the family! Turn the story back around to a great love between Banks and Mason! And Lord please bring Walid and Banks back together as father and son! I don't like where you're taking this family anymore! Why turn them on each other?!
I don't want you to kill Banks or any of the family! Turn the story back around to a great love between Banks and Mason! And Lord please bring Walid and Banks back together as father and son! I don't like where you're taking this family anymore! Why turn them on each other?!
September 7, 2025
i enjoy this whole series!!!
When i say this whole
series has single handily
saved a bond. We love these freaking books soooo bad. I read this book in 3 freaking hours. I couldn’t stop and please don’t make us wait too long
When i say this whole
series has single handily
saved a bond. We love these freaking books soooo bad. I read this book in 3 freaking hours. I couldn’t stop and please don’t make us wait too long
October 10, 2025
Another Head Banga
Yup T. Styles you did it again 👏. Drama Drama Drama is all I can say. Blakslee & Bolt, maybe just maybe 🤔 😏 that shit might work. Minnesota, to me was never the brightest. I'll be waiting on pt.4. You keep writing ✍️ and I'll keep reading 📚.
Yup T. Styles you did it again 👏. Drama Drama Drama is all I can say. Blakslee & Bolt, maybe just maybe 🤔 😏 that shit might work. Minnesota, to me was never the brightest. I'll be waiting on pt.4. You keep writing ✍️ and I'll keep reading 📚.
November 20, 2025
T has done it again!
With all of the expected suspense, shocking twists and turns and tugging of the heart strings…..I enjoyed every bit of it!
With all of the expected suspense, shocking twists and turns and tugging of the heart strings…..I enjoyed every bit of it!
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