Black Butterfly

Black Butterfly #1

by Dante Feenix

BLACK BUTTERFLY "The Original" (soon to be a movie) “Black Butterfly,” the debut novel by former television producer Dante' Feenix is the first of a series based on true life accounts. "This urban drama gives you much more than just drama in an urban setting; it's a THRILLER that takes a real look at a part of life most people fear!" -Book Addicts Intl. Reviewers Deep inside the heart of east Baltimore's most treacherous projects lives Eboni; a single mother accused of a murder she didn't commit. With the police and FBI hot on her trail, she has to shield her family and young son from the real KILLER while trying to clear her own name. But what happens when an ordinary woman is forced to break the law in order to protect her child? Will she become the murderer she's accused of being when her family is put in jeopardy? Or will the people trying to take her out finally get their way? Based on true events... You will cheer with every victory and feel the pain of every obstacle as Eboni and her family show us all how to fight back! Get your emotions ready for the ride of their life, it's "Black Butterfly" -Hip Hop Busines Journal's Literary Award Winner! Be sure to read the highly anticipated "Diary Of A 12 Inch Brotha" by Feenix!

Genres: African American

250 pages, Paperback

First published August 14, 2014

Reviews

[Carla · Rating 4 out of 5]

Black Butterfly was my first read by author Dante Feenix. It started off slow but then picked up speed mid point. This was a good urban fiction mystery It was action packed and left me wondering what would happen in part 2. If you are looking for a quick read, this is definitely for you!

[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

yes I must admitt this book had me going I and I was taken it all in. Dante you have out did yourself with this book I know you wont have us waiting long on the next book bring it on.......

[Anna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty good book.

[Barbra Athill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

I've had this book since 2014 and I'm wishing I read it sooner. This was a good read and I can't wait to start part 2 to see what happens next

[Carlena Singletary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome read

Love this, on my way to book 2 of this series. Can’t wait. Let’s get started. Happy reading everyone. This is better than TV

[Dr. Aristotle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay, so I just finished this novel and am halfway through part 2. I loved the fact that a single mother was put into a heroic light. Wow, I don't know where to begin... a single mother has dreams of being a star but is not supported by the people around her. Only her young son believes in her dreams(sounds like a nice cute little story, right?) Wrong! She is framed for a murder and all hell breaks lose in her life when the REAL bad guys go after her son to smoke her out of hiding. And boy does she come out with a vengence! Guns blazing, plotting, and mad as hell; to defend her young son and family.

WOW! To me the author seemed to be painting a contrast of the problems they encounter and lengths that parents will go through to protect their little ones. I read "Diary Of A 12 Inch Brotha" by this author and it took me by surprise. I liked that one too, but this book was gritty, rough, and unrelenting. I absolutely loved it! I think that must be this author's claim to fame... the unexpected jolt. I don't usually like to use this word because of what it's short for, but... I am now a FAN.

[☺~Tina~☺ · Rating 2 out of 5]

I really don't have much to say about this one. It's one of those books that stuff happens but nothing you get excited about.

There was murder, set up plots, sex (not bad and not to much) but nothing that had me hanging on the authors every word. I've already bought the other 2 so I will finish up those but if I hadn't already purchased them I think I would be done. I'll see if book 4 & 5 are worth buying after I finish 2 & 3. It was a trilogy, but now I think there are 5 stories to date. Not sure how long the rest of them are but this one only took a few hours to read.

[Shoulanda August · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully written

FIve stars goes out to the Feenix. This was my first book I read by this author. I was truly touched in some many ways. I understand the struggle of a single parent trying to make it, only to have those around you try to crush your dreams. It's a shame that Nadet, a innocent child had to suffer in the end. A compelling story of how sometimes the system fails to protect us.

[Felisha · Rating 2 out of 5]

Good story line, definitely leaves you wanting more. Hanging on until sequel.

[Diamond Jones-Cox · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this book in a few hours, it was good.I can't wait to found out about Eboni, but from the poem she wrote her son I know this isn't the end

[Msvicky · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was alright.

[Marci · Rating 4 out of 5]

gotta start part 2 to see what's next..

[Lynette · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really I'd rate this a 4.5! I am looking forward to reading more about Eboni & her son. I can really relate with the love she has for him!

[Troi Weakley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fast pace

this story was fast paced but a good mystery read. getting ready to read part 2 so stay tuned for more review on the series.