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Then There Was Us: A Ghetto Love In Detroit
Raised up in the corrupt city of Detroit with two crackhead parents, Yemi & her big sister Sable were forced to grow up at a young age. Life had never been fair to either of them, but the only way from down was up. When the unimaginable occurs, Yemi loses all hope, sending her over the edge of sanity.
Unlike his brothers, Azar’s attention was on things other than drug dealing and killing. His primary focus was on becoming a professional boxer, and his remarkable record was sure to land him exactly where he wanted to be. That is, if the lifestyle that the people around him lived didn't get in the way of it.
During his pursuit of success, the young and lost Yemi Daniels comes into his life. Hopeless and with the will to die, Yemi gives Azar no other choice but to save her. Thing is, Yemi didn't want to be saved. She wanted nothing more than to be left alone to sulk in her own sorrows. When a high school friend resurfaces, everything changes, and she finds hope in a life she had lost all hope in.
Unlike his brothers, Azar’s attention was on things other than drug dealing and killing. His primary focus was on becoming a professional boxer, and his remarkable record was sure to land him exactly where he wanted to be. That is, if the lifestyle that the people around him lived didn't get in the way of it.
During his pursuit of success, the young and lost Yemi Daniels comes into his life. Hopeless and with the will to die, Yemi gives Azar no other choice but to save her. Thing is, Yemi didn't want to be saved. She wanted nothing more than to be left alone to sulk in her own sorrows. When a high school friend resurfaces, everything changes, and she finds hope in a life she had lost all hope in.
142 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 11, 2016
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Miss Candice
122 books528 followersFor as long as Miss Candice could remember, writing has been her passion. In the beginning, she wrote poetry. Later on in life, when she was about thirteen years old, she was introduced to fanfiction.
The Coldest Winter Ever was the first urban fiction book she read. It wast then when she took Fanfiction to another level. She perfected her writing skills, and began to write Urban fanfiction. At first, writing was something she did in her spare time. Something that was therapeutic to her. Never in a million years, did she think she would become a published author, although it has always been a dream of hers.
Now, at the age of twenty-eight, she's penned over ten bestselling novels with many more to come.
In addition to writing, She's also CEO and founder of Miss Candice Presents.
http://www.authormisscandice.com
The Coldest Winter Ever was the first urban fiction book she read. It wast then when she took Fanfiction to another level. She perfected her writing skills, and began to write Urban fanfiction. At first, writing was something she did in her spare time. Something that was therapeutic to her. Never in a million years, did she think she would become a published author, although it has always been a dream of hers.
Now, at the age of twenty-eight, she's penned over ten bestselling novels with many more to come.
In addition to writing, She's also CEO and founder of Miss Candice Presents.
http://www.authormisscandice.com
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December 16, 2016
It was a bit slow in the beginning, but ended with me wanting more.
January 7, 2018
Heartbreaking phenomenal writing
From beginning to end I was totally hooked and swept into Yemi’s life, rooting like hell for her. Looking for her to have a Phoenix rising experience. Purchase part 2 to see how she fares and if she finally finds the kind of love that doesn’t suck her soul dry.
From beginning to end I was totally hooked and swept into Yemi’s life, rooting like hell for her. Looking for her to have a Phoenix rising experience. Purchase part 2 to see how she fares and if she finally finds the kind of love that doesn’t suck her soul dry.
February 6, 2017
Ummm
Book was good Yemi was pissing me off she Lowkey didn't appreciate anything her sister brought her her or tried to do I feel bad she lost sable I hope part two will answer some questions I have
Book was good Yemi was pissing me off she Lowkey didn't appreciate anything her sister brought her her or tried to do I feel bad she lost sable I hope part two will answer some questions I have
January 2, 2017
Cool book
I just hate books that have a "to be continued" this will be my last time reading her books!
Its was a good read though! I literally feel like I know how this will end.
I just hate books that have a "to be continued" this will be my last time reading her books!
Its was a good read though! I literally feel like I know how this will end.
June 10, 2017
Great
Loving the beginning of this series. I'm hoping that Yemi gets her life right. Hopefully Azar can save her. On to book 2
Loving the beginning of this series. I'm hoping that Yemi gets her life right. Hopefully Azar can save her. On to book 2
August 23, 2017
Cool
This book was cool,short but cool.glad I was able to go directly to book number two.hoping things will get a little faster
This book was cool,short but cool.glad I was able to go directly to book number two.hoping things will get a little faster
September 21, 2017
Omg
This was a great book. I love Miss Candice's book. I hate how Sable and Yemi Aunt treated them. Can't wait to read pt 2 and find out what happens to Yemi nd Azar!!!
This was a great book. I love Miss Candice's book. I hate how Sable and Yemi Aunt treated them. Can't wait to read pt 2 and find out what happens to Yemi nd Azar!!!
November 5, 2017
Ok ok ok
I like it so let's see what 2 has to offer. I would recommend it to readers.Good job so far
I like it so let's see what 2 has to offer. I would recommend it to readers.Good job so far
January 5, 2017
Ok read
This book was sad as hell. Sable and Yemi struggle was a ridiculous and that aunt and uncle won't bout nothing. Sable was a warrior though so that tragedy was very emotional. Yemi's way of coping was a natural reaction, and as much as Azar tried, you can't save someone who doesn't want to be. It took me a few to get into this book though, because it did seems like the it kept repeating. It's understood that Azar has his feeling so I wish the story had really opened Yemi up to really knowing. Her outcome wasn't a bad one but I hoping to see Yemi start to see herself, hopefully part 2 will cover that and put more love in the story.
This book was sad as hell. Sable and Yemi struggle was a ridiculous and that aunt and uncle won't bout nothing. Sable was a warrior though so that tragedy was very emotional. Yemi's way of coping was a natural reaction, and as much as Azar tried, you can't save someone who doesn't want to be. It took me a few to get into this book though, because it did seems like the it kept repeating. It's understood that Azar has his feeling so I wish the story had really opened Yemi up to really knowing. Her outcome wasn't a bad one but I hoping to see Yemi start to see herself, hopefully part 2 will cover that and put more love in the story.
December 23, 2018
When I say a tear-jerker, this was just that. I couldn’t keep my eyes clear enough during the parts with Yemi and Sable. Even long after that I was messed up following along with Yemi and her struggle. I didn’t really understand why she reacted the way she did but something connected that pulls you right on in. The ending was a mess, if she was on that from the jump I would’ve passed this one right on up but seeing where she had been coming from I was ready for her to make it by any means at that point. I have to read the next one.
December 12, 2016
One of ma new favorite books now!!!!
I can't wait for part 2, its different n I love it Miss Candice. I hope babygirl get her self together
I can't wait for part 2, its different n I love it Miss Candice. I hope babygirl get her self together
January 6, 2017
Hmmmm
This book was good I was expecting it to move a little faster. It had a slew start and it stayed bad throughout. I mean nothing to smile about with poor Yemi and it ended going downhill as well. So with that being said I hope the love story begins in the next book because I don't thing I can stomach anymore heartbreak for one girl.
This book was good I was expecting it to move a little faster. It had a slew start and it stayed bad throughout. I mean nothing to smile about with poor Yemi and it ended going downhill as well. So with that being said I hope the love story begins in the next book because I don't thing I can stomach anymore heartbreak for one girl.
December 14, 2016
Talk about an emotional heart warming book. Man this book really had me crying I had to stop and take a breather. Great book hands down
December 15, 2016
Great read. I hope Yemi puts her pride to the side and allows Azar to help her. I knew Raquel was no good. Azar is babe! Miss Candice never disappoints. Patiently waiting on part 2.
December 18, 2016
Shocker
This book was actually really good. I didn't expect that. I gave it 4 out of 5 for spelling and a couple inconsistencies. Im looking forward to pt.2 though.
This book was actually really good. I didn't expect that. I gave it 4 out of 5 for spelling and a couple inconsistencies. Im looking forward to pt.2 though.
December 20, 2016
Good book
This was a good book, I just felt so sorry for Yemi. She had a hard life, I hope she let's Azar be there for her.
This was a good book, I just felt so sorry for Yemi. She had a hard life, I hope she let's Azar be there for her.
January 13, 2017
Really good!!
This book was good from beginning to end! I hope yemi gets on her business and nothing happens to Adar!
This book was good from beginning to end! I hope yemi gets on her business and nothing happens to Adar!
March 24, 2017
Like it!
I love Azar! I hope Yemi can stay clear from the bs, I want them to be together and for her to become a publisher and writer. I know losing her sister was the worst.
I love Azar! I hope Yemi can stay clear from the bs, I want them to be together and for her to become a publisher and writer. I know losing her sister was the worst.
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