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The Streets Have No King
A street thriller of kidnapping, murder, trickery, and love that will have you at the edge of your seat.
After 7 years of prison, multi-millionaire drug mogul Kane Garrett is back on the streets. But instead of diving back into the drug game, he’s teaching a college class, infusing business principles with his signature ruthless edge he developed in the streets. When a student―and heavy heroin dealer―named Basil catches Kane’s eye, Kane takes him on as a protégé and together, they build the biggest, smartest drug trafficking business the state has ever seen.
But when Basil meets Moriah, Kane’s only daughter, lines get crossed and their dominant business union becomes a deadly rivalry. Welcome to a world where the kings meet their end and no one stays at the top for long. The crown always lies heavy on he who commands the streets―and Kane and Basil will fight to claim their rule, before power is toppled again, in The Streets Have No King by New York Times bestselling author JaQuavis Coleman.
After 7 years of prison, multi-millionaire drug mogul Kane Garrett is back on the streets. But instead of diving back into the drug game, he’s teaching a college class, infusing business principles with his signature ruthless edge he developed in the streets. When a student―and heavy heroin dealer―named Basil catches Kane’s eye, Kane takes him on as a protégé and together, they build the biggest, smartest drug trafficking business the state has ever seen.
But when Basil meets Moriah, Kane’s only daughter, lines get crossed and their dominant business union becomes a deadly rivalry. Welcome to a world where the kings meet their end and no one stays at the top for long. The crown always lies heavy on he who commands the streets―and Kane and Basil will fight to claim their rule, before power is toppled again, in The Streets Have No King by New York Times bestselling author JaQuavis Coleman.
272 pages, Paperback
First published April 25, 2017
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JaQuavis Coleman
60 books1,911 followersJaQuavis Coleman also writes (with Ashley Antoinette) as "Ashley & JaQuavis".
JaQUAVIS COLEMAN, the New York Times best-selling author of Dopeman’s Trilogy, first burst onto the scene at the age of eighteen and quickly became a nationwide literary phenomenon. He and his wife Ashley Antoinette have coauthored numerous “street fiction” classics. With the birth of the Cartel series, the “Ashley and JaQuavis” brand took off. In 2013, twenty-seven-year-old Coleman was honored by Ebony magazine as being one of the Top 100 most influential African Americans in the country.
JaQUAVIS COLEMAN, the New York Times best-selling author of Dopeman’s Trilogy, first burst onto the scene at the age of eighteen and quickly became a nationwide literary phenomenon. He and his wife Ashley Antoinette have coauthored numerous “street fiction” classics. With the birth of the Cartel series, the “Ashley and JaQuavis” brand took off. In 2013, twenty-seven-year-old Coleman was honored by Ebony magazine as being one of the Top 100 most influential African Americans in the country.
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September 5, 2017
The Streets Have No King is a gritty, violent tale of urban drug trafficking and involves the story of a young, up and comer entering the drug trade as he is mentored by the most feared drug kingpin in Flint, Michigan.
The novel is a passable crime thriller to read during the summer and for those that like their tales raw and pulpy.
It should be pointed out the novel is graphic in both violence and sex. For this reader, the sex scenes did not add to the book and instead took away from the main theme. In them, there seemed to be a conflict in the writing style of the writer when the descriptive and chosen words of those scenes are compared to other parts of the novel.
Still, it is an above average novel and for those that like this kind of novel, other books by the author will most likely be sought out.
The novel is a passable crime thriller to read during the summer and for those that like their tales raw and pulpy.
It should be pointed out the novel is graphic in both violence and sex. For this reader, the sex scenes did not add to the book and instead took away from the main theme. In them, there seemed to be a conflict in the writing style of the writer when the descriptive and chosen words of those scenes are compared to other parts of the novel.
Still, it is an above average novel and for those that like this kind of novel, other books by the author will most likely be sought out.
May 31, 2017
4.5 stars
Thanks to St Martin's press and NetGalley I was able to receive a copy of this book for review.
Jaquavis Coleman has done it again. I loved this book. There were names from past reads that were easily recognized as well as new people I hope show up in future reads. Basil started out as a kid but was definitely a man by the end of the book. He started out picking up drugs for his addicted mother and ended up in a very different position. Being mentored by Kane Garrett changed his life.
The anticipation of a Jaquavis Coleman and an Ashley Jaquavis book is always high. After reading this its even higher. Whatever comes next I'll be reading.
Thanks to St Martin's press and NetGalley I was able to receive a copy of this book for review.
Jaquavis Coleman has done it again. I loved this book. There were names from past reads that were easily recognized as well as new people I hope show up in future reads. Basil started out as a kid but was definitely a man by the end of the book. He started out picking up drugs for his addicted mother and ended up in a very different position. Being mentored by Kane Garrett changed his life.
The anticipation of a Jaquavis Coleman and an Ashley Jaquavis book is always high. After reading this its even higher. Whatever comes next I'll be reading.
April 24, 2022
I was on a wild ride the first 30%. The middle of the book dragged with the only highlight being Carter Diamond and Mecca. The ending was obvious and rushed. Sad to say I'm not a fan of this story. It read like a novella to book 1 not a full length novel. There's so much I want to say about Frenchie and Kane. I saw that a mile away too. I was just waiting. It was implied, and almost spoken. Mo and Basil kin? Gross!
Not mentioning the clique back in the day and no one having a clue. Kane not helping his old friend Frenchie and her son out the first time is questionable with him supposedly being such a good guy. There are too many plausible situations and rolling of my eyes at the plot for me.
Quick late night thoughts
Thank you to St. Martin's Press for providing an eARC for review.
Not mentioning the clique back in the day and no one having a clue. Kane not helping his old friend Frenchie and her son out the first time is questionable with him supposedly being such a good guy. There are too many plausible situations and rolling of my eyes at the plot for me.
Quick late night thoughts
Thank you to St. Martin's Press for providing an eARC for review.
July 31, 2017
What can I say except this book was the
bomb.com!! A page turner
bomb.com!! A page turner
November 11, 2024
What the absolute f*ck just happened? JaQuavis, front and center. I got questions. *** Spoilers ahead***
1. Was Kane his father? If so, his relationship to Moriah was incestuous. Yuck
2. So Mo's murder was orchestrated by Landon via Fat Rat for revenge for his son's death. The only thing is that Kane didn't kill his son, Basil did.
3. Was Frenchie killed bc she was Basil's mom or because she told Kane Basil was his son?
4. Did Kane wanna kill Basil because he was in a relationship with Mo? Or did he think Basil has something to do with the murder? Just don't understand why he wouldn't talk to Basil before putting a hit on him.
I have so many questions and is unlikely there will be a second book. Ugh.
1. Was Kane his father? If so, his relationship to Moriah was incestuous. Yuck
2. So Mo's murder was orchestrated by Landon via Fat Rat for revenge for his son's death. The only thing is that Kane didn't kill his son, Basil did.
3. Was Frenchie killed bc she was Basil's mom or because she told Kane Basil was his son?
4. Did Kane wanna kill Basil because he was in a relationship with Mo? Or did he think Basil has something to do with the murder? Just don't understand why he wouldn't talk to Basil before putting a hit on him.
I have so many questions and is unlikely there will be a second book. Ugh.
July 14, 2017
The Streets Have No King is a classic tale of the rise and fall of beloved street kings. Set in the Midwest, in Flint Michigan, an OG and his protege who share an interesting connection navigate through some hard but necessary lessons. If you don't know that love is law and family is business, you will quickly find out! There are no kings in the streets, only placeholders and how long you are able to reign depends on how well you maneuver all the pieces in play.
This read is intoxicating and thrilling.You will read to the end and definitely want more. There is a fix for every reader whether you are into drama, mystery, romance, erotica, and even self help. The Streets Have No King is wonderfully written because you clearly see what's happening, but never know what's coming. It is only right that JaQuavis Coleman gives us another fix.
Shayolanda Powell
AAMBC Reviewer
This read is intoxicating and thrilling.You will read to the end and definitely want more. There is a fix for every reader whether you are into drama, mystery, romance, erotica, and even self help. The Streets Have No King is wonderfully written because you clearly see what's happening, but never know what's coming. It is only right that JaQuavis Coleman gives us another fix.
Shayolanda Powell
AAMBC Reviewer
January 2, 2018
I always look forward to books by Jaquavis Coleman/Ashley Antoinette/Ashley Jaquavis/etc.
This one was not as good a read for me as most of their others.
At least until, Basil's killing spree.
I do need them to know that Strange Fruit is sung by Billie Holiday. Not Nina Simone.
An iconic song about the lynching of Black people and the songstress is wrong?
OK... Also the part with the Haitian gunmen? So "dreadlocks and deeply dark skin" are "strong Haitian features"? Hmmm...
At any rate, it's fine. 2.5 stars.
Basil's craziness at the end along with Fat Rat's actions and Basils moms revelation made it worthwhile.
This one was not as good a read for me as most of their others.
At least until, Basil's killing spree.
I do need them to know that Strange Fruit is sung by Billie Holiday. Not Nina Simone.
An iconic song about the lynching of Black people and the songstress is wrong?
OK... Also the part with the Haitian gunmen? So "dreadlocks and deeply dark skin" are "strong Haitian features"? Hmmm...
At any rate, it's fine. 2.5 stars.
Basil's craziness at the end along with Fat Rat's actions and Basils moms revelation made it worthwhile.
February 21, 2025
I really enjoyed this book! The story was well told and kept you intrigued as to what was happening next. The ending had me surprised with the twist!
April 25, 2017
The Streets have No King by JaQuavis Coleman is a thrilling read. Dark, gritty, and intense. The plot caught my attention instantly. Here, I met a main charcater who doesn't go back to his old lifestyle. I would have thought he would, but he didn't. At least, not right away. Then, he meets a young man who he sees something in and together they go to the main character's bad way of life. To them, it wasn't bad...until stakes were involved. Like the previous street king's daughter. Then, from there...things quickly escalated and heated. Danger, suspense, and intrigue has tied itself around me. Taking me hostage within the book. JaQuavis Coleman's writing has a way of planting me deep inside a different world. A world where there are no friends and only risks to take. A non ending game of life, death, and chances of the high life. But as with the real world criminal activity always had a way of pulling one down under...and destroying what was once good. Overall, I enjoyed exploring this urban street fiction. I would recommend this novel to adults only due to the high volume of drugs and violence. Interesting read...that contains real life scenarios. I got this copy from the publisher and this is my honest review.
April 6, 2018
Omg this book was off the chain I don’t know why it took me so long to read it. Baby this book was a definite page turner. I would never wired this book would play out like this. Let me just say this Basil was one young man who learned the game and used it to his average. His only problem was he fell for the wrong girl. Maybe different time different place things would have worked out between them. I loved how he got his sweet revenge at the end. Please read this book don’t sleep on it like I did. Great job highly recommend to read. JaQuavis has not let us down with this book his pen game is definitely on 🔥
May 30, 2020
I really enjoyed this book.....I just found “The Street have no Queen” so I had to update this book to “Read”
It’s a must read!!!
It’s a must read!!!
April 27, 2021
These characters always pull me in, I love seeing the familiar icons from other storylines make their debuts across these novels.
March 19, 2022
I wanted to give this book 5 stars but there were so many grammatical errors. However I pushed through and finished. Overall this book is very good
February 27, 2025
*2.5* all the smut didn’t really fit the vibe of the book. Not a bad story but kind of predictable except for the incest didn’t see that one coming 😂
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 14, 2025
This book had a little bit of everything. The story was pretty good and it was easy to follow the characters.
August 3, 2022
Well TRIPLE DAMN!! Sooo From the door Kane's Friend wasn't sh*t. The Whole thing was just so messy.. and even a bit Incesty.. Enemies always masked as friends.. Horrible.
March 2, 2025
Brilliant from start to finish!
February 1, 2021
Damn I'm left wanting more
Before reading the book I kept going back and forth to the reviews looking for an honest one instead of one that seemed like an ad & I just could not find one so I'm like screw it I'm going to put everything on hold just to see what this book is about for myself I'm such a fan of the A&J team seperatly and together out of all the urban authors out the game there's is the best !!! :D i just wish the ending did not always including someone dying even though that's how life is but damn !!!!
Okay I wish there was more of a backstory through Basil's life like how did he get his name
What turned his mom to drugs when she had her heart on being a lawyer
& why didn't he just move out the hood instead of following into the game when he had just the right aura and brains to get out the sh*t . . . His mom was a cold piece of work but he still loved her they should've atleast put a chapter of her trying to fix her wrongs instead of just a whimp smh some moms don't deserve children !!!.
Imo he was a smart dummy smart with staying low-key but dumb when it came to sleeping with the connect's cousin come on we could (well atleast I could smell that set up a mile away).
As for Kane I wish he had a diffrent name in the urban world the name Kane , King , or Jefe is used too much his name should've been Zeus , Pharoh , or Messiah I just think the name Kane should be retired for atleast 20 years. I liked him but he wasn't as powerful as what they made him ..... he only sought after Basil because he was broke ... he was no different from Nephew he too used Basil
I just knew I wouldn't like Fat Rat just the name alone it let me know what's up with that n*gga if old friends did not mean soo much too Kane he should've killed Fat's along time ago why didn't he do it when he killed ol' boy in that vacant apartment . . .
I liked Moriah (Mariah) I wished she had a better name too something like Keziah , Neima (Ny-ima) or Kamiyah I liked how she was portrayed a brown skinned sista with locs we need more of that instead of the big booty vixen types in urban book after urban book :) her backstory should've been explored more it made no sense how dumb she was too like girl you had everything but you want to be so hood hell nah if I was her I would've stayed far away from the fire & became a nurse so when my pops got out of jail he wouldn't need to train someone to reboot his drug empire ... But instead we could' have lived comfortable on my means alone and good investments . . . . she was a wannabe hood princess in search of some good d*ck . . . .
Lil Noah and Mecca kind of put me in the mind of Animal (from Kwan's books) . . . I do feel this book was rushed :/ and some parts left hanging the best part was the ending like damn it scared me from now on I won't ever turn my back !!!! I had a feeling I knew Frenchie's secret a long time ago smh so the whole relationship between Basil & Moriah should've never happend . . . instead of Kane making Basil into the top young bull of the streets he should've showed him a better way and kept him out the streets it's like egos got the best of these two :( . . . I wish so many characters weren't killed off because a part II would been good something titled the Best King The Streets Ever Known . . .
Now if this book got turned into a movie I already know who should play who :
Frechie:Angela Bassette
Dog:Stevie J
Keema:Ava DuVernay
Basil : Michael B Jordan or Lance Gross
Kane: Idris Elba or Michael Warren (both of them are fine vintage eye candy)
Fat Rat:Cedric the Entertainer or Lavell Crawford
Moriah:Kelela or Dewanda Wise (both pretty sistas !)
Landon:Liam Neeson
LJ:Chet Hanks
Mecca: Jason Weaver (this would be a challenging role since he hasn't been in any gritty movies like that but I would love for him to pull this off)
Lil Noah:Trevor Jackson (now that boy can act !!!)
Vivian:Sharon Leal or Nia Long
Boone:Darrin Henson
Before reading the book I kept going back and forth to the reviews looking for an honest one instead of one that seemed like an ad & I just could not find one so I'm like screw it I'm going to put everything on hold just to see what this book is about for myself I'm such a fan of the A&J team seperatly and together out of all the urban authors out the game there's is the best !!! :D i just wish the ending did not always including someone dying even though that's how life is but damn !!!!
Okay I wish there was more of a backstory through Basil's life like how did he get his name
What turned his mom to drugs when she had her heart on being a lawyer
& why didn't he just move out the hood instead of following into the game when he had just the right aura and brains to get out the sh*t . . . His mom was a cold piece of work but he still loved her they should've atleast put a chapter of her trying to fix her wrongs instead of just a whimp smh some moms don't deserve children !!!.
Imo he was a smart dummy smart with staying low-key but dumb when it came to sleeping with the connect's cousin come on we could (well atleast I could smell that set up a mile away).
As for Kane I wish he had a diffrent name in the urban world the name Kane , King , or Jefe is used too much his name should've been Zeus , Pharoh , or Messiah I just think the name Kane should be retired for atleast 20 years. I liked him but he wasn't as powerful as what they made him ..... he only sought after Basil because he was broke ... he was no different from Nephew he too used Basil
I just knew I wouldn't like Fat Rat just the name alone it let me know what's up with that n*gga if old friends did not mean soo much too Kane he should've killed Fat's along time ago why didn't he do it when he killed ol' boy in that vacant apartment . . .
I liked Moriah (Mariah) I wished she had a better name too something like Keziah , Neima (Ny-ima) or Kamiyah I liked how she was portrayed a brown skinned sista with locs we need more of that instead of the big booty vixen types in urban book after urban book :) her backstory should've been explored more it made no sense how dumb she was too like girl you had everything but you want to be so hood hell nah if I was her I would've stayed far away from the fire & became a nurse so when my pops got out of jail he wouldn't need to train someone to reboot his drug empire ... But instead we could' have lived comfortable on my means alone and good investments . . . . she was a wannabe hood princess in search of some good d*ck . . . .
Lil Noah and Mecca kind of put me in the mind of Animal (from Kwan's books) . . . I do feel this book was rushed :/ and some parts left hanging the best part was the ending like damn it scared me from now on I won't ever turn my back !!!! I had a feeling I knew Frenchie's secret a long time ago smh so the whole relationship between Basil & Moriah should've never happend . . . instead of Kane making Basil into the top young bull of the streets he should've showed him a better way and kept him out the streets it's like egos got the best of these two :( . . . I wish so many characters weren't killed off because a part II would been good something titled the Best King The Streets Ever Known . . .
Now if this book got turned into a movie I already know who should play who :
Frechie:Angela Bassette
Dog:Stevie J
Keema:Ava DuVernay
Basil : Michael B Jordan or Lance Gross
Kane: Idris Elba or Michael Warren (both of them are fine vintage eye candy)
Fat Rat:Cedric the Entertainer or Lavell Crawford
Moriah:Kelela or Dewanda Wise (both pretty sistas !)
Landon:Liam Neeson
LJ:Chet Hanks
Mecca: Jason Weaver (this would be a challenging role since he hasn't been in any gritty movies like that but I would love for him to pull this off)
Lil Noah:Trevor Jackson (now that boy can act !!!)
Vivian:Sharon Leal or Nia Long
Boone:Darrin Henson
June 23, 2017
The Streets Have No King:
Kane Garrett start it all he did a 7 years bid in jail. Basil was heavy in herion dealer growing-up. He admire Kane Garrett the respect he received in the streets and also Kane help him and his mother Frenchie. One of his dealer jump on Basil and his mother Frenchie she owed him money he came to make example out of them. Kane step in and fat -rat his right-hand men pull gun out and regulated and Kane told him to leave and leave Basil and Frenchie. Basil was going to college take Principles of Business learning the blue print of running their own empire. Kane Garrett was the profresser of his Principles of Business class took Basil under his wing to become his next protege to show him the ropes of building biggest drug dynasty. Basil was a smart young man trying to better himself. Basil meets Moriah Kane only daughter has a secret love affair he falls hard for Moriah and she falls hard for Basil. One Kane rule is don't mess with family especially his daughter is off-limit. Basil cross the line that was definitely his downfall. Basil ultimate mistake when he killed Irish gangster Landon son Lj after he put his hands on Moriah all bets were off and his temper compulsion gets him in a lot trouble. Kane tells Basil to leave town until the heat blows over and heads for Miami to set -up shop with Carter Diamond and Mecca Diamond. Basil does not want to leave the love of his life Moriah. Moriah is miserable without Basil she reminiscing about their last night of lovemaking intensity of their emotions high. Kane decided to send Moriah and her girlfriend all expenses paid trip for the All-Star weekend she was so close to seeing Basil her baby. He excited about going back to Flint ,Michigan. Basil and Moriah had a deep connection he never felt for any other women she had his heart. Vivian one of his tracking miles stole 50,0000 dollars from him for shady cousin Boom and tried to make it look like a robbery Noah knew her story was full of lies she was cut off and black-out services no longer need luckily she was not killed with her deceit. Then Vivian had the nerve to Lil Noah offers him sex hours after the so called robbery. Kane told Basil to come back Flint ,Michigan .After 5 months in Miami he told Kane he has some lose ends to tie up Kane told Basil that Moriah was in Miami also with her girlfriend for the All-Star weekend. Basil finds Moriah leaving Big Special VIP private rooms with three some and orgy going on nasty nasty. Basil go back home Flint with a duffel bag full money and the love of his life. Kane right-hand man Fat Rat betrayal has everything in chaos he told Land on where Basil where abouts Moriah killed because Basil got caught slipping. Basil ask Moriah to marry him and be his wife she accepted . She tells Basil she pregnant with his baby they agree to tell Kane Garrett they are in love and want to be together. Landon send Kane a letter bragg about having his daughter and Basil killed and Fat Rat was the one who set it up. Kane loss it when he find out his only daughter is killed he wants to know who is responsible. Kane blames Basil he figured out what he thinks he knows. Fat Rat feel guilty because his gambling addiction about Kane daughter getting caught in the cross fire of the war that happened because of his bigotry of his son. Kane is a broken man he wants Basil head on a platter not knowing the cause of his despair was closer than he thinks. Kane put a price on Basil head killed Frenchie Basil mother on a rampage revenge tip not knowing the whole story .Basil loved Moriah with all his heart he would do anything for her kill for her but the guilty and pain he couldn't save her. Basil was on some revenge stuff he was going to kill all who turned on him the Regency projects was where it all start the hood turned on him. He feel betrayed
Kane Garrett start it all he did a 7 years bid in jail. Basil was heavy in herion dealer growing-up. He admire Kane Garrett the respect he received in the streets and also Kane help him and his mother Frenchie. One of his dealer jump on Basil and his mother Frenchie she owed him money he came to make example out of them. Kane step in and fat -rat his right-hand men pull gun out and regulated and Kane told him to leave and leave Basil and Frenchie. Basil was going to college take Principles of Business learning the blue print of running their own empire. Kane Garrett was the profresser of his Principles of Business class took Basil under his wing to become his next protege to show him the ropes of building biggest drug dynasty. Basil was a smart young man trying to better himself. Basil meets Moriah Kane only daughter has a secret love affair he falls hard for Moriah and she falls hard for Basil. One Kane rule is don't mess with family especially his daughter is off-limit. Basil cross the line that was definitely his downfall. Basil ultimate mistake when he killed Irish gangster Landon son Lj after he put his hands on Moriah all bets were off and his temper compulsion gets him in a lot trouble. Kane tells Basil to leave town until the heat blows over and heads for Miami to set -up shop with Carter Diamond and Mecca Diamond. Basil does not want to leave the love of his life Moriah. Moriah is miserable without Basil she reminiscing about their last night of lovemaking intensity of their emotions high. Kane decided to send Moriah and her girlfriend all expenses paid trip for the All-Star weekend she was so close to seeing Basil her baby. He excited about going back to Flint ,Michigan. Basil and Moriah had a deep connection he never felt for any other women she had his heart. Vivian one of his tracking miles stole 50,0000 dollars from him for shady cousin Boom and tried to make it look like a robbery Noah knew her story was full of lies she was cut off and black-out services no longer need luckily she was not killed with her deceit. Then Vivian had the nerve to Lil Noah offers him sex hours after the so called robbery. Kane told Basil to come back Flint ,Michigan .After 5 months in Miami he told Kane he has some lose ends to tie up Kane told Basil that Moriah was in Miami also with her girlfriend for the All-Star weekend. Basil finds Moriah leaving Big Special VIP private rooms with three some and orgy going on nasty nasty. Basil go back home Flint with a duffel bag full money and the love of his life. Kane right-hand man Fat Rat betrayal has everything in chaos he told Land on where Basil where abouts Moriah killed because Basil got caught slipping. Basil ask Moriah to marry him and be his wife she accepted . She tells Basil she pregnant with his baby they agree to tell Kane Garrett they are in love and want to be together. Landon send Kane a letter bragg about having his daughter and Basil killed and Fat Rat was the one who set it up. Kane loss it when he find out his only daughter is killed he wants to know who is responsible. Kane blames Basil he figured out what he thinks he knows. Fat Rat feel guilty because his gambling addiction about Kane daughter getting caught in the cross fire of the war that happened because of his bigotry of his son. Kane is a broken man he wants Basil head on a platter not knowing the cause of his despair was closer than he thinks. Kane put a price on Basil head killed Frenchie Basil mother on a rampage revenge tip not knowing the whole story .Basil loved Moriah with all his heart he would do anything for her kill for her but the guilty and pain he couldn't save her. Basil was on some revenge stuff he was going to kill all who turned on him the Regency projects was where it all start the hood turned on him. He feel betrayed
February 16, 2025
A super easy read and an entertaining story. It hooks you off the bat and keeps you engaged the whole time. I can’t wait to read the next one.
February 20, 2025
In the streets of Flint, Michigan, Kane Garrett's name rings bells…until he catches a car and his away for seven years. Upon his return, he finds himself teaching a college course, and meets his protege in Basil. Everything is at Basil's disposal, except Kane's daughter Mariah.
Blood paints the streets when she becomes a casualty of war, and treachery as well as deceit are everywhere. This is the true definition of "Trust No Man!"
This, by far, is one of the best books I've read, not just in 2017; but by @realjaquavis in general. I highly recommend it, but suggest that you read catch up with the Cartel series before you do, because there will be a few "special guests" that make an appearance. I wish I could give this book more than 💎💎💎💎💎,because it was just that good! I think I smell another New York Times Bestseller here.
Blood paints the streets when she becomes a casualty of war, and treachery as well as deceit are everywhere. This is the true definition of "Trust No Man!"
This, by far, is one of the best books I've read, not just in 2017; but by @realjaquavis in general. I highly recommend it, but suggest that you read catch up with the Cartel series before you do, because there will be a few "special guests" that make an appearance. I wish I could give this book more than 💎💎💎💎💎,because it was just that good! I think I smell another New York Times Bestseller here.
July 11, 2018
The Streets Have No King
The Streets Have No King held true for these characters. My heart went out to Basil. He lost everyone he held close to him to the street life. I enjoyed this read although it wasn't a I can't put it down, it was still a cool even paced read. I understand that Kane was hurt over Moriah being killed but I feel like Frenchie was innocent in all this and she shouldn't have been a causality of getting even. But since she was, I'm just glad Basil got to see the best of her and not them sick (drugged version of) her. Was she trying to tell Kane her truth before she took her last breath? Her truth that Basil was his son? That was my assumption but she took that to her early grave. I feel as though Kane, Landon, LJ, Boone and Fat Rat all meet there KARMA. Good read. I hope to see Basil in a future read and just maybe he will get a new love.
The Streets Have No King held true for these characters. My heart went out to Basil. He lost everyone he held close to him to the street life. I enjoyed this read although it wasn't a I can't put it down, it was still a cool even paced read. I understand that Kane was hurt over Moriah being killed but I feel like Frenchie was innocent in all this and she shouldn't have been a causality of getting even. But since she was, I'm just glad Basil got to see the best of her and not them sick (drugged version of) her. Was she trying to tell Kane her truth before she took her last breath? Her truth that Basil was his son? That was my assumption but she took that to her early grave. I feel as though Kane, Landon, LJ, Boone and Fat Rat all meet there KARMA. Good read. I hope to see Basil in a future read and just maybe he will get a new love.
November 7, 2018
I LOVE this author. I first started reading the cartel by him and his wife, it was such a good series I forgot it was a book! I asked my fiance which show or movie it was we were watching, thankfully he read the books as well so he knew to tell him it was a book series lol the only thing I dislike abt this author? Is that it only seems people who've been in jail know about his books! I only found out about the cartel because a friend was locked up and recommended it for me, and NOBODY who hasnt been locked up knows abt him OR his wife! Which is a shame because they are talented and very good! I plan on reading some of Ashley's solo work now too! I just know she'll be good alone as was Jaquavis.
October 15, 2017
I have never missed one of his or his wife's books. So this one was no different, however I was not pleased with the ending of this book. I feel that he should have been told that Kane was his father before killing him, and maybe he could have stopped Mo from falling in love with Basil because he was her brother... all the same still was a great book and I can't wait for the next one. I also was so happy to see the Carter Sr and Mecca were also in the book and the even spoke on Carter Jr. I almost cried thinking about all that they have been though in the 7 cartel books.
May 8, 2017
I've never been a fan of urban fiction, but this is one of the few authors that might change that perspective. I enjoyed this read. Basil is a known cocaine hustler. He ends up being mentored by Kane Garrett after a 7 year prison bid. While being mentored, he falls in love with Kane's daughter, Moriah, and the drama that happens made this an enjoyable read that makes me want to read it again. Very well written and enjoyable.
July 29, 2017
When the title fit the book PERFECTLY!! Basil is another Kane if not better. The story kept me intrigued from beginning to end and to see some old characters had me geeked!! Definitely would recommend this book
December 8, 2019
Excellent
The streets have No King. Everyone must die by the streets that they were born on. You live by the streets you die by the streets.
The streets have No King. Everyone must die by the streets that they were born on. You live by the streets you die by the streets.
December 6, 2021
This book felt incomplete or rushed through. There's a lot missing in this story.
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December 6, 2023No stars and no words for this urban fantasy. I will never read another JaQuavis Coleman book again.
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