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Heart of the Hustle
In the gritty streets of Chicago where loyalty is everything, Brandon "Bigs" Lowe finds himself torn between the life he's built and the love he can't let go. As the eldest of four brothers, Bigs has always been the protector, but when his baby mama, **Asia**, goes down for a drug charge, their world shatters. She takes the fall to shield him, but the price is two years apart from their son and from each other.
Now, Asia is back on the streets, and she's not the same woman Bigs remembers. The bitterness of betrayal festers as she learns about Bigs' reckless escapades while she was locked up. With a heart hardened by the past, Asia vows to show him that two can play this game. She's ready to find a new man, but in a world where Bigs' reputation looms large, the streets are hesitant to step to his girl.
As Bigs fights to reclaim the love he once had, he wrestles with the pressures of gang life, fatherhood, and the haunting memories of what they shared. Can he convince Asia to forgive him and rebuild their family, or has the damage been done beyond repair? In this urban love story, loyalty will be tested, hearts will clash, and the stakes are higher than ever.
Now, Asia is back on the streets, and she's not the same woman Bigs remembers. The bitterness of betrayal festers as she learns about Bigs' reckless escapades while she was locked up. With a heart hardened by the past, Asia vows to show him that two can play this game. She's ready to find a new man, but in a world where Bigs' reputation looms large, the streets are hesitant to step to his girl.
As Bigs fights to reclaim the love he once had, he wrestles with the pressures of gang life, fatherhood, and the haunting memories of what they shared. Can he convince Asia to forgive him and rebuild their family, or has the damage been done beyond repair? In this urban love story, loyalty will be tested, hearts will clash, and the stakes are higher than ever.
128 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 26, 2025
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January 4, 2026
oh wow
When i tell you i loved every character in this book except one and if you know you know I can’t wait for part 2 i need that nowwwww ate this book up in 2 days could’ve been 1 but sleep must happen loved it
When i tell you i loved every character in this book except one and if you know you know I can’t wait for part 2 i need that nowwwww ate this book up in 2 days could’ve been 1 but sleep must happen loved it
January 16, 2026
It's a family affair.
I like the body of work in this book. The author did an excellent job of telling Asia and Brandon's back story, then bringing the present tense back to the forefront. I hate that Asia had to lose two years of her life because of what Brandon's father forced her to do. Brandon wasn't angry enough when she revealed that key detail to him. Brandon is a solid dude, a strong MMC, and he loves his family.
Mico literally is off his rocker. He doesn't want to leave anything behind. What Densell say I'm taking something with me? Well, that was Leon.
Yuri, oh, how love me some Yuri. He's not only intelligent, but he will get out there and take you through there. He is definitely my fav! I already know he will be a silent assassin. When Brandon called him with a problem, he was all over it and had his brother ready to step behind Brandon. He told Brandon to bring them to him! Yup, uhhhhmmmm!
Kylie is going to be the problem, brother, and if his older brothers don't give him some straightening, then it's going to get out of hand. I knew he was going to be a problem because after the pew pewing with his family, he got a text and wanted to dip expeditiously so he could link with Paris. Paris is going to be his downfall. Especially after knowing why Pierre was after him. Smh. I can wait to see his character development over the books as they drop.
This was a quick read. It had an unhinged MMC who was soft for Asia, his son, and his family. It had a lot of pew pewings, and Brandon definitely showed you why he was to be played with.
The FMC hand are definitely undefeated! I like her attitude about Kimmie. It's on site every time she sees her. I think that Asia needs to practice discretion with her bestie, Paris, because she is not good. Everyone isn't for you, and unfortunately, she has to learn that on her own. Hopefully, when Brandon disclose to Asia, what Paris told Pierre she will cut ties with her.
This series is up and stuck, and I can see the author doing her big one as the series continues.
I like the body of work in this book. The author did an excellent job of telling Asia and Brandon's back story, then bringing the present tense back to the forefront. I hate that Asia had to lose two years of her life because of what Brandon's father forced her to do. Brandon wasn't angry enough when she revealed that key detail to him. Brandon is a solid dude, a strong MMC, and he loves his family.
Mico literally is off his rocker. He doesn't want to leave anything behind. What Densell say I'm taking something with me? Well, that was Leon.
Yuri, oh, how love me some Yuri. He's not only intelligent, but he will get out there and take you through there. He is definitely my fav! I already know he will be a silent assassin. When Brandon called him with a problem, he was all over it and had his brother ready to step behind Brandon. He told Brandon to bring them to him! Yup, uhhhhmmmm!
Kylie is going to be the problem, brother, and if his older brothers don't give him some straightening, then it's going to get out of hand. I knew he was going to be a problem because after the pew pewing with his family, he got a text and wanted to dip expeditiously so he could link with Paris. Paris is going to be his downfall. Especially after knowing why Pierre was after him. Smh. I can wait to see his character development over the books as they drop.
This was a quick read. It had an unhinged MMC who was soft for Asia, his son, and his family. It had a lot of pew pewings, and Brandon definitely showed you why he was to be played with.
The FMC hand are definitely undefeated! I like her attitude about Kimmie. It's on site every time she sees her. I think that Asia needs to practice discretion with her bestie, Paris, because she is not good. Everyone isn't for you, and unfortunately, she has to learn that on her own. Hopefully, when Brandon disclose to Asia, what Paris told Pierre she will cut ties with her.
This series is up and stuck, and I can see the author doing her big one as the series continues.
January 4, 2026
Toxic, Cliffhanger, Multiple POVs
Listen I love me a bullheaded FMC, Asia touched down and didn’t waste no time. She was on Kimmie like flies on a pile of dookie. I wish she would have listened to Brandon about her friend Paris. Paris is the worst kind of friend, I hate Kyrie was even messing with her like that too especially knowing how his brother felt about her. This is a new to me author and this was definitely a good toxic time. It does end with a cliffhanger very excited to see how book 2 plays out.
Listen I love me a bullheaded FMC, Asia touched down and didn’t waste no time. She was on Kimmie like flies on a pile of dookie. I wish she would have listened to Brandon about her friend Paris. Paris is the worst kind of friend, I hate Kyrie was even messing with her like that too especially knowing how his brother felt about her. This is a new to me author and this was definitely a good toxic time. It does end with a cliffhanger very excited to see how book 2 plays out.
December 28, 2025
its good!
Ofcourse I saw videos of this on TikTok and decided I wanted to read and I was not disappointed. This book was good, the story line was great , the character development was just as good! As I was reading I read some similarities to other books but I really did enjoy this book. I love the Lowe brothers and ms Asia they all some certified crash outs. I can’t wait for book 2 to see how this plays out.
Ofcourse I saw videos of this on TikTok and decided I wanted to read and I was not disappointed. This book was good, the story line was great , the character development was just as good! As I was reading I read some similarities to other books but I really did enjoy this book. I love the Lowe brothers and ms Asia they all some certified crash outs. I can’t wait for book 2 to see how this plays out.
December 28, 2025
I am so Shocked😮
What?!What?! It Ended off in a Cliffhanger. I loved this book down it was so funny and Brandon didn’t play when it came to Asia😝. I can’t wait until part 2 to come out hopefully soon. (Spoiler alert) I just keep laughing at Asia because she keep beating Kimmie A** every time she see her😭😭.
What?!What?! It Ended off in a Cliffhanger. I loved this book down it was so funny and Brandon didn’t play when it came to Asia😝. I can’t wait until part 2 to come out hopefully soon. (Spoiler alert) I just keep laughing at Asia because she keep beating Kimmie A** every time she see her😭😭.
January 2, 2026
Quick read
I loved the storyline I would really like more background on the characters. How did Asia get into a situation that landed her in prison? Why did Biggs father think she was a distraction? So many questions but not enough history into the characters. Overall it was a good read and I will continue the series just to see how the authors pen develops.
I loved the storyline I would really like more background on the characters. How did Asia get into a situation that landed her in prison? Why did Biggs father think she was a distraction? So many questions but not enough history into the characters. Overall it was a good read and I will continue the series just to see how the authors pen develops.
January 6, 2026
I'm excited for the second book. When I tell you Miss Asia was my favorite, she told Kimmie it's on site and she meant that with every fiber of her being. She was on that girls neck literally. Brandon is a silent crash out cause how you kill two people in the club and it's police out side. But his brothers was with it every time especially Mico😂
December 26, 2025
Oh baby I love the brothers!!!!!! My girl Asia ain’t to be fucked with either!!! Now looking at the images of the brothers and their texts lol Kyrie was my favorite but why he gotta be a hoe!!! How you get a hoe pregnant, baby??? I need part 2 immediately
December 28, 2025
So Good!!!!
This book is excellent. I love the characters. Very well written. Some of the characters are funny. Brandon‘s hate for Paris had me cracking up. Can’t wait for the next book.
This book is excellent. I love the characters. Very well written. Some of the characters are funny. Brandon‘s hate for Paris had me cracking up. Can’t wait for the next book.
January 4, 2026
Ohhh shoot…..not Paris pregnant for Kyrie, this done created a whole conundrum! This book was sooo good I need book two, Paris need her behind whooped….kimmie does too but I wonder how they gone handle this little Paris situation 10/10 Miss Paradise
January 17, 2026
girl!!!!!
This was goooooooooood!!! I love me some Asia and Brandon!!! I need to know what’s happening next?? What Kyrie gone do? Asia need to beat both Kimmie and Paris everytime she see them
This was goooooooooood!!! I love me some Asia and Brandon!!! I need to know what’s happening next?? What Kyrie gone do? Asia need to beat both Kimmie and Paris everytime she see them
December 26, 2025
can’t wait for the second book !!!!!!!!
this was sooo goood i love Brandon and Asia , i can’t wait to read about the other brothers lives
this was sooo goood i love Brandon and Asia , i can’t wait to read about the other brothers lives
December 27, 2025
Debut Novel!
Don’t let the cover fool you it’s drama and spice in this book. If you haven’t yet go ahead and download this or add it to your TBR. Can’t wait for part 2
Don’t let the cover fool you it’s drama and spice in this book. If you haven’t yet go ahead and download this or add it to your TBR. Can’t wait for part 2
December 28, 2025
10/20!!!!
I can’t wait for part 2. I saw the author making TikTok’s and decided to give it a chance, it was definitely worth it. I finished it in one day!
I can’t wait for part 2. I saw the author making TikTok’s and decided to give it a chance, it was definitely worth it. I finished it in one day!
December 30, 2025
It was really good! Did it remind me a lot of the Delgato series so that’s probably why I liked it even more? Yes. But I love that we have a really strong no bs fmc
December 30, 2025
3.5 ⭐️
the ending… I’ve played these games before 😭
the ending… I’ve played these games before 😭
December 31, 2025
So good!
I found this book on the clock app and was so excited for the release. This was awesome!!! I would love so much more from this couple!
I found this book on the clock app and was so excited for the release. This was awesome!!! I would love so much more from this couple!
January 1, 2026
Listen!!!!’ Where is the second one!!?????!
January 3, 2026
BRANDON
I’ll take Brandon aka BIGS for 300. It’s a short but it gave you gangster, shoot out, spice and all the things nice.
I’ll take Brandon aka BIGS for 300. It’s a short but it gave you gangster, shoot out, spice and all the things nice.
January 5, 2026
perefect read to start the year sorry would of been mad at me idc paris would been dead... now brandon might be one the craziest male leads because snapping a person neck bc yo woman trying u?
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