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From the Pole to the Palace: A Love Nobody Expected
Hoe. Slut. Skank. Those were all words that Ms. Dreka Hendrix has been called over the past few months ever since she landed her a job at Sin City. Sin City is a major strip club here in Miami Florida. While most people are there trying to showcase their talents, Dreka is there only because it is her last resort. She’s raising a six-year-old daughter by the name of Charisma, and doing whatever she has to do to provide for her and her child.
In comes the new club manager, Seth Roberts. Seth immediately sees something in Dreka, but the only thing that keeps them apart is the fact that Seth is married. Will Seth give up on his marriage to pursue Dreka? Find out if Dreka has what it takes to go from the pole to the palace.
In comes the new club manager, Seth Roberts. Seth immediately sees something in Dreka, but the only thing that keeps them apart is the fact that Seth is married. Will Seth give up on his marriage to pursue Dreka? Find out if Dreka has what it takes to go from the pole to the palace.
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197 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 30, 2016
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September 2, 2016
I can't wait to see how this play out because I already know Levi and Jameeka gone get what's coming to them. I felt so bad for little Miss. Charisma cause she didn't deserve to be treated like that and out of all the people in the world she get treated like that by her daddy. I feel like Dreka and Seth relationship is going to blossom into something great. Can't wait for part 2 excellent job Diamond Johnson
September 2, 2016
A must read!!!
This is definitely a page turner!!!! I couldn't put this book down.. Seth is definitely bae! I love Caramel as well... I hope his ex-wife and her baby daddy gets handle in part 2. I need part 2 ASAP!!!
This is definitely a page turner!!!! I couldn't put this book down.. Seth is definitely bae! I love Caramel as well... I hope his ex-wife and her baby daddy gets handle in part 2. I need part 2 ASAP!!!
March 27, 2023
Dreka is that bxtch; taking care of her daughter. Dreka is a stripper working to support her daughter. Seth recently bought the club and is interested in Dreka. Seth came all BDE. I can’t wait to see what happens to Levi(Drekas baby daddy) & Seth’s ex wife. I don’t want to spoil it but the plot twist.
December 18, 2020
Pretty good
July 27, 2024
Can't wait to read how everything unfolds in part 2. Dreka and Seth are great together. Jameka is dumb. This won't end well for her. Charisma is precious and deserves better than that negro as her father.
May 25, 2021
THAT WAS A GREAT READ‼️‼️‼️
Okay, so I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Yes, Dreka was a stripper but she feels like she was doing what she had to do to take care of her daughter. Besides Levi which is her baby daddy is a ain’t shit n*gg* if I ever seen one. This was a great book. I loved the love story. But I hated that n*gg* Levi. Real talk
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
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Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
Okay, so I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Yes, Dreka was a stripper but she feels like she was doing what she had to do to take care of her daughter. Besides Levi which is her baby daddy is a ain’t shit n*gg* if I ever seen one. This was a great book. I loved the love story. But I hated that n*gg* Levi. Real talk
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
September 9, 2016
Good Read
Enjoyed this story, it was fast paced with just enough drama to keep you interested. Seth is the man and I respect Dreka's hustle. Levi was the absolute worst. Look forward to part 2.
Enjoyed this story, it was fast paced with just enough drama to keep you interested. Seth is the man and I respect Dreka's hustle. Levi was the absolute worst. Look forward to part 2.
September 21, 2016
A great read
Diamond Johnson always delivers, this story will have you all in. I can't wait to see how everything unfolds in part 2. Levi and Jamkeeka don't know who they messing with. If you haven't read this book, you are missing out. Keep the bangers coming Diamond, 5⭐️ read
Diamond Johnson always delivers, this story will have you all in. I can't wait to see how everything unfolds in part 2. Levi and Jamkeeka don't know who they messing with. If you haven't read this book, you are missing out. Keep the bangers coming Diamond, 5⭐️ read
September 24, 2016
Man oh man!! Diamond's pen game is definitely one that keeps her readers attention. From page 1, I was hooked. The storyline and fast delivery left me wanting more. Jameeka is a slimy snake & i HATE Levi!!!! Seth is bae, and Dreka needs to allow him to be just that. On to part 2!!
September 3, 2016
This was good and can't wait on the next book my girl got a good man but that wife of his and her ex are a mess and can't wait until they get what's coming to them.
August 27, 2019
Very good introduction so far, and not corny!!!
So we have this somewhat mature group for this series and so far the introduction to each characters are good.
Seth is the epitome kingpin, drug dealer, alpha boss man who turned legit and his pushing forward with everything. Definitely bae.
Quandreka "Dreka" a strong beautiful woman, was dealt a playing card at the beginning, and for every action she made decisions based on what she felt and was left dealing with the consequences. Now, Very shrew, future planning, smarter planned decisions, responsible and keep her goals on lock and loaded.
Then you have the supporting friend from Marcel and Jay and Coco(whom that one hopefully is correct) to some known family members, her grandma(both parents died) to Sakeem and Seek mad his ole'girl and then there is Charisma.
Levi and Jameeka, I hope karma comes around the corner before they start doing too much damages.
So yeah, let's see how this going to roll...
So we have this somewhat mature group for this series and so far the introduction to each characters are good.
Seth is the epitome kingpin, drug dealer, alpha boss man who turned legit and his pushing forward with everything. Definitely bae.
Quandreka "Dreka" a strong beautiful woman, was dealt a playing card at the beginning, and for every action she made decisions based on what she felt and was left dealing with the consequences. Now, Very shrew, future planning, smarter planned decisions, responsible and keep her goals on lock and loaded.
Then you have the supporting friend from Marcel and Jay and Coco(whom that one hopefully is correct) to some known family members, her grandma(both parents died) to Sakeem and Seek mad his ole'girl and then there is Charisma.
Levi and Jameeka, I hope karma comes around the corner before they start doing too much damages.
So yeah, let's see how this going to roll...
October 8, 2019
Crazy!
I don't understand why some people feel that they can do and say whatever they want to people and have no consequences or feel that what their doing is not a problem when its clearly a problem. For Levi, jealousy is a very strong emotion that can get you killed. Now Jameeka has no sense. It's very hard when you break a man's heart. Most of the time there's no coming back from that. Let's hope the two of these two can put themselves in a better situation together, but highly doubt it, but Hopi g they will. Now Dreka I hope her and Seth can work things out. Great Read! ReneeG
I don't understand why some people feel that they can do and say whatever they want to people and have no consequences or feel that what their doing is not a problem when its clearly a problem. For Levi, jealousy is a very strong emotion that can get you killed. Now Jameeka has no sense. It's very hard when you break a man's heart. Most of the time there's no coming back from that. Let's hope the two of these two can put themselves in a better situation together, but highly doubt it, but Hopi g they will. Now Dreka I hope her and Seth can work things out. Great Read! ReneeG
October 27, 2018
Definitely an unexpected love
I wasn't sure with what to expect when I read this book but I'm glad I did. Everything about Dreka's life was real and I respected her hustle. When you're a young mother whose about her business you make your bread by any means necessary. When management changes at her job she and her boss find it hard to ignore the chemistry brewing between them. Seth has a situation that ends and nothing stops him from pursuing her. Dreka and Seth or testing the waters but this won't come easy. Can't wait to see things unfold in book two.
I wasn't sure with what to expect when I read this book but I'm glad I did. Everything about Dreka's life was real and I respected her hustle. When you're a young mother whose about her business you make your bread by any means necessary. When management changes at her job she and her boss find it hard to ignore the chemistry brewing between them. Seth has a situation that ends and nothing stops him from pursuing her. Dreka and Seth or testing the waters but this won't come easy. Can't wait to see things unfold in book two.
May 30, 2019
And the plot thickens!!!
I'm not understanding why Jameeka knows what kind of husband that Seth is, she stepped out on him, spent his money on her side dude Levi, and instead of leaving well enough alone she's trying to kill and rob him because he wants a divorce. He gave her a quarter of a million and she still wants more listening to a bum like Levi who won't even take care of his and Dreka's daughter named Charisma. Levi going to be in his feelings when he finds out that Seth and Dreka together.
I'm not understanding why Jameeka knows what kind of husband that Seth is, she stepped out on him, spent his money on her side dude Levi, and instead of leaving well enough alone she's trying to kill and rob him because he wants a divorce. He gave her a quarter of a million and she still wants more listening to a bum like Levi who won't even take care of his and Dreka's daughter named Charisma. Levi going to be in his feelings when he finds out that Seth and Dreka together.
December 5, 2022
Wow
This book is good so far its sad that Dreka had to go through that with her baby daddy. No child should be treated the way that Levi did her when he took her to his house. Jameeka she is something else and deserve everything she is getting for betrayal. Nobody should be that money hungry and careless. Now she made cuz her ex husband got eyes for someone else but yet she sure wasn't faithful to him when they was together tho. Dreka deserves to finally have happiness and I hope she realizes that as well.
This book is good so far its sad that Dreka had to go through that with her baby daddy. No child should be treated the way that Levi did her when he took her to his house. Jameeka she is something else and deserve everything she is getting for betrayal. Nobody should be that money hungry and careless. Now she made cuz her ex husband got eyes for someone else but yet she sure wasn't faithful to him when they was together tho. Dreka deserves to finally have happiness and I hope she realizes that as well.
November 5, 2018
Drama
No matter what Dreka profession is. She's a great mother. It's just a shame that the father of her daughter is a trifling mess. Levi is truly worthless. This fool don't deserve to be in his daughter's life. Jameeka is dumb as hell. I don't know what made her think that Seth wasn't going to find out what she was doing behind his back. Now she's bitter and out for revenge. Allowing someone just as dumb as her put a stupid plan in her head.
No matter what Dreka profession is. She's a great mother. It's just a shame that the father of her daughter is a trifling mess. Levi is truly worthless. This fool don't deserve to be in his daughter's life. Jameeka is dumb as hell. I don't know what made her think that Seth wasn't going to find out what she was doing behind his back. Now she's bitter and out for revenge. Allowing someone just as dumb as her put a stupid plan in her head.
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May 13, 2025
This book is extremely predictable. I initially thought that I didn’t like this book due to the style of writing just not being for me. I definitely acknowledge that I am not the intended audience but my dislike goes beyond that. The tone of the dialogue is extremely repetitive. The plot is extremely predictable and also incomplete. There is no reason beyond bad editing for this storyline to be split into two books.
October 25, 2018
Awesome story
I loved this book. It really showed how not all strippers think alike and they are just doing what they have to do to survive sometimes. Dreka was a wonderful parent even though she has a horrible baby dad. I loved Seth in this story also because he really portrays a real man who loves hard. I can’t wait for part 2.
I loved this book. It really showed how not all strippers think alike and they are just doing what they have to do to survive sometimes. Dreka was a wonderful parent even though she has a horrible baby dad. I loved Seth in this story also because he really portrays a real man who loves hard. I can’t wait for part 2.
March 1, 2024
a must read
Jameeka so selfish like how you going to take from your own husband thinking you were going to get away with what you did now that he sees you for the person you are now you want to get mad and plot to take him and his new love interest down I can’t wait to read Part 2 to see how all this going to play out
Jameeka so selfish like how you going to take from your own husband thinking you were going to get away with what you did now that he sees you for the person you are now you want to get mad and plot to take him and his new love interest down I can’t wait to read Part 2 to see how all this going to play out
October 26, 2017
Wow
Diamond I must say you did the damn thing with this one! I read this book in a matter of one day! I love Dreka and everything that she stands for! As for her baby daddy and his woman.. Mann they got it coming for them
Diamond I must say you did the damn thing with this one! I read this book in a matter of one day! I love Dreka and everything that she stands for! As for her baby daddy and his woman.. Mann they got it coming for them
November 27, 2017
This was an interesting and fun read for me. I liked how the author detailed the characters and showed their inner feelings about themselves and the people around them. I really found myself liking Dreka though I didn't initially think I would, and I like Seth
December 27, 2017
Amazing read
Omg this was a fast paced fun read. I immediately fell in love with Seth’s cockiness. I am so happy Dreka laid those hands on Jameeka. Next I hope Levi gets what he deserves.
Omg this was a fast paced fun read. I immediately fell in love with Seth’s cockiness. I am so happy Dreka laid those hands on Jameeka. Next I hope Levi gets what he deserves.
January 2, 2018
A start to something
This is definitely the right start to something good! I was skeptical at first that is why it took me so long to read this series. You will have to read this for yourself! On to the next one!
This is definitely the right start to something good! I was skeptical at first that is why it took me so long to read this series. You will have to read this for yourself! On to the next one!
January 29, 2018
Bomb
I loved the whole book. Not one dull moment! Levi was a real bum nigga I swear! Meeka is the dumbest wife I have ever been introduced to real shit! Dreka is a realist her only problem is she care about what others think... I'm on to the next book!
I loved the whole book. Not one dull moment! Levi was a real bum nigga I swear! Meeka is the dumbest wife I have ever been introduced to real shit! Dreka is a realist her only problem is she care about what others think... I'm on to the next book!
April 23, 2018
Diamond Johnson always write books that holds my attention from the beginning to the end. In this story, she showed how you can leave one toxic situation and develop another relationship that can help lead you to love, success, and help you realize your worth.
May 12, 2018
Awesome Read!!
Dreka and Seth are made for each other and Seth knew from the beginning. Levi and Jameeka are dumb and dumber. Levi has got to be the sorriest man that I read about in along time. When the relationships are revealed, all Hell is going to break loose!!
Dreka and Seth are made for each other and Seth knew from the beginning. Levi and Jameeka are dumb and dumber. Levi has got to be the sorriest man that I read about in along time. When the relationships are revealed, all Hell is going to break loose!!
August 11, 2018
OMG so serious
I loved Dreka and Seth love story. Betrayal hate and pain disloyalty. Will they stay the distance and stay together. Ex-wife plotting against Seth as well as Dreaka demise. Jealous hurt and resentment.
I loved Dreka and Seth love story. Betrayal hate and pain disloyalty. Will they stay the distance and stay together. Ex-wife plotting against Seth as well as Dreaka demise. Jealous hurt and resentment.
October 5, 2021
The storyline.. My goodness
The storyline was interesting. The execution left me scratching my head a few times. I get it's urban. At least give me something to hang my thoughts on... Give me a something to think about.
The storyline was interesting. The execution left me scratching my head a few times. I get it's urban. At least give me something to hang my thoughts on... Give me a something to think about.
March 10, 2022
great read
I find it so funny how Jameeka blames Dreaka for her failed marriage when she was the one doing the dirt and got caught. And Levi is one dirty ninja to treat his daughter the way that he does. Great read ready to see what happens next.
I find it so funny how Jameeka blames Dreaka for her failed marriage when she was the one doing the dirt and got caught. And Levi is one dirty ninja to treat his daughter the way that he does. Great read ready to see what happens next.
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