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Thug Paradise
Now that Ka'Jaire "Thug" Kenneth is Boss of Thug Inc. Formally the Santerelli Crime Family, he has handed his street operation over to his young protege King Carter.
Standing on the battle lines besides King is his younger brother Nasir and their childhood friend Dutch, the three young rich niggas are making their mark on the streets of Chicago. Just like their predecessors it's either get down or lay down.
Gucci, Chanel, and Dior are madly in love with King, Nasir, and Dutch. Love is supposed to conquers all. That is until secrets are revealed and Family ties are closer to the couples than they think. With more money comes more problems and of course thirsty females enter the equation.
In this chapter of the Thug saga, follow the new breed of goons as they deal with the harsh realities of street life and making names for themselves. They're just young niggas living their lives in Thug Paradise!!
Standing on the battle lines besides King is his younger brother Nasir and their childhood friend Dutch, the three young rich niggas are making their mark on the streets of Chicago. Just like their predecessors it's either get down or lay down.
Gucci, Chanel, and Dior are madly in love with King, Nasir, and Dutch. Love is supposed to conquers all. That is until secrets are revealed and Family ties are closer to the couples than they think. With more money comes more problems and of course thirsty females enter the equation.
In this chapter of the Thug saga, follow the new breed of goons as they deal with the harsh realities of street life and making names for themselves. They're just young niggas living their lives in Thug Paradise!!
- GenresAfrican American
293 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 23, 2015
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January 30, 2015
Yes baby
All I can say about this book is FIYAH I loved this story king was my boo til he started tripping. These chicks go hard for the ones they love yes I can wait to read the next part job well done! 5 star banga
All I can say about this book is FIYAH I loved this story king was my boo til he started tripping. These chicks go hard for the ones they love yes I can wait to read the next part job well done! 5 star banga
November 27, 2019
Hot 🥵
Another hot one ☝️. But shit everyone is related to each other in some kind of way. Jerry Springer ain’t got shit on this Crazy 😜 as story. I’m ready to hear about Boss Lady . That’s my girl 😎🤪🤩
Another hot one ☝️. But shit everyone is related to each other in some kind of way. Jerry Springer ain’t got shit on this Crazy 😜 as story. I’m ready to hear about Boss Lady . That’s my girl 😎🤪🤩
June 11, 2017
Just Ok
Its day's a lot when the epilogue is better than the actual story.This was shaping up to be an excellent spin off to a good series ,but along the way it jumps off the rail with too much going on and the very bad editing.I also can not get with the physical abuse ,no matter what kind of life you've had.I was looking for the women to call a halt to the fighting or the men to say this was way too much.That didn't happen so that was a big turn off.I was also looking for the writer to have matured Thug and Ta'baby,after all they are supposed to be the leaders.This was a good story but there are just entirely too many typos for it to be a really good story.I hope in the next installment that the editing is so much better.
Its day's a lot when the epilogue is better than the actual story.This was shaping up to be an excellent spin off to a good series ,but along the way it jumps off the rail with too much going on and the very bad editing.I also can not get with the physical abuse ,no matter what kind of life you've had.I was looking for the women to call a halt to the fighting or the men to say this was way too much.That didn't happen so that was a big turn off.I was also looking for the writer to have matured Thug and Ta'baby,after all they are supposed to be the leaders.This was a good story but there are just entirely too many typos for it to be a really good story.I hope in the next installment that the editing is so much better.
November 24, 2015
I'm Hooked!!!
I can't get enough of the characters of Thug Inc. Each book is crazier than the next. If you haven't read the Thug Passion series please start there first. You will not be disappointed!!
I can't get enough of the characters of Thug Inc. Each book is crazier than the next. If you haven't read the Thug Passion series please start there first. You will not be disappointed!!
December 21, 2024
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
A Thrilling Evolution of Power and Legacy in the Thug Saga
Mz. Lady P takes readers on a wild ride with Thug Paradise, delivering the next generation of street kings and queens in a story packed with love, loyalty, and hard-earned power. This book perfectly bridges the gap between the old guard and the new breed, offering a fresh perspective while staying true to the gritty essence of the Thug series.
Ka’Jaire “Thug” Kenneth may have stepped back as boss, but his legacy looms large as his protégé King Carter steps up to take over the streets of Chicago. Backed by Nasir and Dutch, King and his crew are carving out their empire, proving that they’re not just following in Thug’s footsteps—they’re blazing their own trail. The dynamic between these young men is electric, and watching them navigate the challenges of power, betrayal, and love is absolutely captivating.
The introduction of Gucci, Chanel, and Dior adds another layer of drama and complexity. Their relationships with King, Nasir, and Dutch highlight the harsh realities of loving men in the game. Secrets come to light, and family ties are tested, proving that love may conquer all, but not without sacrifices and heartache along the way.
Mz. Lady P expertly captures the highs and lows of street life, weaving in themes of ambition, loyalty, and the cost of success. The new generation’s journey is both inspiring and heartbreaking as they grapple with the harsh realities of their world while striving to make a name for themselves.
With unforgettable characters, gripping twists, and the perfect mix of action and romance, Thug Paradise solidifies Mz. Lady P’s status as a master of urban fiction. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Thug saga or new to the series, this book will leave you hooked and eager for more. Highly recommended!
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
If you’re wondering whether or not you should read… THE ANSWER IS YES‼️‼️
Series
Living for Love and Dying for Loyalty
1. Living for Love and Dying for Loyalty (2014)
2. Living for Love and Dying for Loyalty 2 (2014)
3. Living for Love and Dying for Loyalty 3 (2015)
Thug Passion
1. Thug Passion (2014)
2. Thug Passion 2 (2014)
3. Thug Passion 3 (2014)
4. Thug Passion 4 (2014)
5. Thug Paradise (2015)
6. Thug Paradise 2 (2015)
Forever Thuggin' (2015)
Thug Mansion (2016)
7. Thug Paradise 3 (2020)
Fallin' For a Thug (with Lucinda John)
1. Fallin' For a Thug (2015)
2. Fallin' for a Thug 2 (2015)
3. Fallin' For a Thug 3 (2016)
Hood Love
1. Remy and Rose (2015)
2. Remy and Rose' 2 (2015)
3. Remy and Rose 3 (2020)
Royal Love Affair
1. King and I (2015)
2. King and I 2 (2017)
3. King and I 3 (2017)
Love Was the Case That They Gave Me
1. Love Was the Case That They Gave Me (2015)
2. Love Was the Case That They Gave Me 2(2015)
Ballad of a Boss' Wife
1. Ballad of a Boss' Wife (2016)
2. Ballad of a Boss' Wife 2 (2016)
St. Pierre Boyz (with Mesha Mesh)
1. St. Pierre Boyz (2016)
2. St. Pierre Boyz 2 (2016)
3. St. Pierre Boyz 3 (2017)
4. For The Love of a St.Pierre Boy (2020)
Black Mafia Love Affair
1. Married to the Mob (2017)
2. Married to the Mob 2 (2016)
3. Married to the Mob 3 (2017)
4. Married to the Mob 4 (2017)
Thug Legacy
1. Thug Legacy (2016)
2. A Young Thug Love Affair (2017)
3. Boss Ladies and The Thugs Who Love Them(2017)
4. Daughter of a Thug, Wife of a Gangsta (2020)
Hood Fairytale
1. Charmed By A Prince (2017)
2. Charmed by a Prince 2 (2018)
M.V.P.
1. M.V.P. 1 (2018)
2. M.V.P. 2 (2020)
Princess and The Plug
1. Princess and The Plug (2019)
2. Princess and The Plug2 (2019)
Hood Supreme
1. Hood Supreme (2020)
2. Hood Supreme 2 (2020)
3. Hood Supreme 3 (2020)
4. Hood Supreme 4 (2020)
5. Supreme Reign (2020)
St. Croix Cartel
1. St. Croix Cartel (2020)
2. St Croix Cartel 2 (2020)
Love Was The Case They Gave Me
1. Love Was The Case They Gave Me (2020)
2. Love Was The Case You Gave Me 2 (2020)
3. Love Was The Case They Gave Me 3 (2020)
Milano Mafia
1. The Milano Mafia (2020)
2. The Milano Mafia 2 (2020)
3. The Milano Mafia 3 (2021)
Kingpin's Queen
1. A Kingpin's Queen (2021)
2. A Queen and Her Kingpin (2021)
3. Queens and The Kingpins Who Love Them(2022)
Fourth Wife
1. The Fourth Wife (2023)
2. The Fourth Wife 2 (2023)
Gangster's BBW Obsession
1. A Gangster's BBW Obsession (2024)
2. A Gangster's BBW Obsession 2 (2024)
3. A Gangster's BBW Obsession 3 (2024)
Novels
A Lady and a Boss (2016)
Bittersweet (2017)
The Montega Crime Family (2018)
aka The Real Dopeboyz of Chicago
Giving My Heart To An Outlaw (2018) (with Michay)
Are You Gonna Love Me? (2020)
Ghetto Symphonii (2020)
All I Want For Christmas Is A Thug (2020)
Forever a Thugs Passion (2020)
Living For Love Dying For Loyalty (2021)
Thug Inc. (2021)
The Red Bottom Society (2021)
Hood Holiday (2021)
The Quartermaine Dynasty (2022)
Thug Ambition (2022)
Ambitions of a Thug (2022)
Blood Ties (2022)
Love, Lies, & Blood Ties (2022)
Caught Up In His Blood Ties (2023)
His Love Is One In A Billion (2023)
The Fontaine Mafia (2024)
A Billionaire's BBW Possession (2024)
Novellas and Short Stories
Heart Of Stone (2020)
A Thrilling Evolution of Power and Legacy in the Thug Saga
Mz. Lady P takes readers on a wild ride with Thug Paradise, delivering the next generation of street kings and queens in a story packed with love, loyalty, and hard-earned power. This book perfectly bridges the gap between the old guard and the new breed, offering a fresh perspective while staying true to the gritty essence of the Thug series.
Ka’Jaire “Thug” Kenneth may have stepped back as boss, but his legacy looms large as his protégé King Carter steps up to take over the streets of Chicago. Backed by Nasir and Dutch, King and his crew are carving out their empire, proving that they’re not just following in Thug’s footsteps—they’re blazing their own trail. The dynamic between these young men is electric, and watching them navigate the challenges of power, betrayal, and love is absolutely captivating.
The introduction of Gucci, Chanel, and Dior adds another layer of drama and complexity. Their relationships with King, Nasir, and Dutch highlight the harsh realities of loving men in the game. Secrets come to light, and family ties are tested, proving that love may conquer all, but not without sacrifices and heartache along the way.
Mz. Lady P expertly captures the highs and lows of street life, weaving in themes of ambition, loyalty, and the cost of success. The new generation’s journey is both inspiring and heartbreaking as they grapple with the harsh realities of their world while striving to make a name for themselves.
With unforgettable characters, gripping twists, and the perfect mix of action and romance, Thug Paradise solidifies Mz. Lady P’s status as a master of urban fiction. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Thug saga or new to the series, this book will leave you hooked and eager for more. Highly recommended!
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
If you’re wondering whether or not you should read… THE ANSWER IS YES‼️‼️
Series
Living for Love and Dying for Loyalty
1. Living for Love and Dying for Loyalty (2014)
2. Living for Love and Dying for Loyalty 2 (2014)
3. Living for Love and Dying for Loyalty 3 (2015)
Thug Passion
1. Thug Passion (2014)
2. Thug Passion 2 (2014)
3. Thug Passion 3 (2014)
4. Thug Passion 4 (2014)
5. Thug Paradise (2015)
6. Thug Paradise 2 (2015)
Forever Thuggin' (2015)
Thug Mansion (2016)
7. Thug Paradise 3 (2020)
Fallin' For a Thug (with Lucinda John)
1. Fallin' For a Thug (2015)
2. Fallin' for a Thug 2 (2015)
3. Fallin' For a Thug 3 (2016)
Hood Love
1. Remy and Rose (2015)
2. Remy and Rose' 2 (2015)
3. Remy and Rose 3 (2020)
Royal Love Affair
1. King and I (2015)
2. King and I 2 (2017)
3. King and I 3 (2017)
Love Was the Case That They Gave Me
1. Love Was the Case That They Gave Me (2015)
2. Love Was the Case That They Gave Me 2(2015)
Ballad of a Boss' Wife
1. Ballad of a Boss' Wife (2016)
2. Ballad of a Boss' Wife 2 (2016)
St. Pierre Boyz (with Mesha Mesh)
1. St. Pierre Boyz (2016)
2. St. Pierre Boyz 2 (2016)
3. St. Pierre Boyz 3 (2017)
4. For The Love of a St.Pierre Boy (2020)
Black Mafia Love Affair
1. Married to the Mob (2017)
2. Married to the Mob 2 (2016)
3. Married to the Mob 3 (2017)
4. Married to the Mob 4 (2017)
Thug Legacy
1. Thug Legacy (2016)
2. A Young Thug Love Affair (2017)
3. Boss Ladies and The Thugs Who Love Them(2017)
4. Daughter of a Thug, Wife of a Gangsta (2020)
Hood Fairytale
1. Charmed By A Prince (2017)
2. Charmed by a Prince 2 (2018)
M.V.P.
1. M.V.P. 1 (2018)
2. M.V.P. 2 (2020)
Princess and The Plug
1. Princess and The Plug (2019)
2. Princess and The Plug2 (2019)
Hood Supreme
1. Hood Supreme (2020)
2. Hood Supreme 2 (2020)
3. Hood Supreme 3 (2020)
4. Hood Supreme 4 (2020)
5. Supreme Reign (2020)
St. Croix Cartel
1. St. Croix Cartel (2020)
2. St Croix Cartel 2 (2020)
Love Was The Case They Gave Me
1. Love Was The Case They Gave Me (2020)
2. Love Was The Case You Gave Me 2 (2020)
3. Love Was The Case They Gave Me 3 (2020)
Milano Mafia
1. The Milano Mafia (2020)
2. The Milano Mafia 2 (2020)
3. The Milano Mafia 3 (2021)
Kingpin's Queen
1. A Kingpin's Queen (2021)
2. A Queen and Her Kingpin (2021)
3. Queens and The Kingpins Who Love Them(2022)
Fourth Wife
1. The Fourth Wife (2023)
2. The Fourth Wife 2 (2023)
Gangster's BBW Obsession
1. A Gangster's BBW Obsession (2024)
2. A Gangster's BBW Obsession 2 (2024)
3. A Gangster's BBW Obsession 3 (2024)
Novels
A Lady and a Boss (2016)
Bittersweet (2017)
The Montega Crime Family (2018)
aka The Real Dopeboyz of Chicago
Giving My Heart To An Outlaw (2018) (with Michay)
Are You Gonna Love Me? (2020)
Ghetto Symphonii (2020)
All I Want For Christmas Is A Thug (2020)
Forever a Thugs Passion (2020)
Living For Love Dying For Loyalty (2021)
Thug Inc. (2021)
The Red Bottom Society (2021)
Hood Holiday (2021)
The Quartermaine Dynasty (2022)
Thug Ambition (2022)
Ambitions of a Thug (2022)
Blood Ties (2022)
Love, Lies, & Blood Ties (2022)
Caught Up In His Blood Ties (2023)
His Love Is One In A Billion (2023)
The Fontaine Mafia (2024)
A Billionaire's BBW Possession (2024)
Novellas and Short Stories
Heart Of Stone (2020)
June 25, 2025
Thug Inc.
The whole crew got arrested on a humbug and it's about to get real in these streets cuz Boss Lady ain't NO HOE about her husband pregnant and all she's about to hold court in the streets. Every single one of those that got arrested will have some time to reflect on their life and realize that got some down females that all men in the game wish they had🔥🔥🔥GREAT READ 🔥🔥🔥
The whole crew got arrested on a humbug and it's about to get real in these streets cuz Boss Lady ain't NO HOE about her husband pregnant and all she's about to hold court in the streets. Every single one of those that got arrested will have some time to reflect on their life and realize that got some down females that all men in the game wish they had🔥🔥🔥GREAT READ 🔥🔥🔥
March 20, 2017
Good book
It was a good book. I can't wait to read 2, 3, and 4. I hated how it left me in suspense, but I can't wait to see what happens. Don't won't to tell the story, so I'm going to leave it at that. I did hate that they didn't catch the mistakes with wording and misspelling when they edited it.
It was a good book. I can't wait to read 2, 3, and 4. I hated how it left me in suspense, but I can't wait to see what happens. Don't won't to tell the story, so I'm going to leave it at that. I did hate that they didn't catch the mistakes with wording and misspelling when they edited it.
May 6, 2017
satisfied reader
it's always great to get the back story of the extended characters. one who has never partaken in illegal activities, couldn't possibly understand what makes a person want to live a life of crime. the stories behind them paints a vivid picture of what triggered (s) some real life situations.
it's always great to get the back story of the extended characters. one who has never partaken in illegal activities, couldn't possibly understand what makes a person want to live a life of crime. the stories behind them paints a vivid picture of what triggered (s) some real life situations.
March 14, 2024
DV is never ok...
As much as I enjoyed the book, and tried to understand the dynamics of each couple, I just couldn't get over the acceptance of domestic violence as a normal part of a relationship. The book also seemed rushed, and lacked the soul and emotion of the Thug Passion series.
As much as I enjoyed the book, and tried to understand the dynamics of each couple, I just couldn't get over the acceptance of domestic violence as a normal part of a relationship. The book also seemed rushed, and lacked the soul and emotion of the Thug Passion series.
June 14, 2025
Amazing
I love how everybody came together after they all mess ups, and realize they couldn't do without each other. Tahari got on her throne and did her thing. Thug picked the best woman to be his wife. And I'm so happy King realize that Gucci was his one and only and I'm also happy for Gucci's sisters too. But it is definitely about to get real now.
I love how everybody came together after they all mess ups, and realize they couldn't do without each other. Tahari got on her throne and did her thing. Thug picked the best woman to be his wife. And I'm so happy King realize that Gucci was his one and only and I'm also happy for Gucci's sisters too. But it is definitely about to get real now.
September 2, 2017
I Guess Everybody is Related
This is a good read. I expect the next couple of books to be even better. Can't nobody match Thug and Tahiry but King and Gucci are trying. Let's see how the ladies are about to run things.
This is a good read. I expect the next couple of books to be even better. Can't nobody match Thug and Tahiry but King and Gucci are trying. Let's see how the ladies are about to run things.
January 11, 2018
I really enjoyed this book. It was fast paced but easy to keep up with. I enjoyed seeing Thug and Ta-baby stealing moments; but I would have liked to see more from Peaches, Malik, Barbie and the rest of the gang. The abuse that the new guys put their wives through was hard to read at times.
September 10, 2018
Love it!
I really enjoyed this book. I like how it ties in with Thug Passion. I also like how the author included the characters of Thug Passion such at Tahari and Thug. I love these characters; they are very entertaining. Can’t wait to read the next book.
I really enjoyed this book. I like how it ties in with Thug Passion. I also like how the author included the characters of Thug Passion such at Tahari and Thug. I love these characters; they are very entertaining. Can’t wait to read the next book.
September 12, 2018
It's okay
It's okay. It's reminds you of Thug Passion just a few different characters. A few different twist but almost the same story line. But now the niggahs in jail so the bitches about to run shit. So let's take this ride.
It's okay. It's reminds you of Thug Passion just a few different characters. A few different twist but almost the same story line. But now the niggahs in jail so the bitches about to run shit. So let's take this ride.
February 15, 2020
Damn
This book was so good. I can't believe the ending. I hope the girls boss up and do the damn thing. They still have a lot of growing up to do but I believe they got it. How could u do that to your kids? How could u hate them that match? So glad they found out they were family.
This book was so good. I can't believe the ending. I hope the girls boss up and do the damn thing. They still have a lot of growing up to do but I believe they got it. How could u do that to your kids? How could u hate them that match? So glad they found out they were family.
March 19, 2020
Well
At some point secrets fall out the closet and leave trials of heartbreak! They had to go if you read it you will know what I mean! Time for Boss Lady Inc to raise up! Can't wait to see what they do to hold it down! Let's go
At some point secrets fall out the closet and leave trials of heartbreak! They had to go if you read it you will know what I mean! Time for Boss Lady Inc to raise up! Can't wait to see what they do to hold it down! Let's go
January 11, 2021
Yasss
I loved this book from beginning to end. I cant wait to read the next book. This had me on the edge from beginning to end and it never got boring or predictable. I cant wait to see what happens when the women take over.
I loved this book from beginning to end. I cant wait to read the next book. This had me on the edge from beginning to end and it never got boring or predictable. I cant wait to see what happens when the women take over.
May 21, 2021
smh
I tried..I read all i could ..The whole series is unbelievable and whack i kept reading thinking the characters would get better..they dont the story doesn't its just one unbelievable scenario after another..
I tried..I read all i could ..The whole series is unbelievable and whack i kept reading thinking the characters would get better..they dont the story doesn't its just one unbelievable scenario after another..
October 11, 2022
Well dang it
This author ticked me off with these weak ask women. I'm going to have a take a break from the series because ma'am ain't no way this should be legal. Lawd the audacity of these ninjas. Gheesh!!
This author ticked me off with these weak ask women. I'm going to have a take a break from the series because ma'am ain't no way this should be legal. Lawd the audacity of these ninjas. Gheesh!!
January 30, 2023
page turner
This book was perfectly written!! I started it reluctantly wondering how Thug Passion could continue from here but it did and it was so good. Can’t wait to start part 2. Matter of fact I’m downloading it now.
This book was perfectly written!! I started it reluctantly wondering how Thug Passion could continue from here but it did and it was so good. Can’t wait to start part 2. Matter of fact I’m downloading it now.
February 21, 2025
Thug Paradise
I loved all new characters in thug paradise and I love all sex scene and all the killing scene and I can't wait to read part two and I can't too see what happens next for all the couples and thug Ta baby relationships
I loved all new characters in thug paradise and I love all sex scene and all the killing scene and I can't wait to read part two and I can't too see what happens next for all the couples and thug Ta baby relationships
July 1, 2017
Loved It Was Rooting For Gucci And King And The Whole Thug Inc. It will Keep You On Your Toes Very Good.
April 26, 2018
great read!!!!!I enjoyed this book from start to finish.....
Great job Mz. Lady P
Great job Mz. Lady P
September 10, 2018
I don’t know what took me so long to read this series
I already know Tahari is about to get it popping. I just hope the other ladies don’t fold under pressure.
I already know Tahari is about to get it popping. I just hope the other ladies don’t fold under pressure.
September 24, 2018
well
I'm steering clear of they city, because this just too much. Dutch wouldn't get a second look from me, he real trif.
I'm steering clear of they city, because this just too much. Dutch wouldn't get a second look from me, he real trif.
September 26, 2018
Omg
I loved it so much. The ending left me ready to start the next book soon as I am done writing this review.
I loved it so much. The ending left me ready to start the next book soon as I am done writing this review.
March 11, 2019
Vette
Awww hell it's fixing to be on and popping now the ladies running the streets until the men get out of jail. Ta'baby is going to turn these ladies into straight gangstas.
Awww hell it's fixing to be on and popping now the ladies running the streets until the men get out of jail. Ta'baby is going to turn these ladies into straight gangstas.
November 12, 2019
Sorry but this is the same story line
As I kept reading I was hoping that something would be different but nope just different names😔.. 3 more words
As I kept reading I was hoping that something would be different but nope just different names😔.. 3 more words
November 27, 2020
I'm liking Thug Paradise
I really enjoy this series I'm reading about the new characters in the book. Now that the s*** has hit the fan let's see what happens next.
I really enjoy this series I'm reading about the new characters in the book. Now that the s*** has hit the fan let's see what happens next.
March 8, 2021
Wow just when you thought it couldn't get any better we get a spin off. I am really glad Mz. Lady P continued this and brought characters back.
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