Damaged Goods

by Phoenix C. Brown

This is an alternate cover edition for B008RB6SAU

Whitney Thompson is the product of a taboo relationship and nobody in her family wants anything to do with her. Growing up in and out of her foster homes she sees it all. The day she turns eighteen, she’s ready to move out and on with her life. All of her plans change when her foster mother, Denise, is murdered. Whitney feels obligated to figure out who killed her and why. She never would have thought she'd learn the things that she did about Denise but more importantly about herself.

Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 2012

About the author

"Writing is therapy for me, and these stories I put out to my readers is often therapeutic for them too." - Phoenix C. Brown

Phoenix C. Brown came onto the scene in 2011 with her contemporary fiction, debut novel, Beautifully Imperfect. Phoenix’s gift of storytelling will have you laughing, crying and cursing at each page. She takes you on an emotional ride while still delivering an entertaining, relatable story. Phoenix writes for those who have struggled with a relationship, the people who have experienced the joy and the pain that love can bring, and those searching for their renewal through fictional life lessons. She welcomes feedback from all readers booksbyphoenix@hotmail.com or follow her on twitter @thoughtsofphee

When she is not preoccupied with her characters, she spends her free time with her husband and kids. Phoenix lists Eric Jerome Dickey, Carl Weber, Omar Tyree, Terry McMillan and the late E. Lynn Harris as influences on her writing.

Reviews

[Tasha · Rating 4 out of 5]

WOW!! This is a WILD story with many twists and turns. When I started to read, I was hooked after the first paragraph. Phoenix C Brown put many twists in a few pages, and as the story unfolds, it leaves readers in awe of how "Damaged Goods" go to any extreme to save others. This short story is an interesting read, and I really enjoyed it!

[Tremayne Moore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Damaged Goods started as a typical read; but Phoenix Brown took the latter half of the book and kept me on the seat of my pants. For a story to be short, she didn't hold anything back and it was easy to visualize this happening in real life. There really is drama and suspense in this read.

Great job Phoenix. Not only was this story a great read, it was also entertaining.

[Lawrence · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a very good read. It made me feel that I was right there with the characters. I wish it was a little longer, but I have to remember that it was a short story. I'm looking forward to reading other books by Phoenix C. Brown. Keep up the great work Phoenix.

[Carla · Rating 5 out of 5]

" Damaged Goods" is a short story by Author Phoenix C. Brown. Whitney is a young woman who, after spending many years in the foster care system, is ready to move on and take control of her own life. When tragedy strikes, Whitney quickly finds her life spiraling downwards and she forced to protect herself and those she loves. Will Whitney be able to persevere or will she forever be" damaged goods"? Damaged Goods was a short but good read. The storyline flowed great and wasn't rushed. The ending was definitely a tear jerker! Looking forward to reading more from this author! 5 stars!

~Black Faithful Sisters and Brothers Book Club~

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was great short story by Phoenix Brown also this was my first time reading some of her work..In 49 pages you get more than enough story that have you like whoa did this just happen.. than you get to the reason why the name is the book Damage good. I cant lie i cried many times in the book than was happy because their was hope for more..I cant lie i did want more story that was because of how good this short story was.. written to drawn you in and it did just that..sad thing u know these kind of things happen in real life let you know its always hope.. Great job Phoenix Brown you have found a new fan in your work....

[K.R. Bankston · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just picked up this short story after reading a post in one of my FB groups asking who hadn't read any of this author's offerings. I found the story very well written, as well as entertaining. The storyline was easy to follow, the characters developed enough to evoke emotions and cause you to relate to their plights. I completely enjoyed reading it and I may move on to pick up some of the author's full length novels as well. I definitely recommend this short story as one that "finishes" the job and doesn't leave you hanging.

[Phette *fee~ETT* · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phoenix Brown has done it again. This short story is packed with suspense and drama. Readers will fall in love with Whitney, a product of foster care who refuses to let her past negatively define her future. She champions for the livelihood and welfare of her adopted siblings and does so without fail. I give this short 5*s & 2 thumbs up. Terrific job Mrs. Brown!

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely one of the best short stories I've read. It's my first read by this author and I'm so glad to have found her. My next two books will be her two novels.

[Juanesia · Rating 4 out of 5]

D.G. is what she was called but it was all worth it in the end. Nice quick read by Phoenix. Thanks for making sure we actually had closure in this short story.

[Tera L. Kirksey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Damaged Goods

This was indeed an eye opener! A very short but good read. Whitney, through all she had been through, helped her foster sister and brother grow up to not become damaged goods as she had been called. Her, Jeremiah and Mary became a family.
I wonder what happened to Detective Cunningham and Soledad?
This was my first read by the author and I look forward to reading more!

[Michelle Rawls · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfectly imperfect

This was a really good quick fix. Damaged goods was a well written short story with a lot of action and lessons to be learned. Phoenix Brown is a talented author who has a way with words.

Happy Reading,

The Official Dcbookreviewer

[Colleen O'Grady · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick and Intense

This was a great short story that packed a lot into such a quick read. It's not easy to get depth of characters from short stories but I felt these characters, Phoenix had me rooting for Whitney.

[Sandra Burns · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great short read

This story was about a girl, born under less than ideal circumstances. Ends up in foster care with 2 other kids. Stuff happens.....

[Avverrecia Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome

What an awesome read. The love this girl had for those kids because she didn’t want them to become Damaged Goods!!! Great book!!

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it !!!

[Shannon · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a book that left me speechless very good wish there was more