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Wrecked
When Edy arrives at Louisiana State University, she soon discovers it takes more than talent to stay in her fellow dancers’ good graces. Meanwhile, Hassan’s status as a newbie freshman means that anytime not practicing is spent steering clear of pranks, cramming every play into his skull, and changing his mind again and again about whether to do that double major. Football, dance, and classes keep him and Edy apart more than together, and in the freedom of a thousand-mile distance from their parents, Edy discovers a wild, free spirit…one that doesn’t sit well with Hassan. But there’s a moody, unapologetic bad boy who likes it more than a little. He goes from irritating Edy to intriguing her. Oh, and yes, he’s a dancer. Finally, there’s Wyatt, in Baton Rouge without an explanation. Freshman year is ricocheting out of control fast as obligations and accusations take their toll. In a world like this, one wrong move is enough for everything Edy and Hassan have worked for to get wrecked.
- GenresInterracial Romance
410 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 25, 2017
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Shewanda Pugh
9 books248 followersShewanda Pugh's a tomboy who's been writing romance since an inappropriate age. While she's been shortlisted for a few awards and snagged a bestsellers list or two, there's nothing she enjoys more than hearing from her readers.
In another life, she earned a BA from Alabama A&M University and an MA in Writing from Nova Southeastern University. Though a hardcore native of Boston, MA, she now lives in Miami, FL, where she sulks in the sunshine, guzzles coffee, and puzzles over her next novel.
In another life, she earned a BA from Alabama A&M University and an MA in Writing from Nova Southeastern University. Though a hardcore native of Boston, MA, she now lives in Miami, FL, where she sulks in the sunshine, guzzles coffee, and puzzles over her next novel.
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March 3, 2017
I was a bit disappointed at the ending of this book because I thought this was the last book of this series (thought it was a trilogy). The end, though very nice and romantic was not enough for me. I needed more, so I wrote to the author who said I can "anticipate more of them", that made my day.
I'm glad Edy left for college, it just seemed like her family life at home was in shambles. There were so many unanswered questions concerning her parents. Okay, it was obvious they were getting a divorce, how was this going to affect Edy? How was it going to affect her Dad. Edy's mother didn't seem like she even possessed a maternal bone in her body.
Hassan and Edy go to college and discover that even though they're in the same place, they hardly get to see each other. They both have so much to prove to get to the place they want, not only to themselves but to others.
Throw in some wild parties, Hassan's arranged fiancé, Wyatt's sudden appearance, temptation in the form of Silas, Rani (Hassan's spiteful mother). These people were doing my head in.
I loved that Hassan gave credit to Edy's dad (Nathan) for teaching him how to play and to Edy, she has always been in his corner.
I'm glad Edy left for college, it just seemed like her family life at home was in shambles. There were so many unanswered questions concerning her parents. Okay, it was obvious they were getting a divorce, how was this going to affect Edy? How was it going to affect her Dad. Edy's mother didn't seem like she even possessed a maternal bone in her body.
Hassan and Edy go to college and discover that even though they're in the same place, they hardly get to see each other. They both have so much to prove to get to the place they want, not only to themselves but to others.
Throw in some wild parties, Hassan's arranged fiancé, Wyatt's sudden appearance, temptation in the form of Silas, Rani (Hassan's spiteful mother). These people were doing my head in.
I loved that Hassan gave credit to Edy's dad (Nathan) for teaching him how to play and to Edy, she has always been in his corner.
May 28, 2017
Unanswered questions...
The 4 is for the series as a whole, if based on the last book alone I would have given a 2 star rating, because the ending of this book was horrible. I agree with another reviewer that an epilogue should've been added. There are so many unanswered questions with this ending. She ended the book with the relationship with Renu and Edy still in turmoil. Hassan said at one point that Edy looked at his mother longing for the relationship they once had. So, were they able to repair their relationship or are they still at odds with each other. Also, during the entire series the author included their friends in the book as much as the main characters, so I would have liked to know whenever happened with them and also her new friends. What happened with the relationship with Edy and mom? An epilogue would have been able to answer all those questions. This was the first time I've read anything by this author and I would try another book by her.
The 4 is for the series as a whole, if based on the last book alone I would have given a 2 star rating, because the ending of this book was horrible. I agree with another reviewer that an epilogue should've been added. There are so many unanswered questions with this ending. She ended the book with the relationship with Renu and Edy still in turmoil. Hassan said at one point that Edy looked at his mother longing for the relationship they once had. So, were they able to repair their relationship or are they still at odds with each other. Also, during the entire series the author included their friends in the book as much as the main characters, so I would have liked to know whenever happened with them and also her new friends. What happened with the relationship with Edy and mom? An epilogue would have been able to answer all those questions. This was the first time I've read anything by this author and I would try another book by her.
November 7, 2017
OMG!!!
Shewanda, you had me thinking the worst thoughts!. I stayed on the edge of my seat during the end of this book, thinking the worst. This story has been very well written , suspense even though it wasn't scary or murderous. Wyatt! Needs to be committed!!! I can't take him anymore. He made me so angry with his desperation! Boy get on with your life!. I'm very impressed as you had me fooled though. I was rooting for Edy and Hassan each page I turned. Thank you!
Shewanda, you had me thinking the worst thoughts!. I stayed on the edge of my seat during the end of this book, thinking the worst. This story has been very well written , suspense even though it wasn't scary or murderous. Wyatt! Needs to be committed!!! I can't take him anymore. He made me so angry with his desperation! Boy get on with your life!. I'm very impressed as you had me fooled though. I was rooting for Edy and Hassan each page I turned. Thank you!
March 6, 2024
This was crazy!
If the other books in this series were exasperating, this was mostly infuriating. My husband was driving while I absolutely devoured each line. For a second, just a second, I thought to throw my phone out the window! Twists and turns and... Whew!
I hope this isn't the last I'll hear about the couple that I hate to love. All jokes aside, your writing is phenomenal.
If the other books in this series were exasperating, this was mostly infuriating. My husband was driving while I absolutely devoured each line. For a second, just a second, I thought to throw my phone out the window! Twists and turns and... Whew!
I hope this isn't the last I'll hear about the couple that I hate to love. All jokes aside, your writing is phenomenal.
March 2, 2017
*** Spoilers***
I had been waiting for a while for this book to come out. Finally, it arrived. The last episodes we left off with Hassan and Edy making the decision to attend LSU. Edy's parents of course were not happy about this decision.
This book basically covers Hassan and Edy's first semester in college. While the book was well written, I was so confused on so many things. In the last book, Wyatt shows up at LSU to rescue Edy out of an unexpected jam. In this book, Edy and Hassan try to maintain their relationship which neither set of their parents want. Which honestly, there seems to different reasons for each parent. Rani, Rebecca, Nathan, and Ali all have a reasons for not wanting these two to be together. Rani's reasons seems to be stuck on tradition, Ali seems to have a hard time because he loves Edy as if she were is own daughter and I also believe for a strange secret reason as well (Nathan). Nathan for whatever reason is going through a werewolf change.... *Kanye shrug* He can't really speak with Edy but loves Hassan as his own and again, I truly believe he is keeping a secret (Ali).
Wyatt, Wyatt, Wyatt..... I love a good villain in a story. They could just be selfish and evil or they could have been once an innocent good person and something changes them. Wyatt was the latter. What I don't understand is why exactly was Wyatt in this book? Was it to show that his mental state was much dire than we all previously thought? Wyatt's whole story line from the first book until now makes me confused. I am not sure he really got any vindication or what is his real ending. Sort of like Lottie being introduced to this story and there seems to be a lot more going on with Wyatt and his family that needs to be explored.
Mala, Rani, Hassan, Ali and the engagement that is still left with an unanswered questions. There is something that is mentioned about Hassan's arrangement that seems to go unanswered or maybe it was answered but seems like it could be taken up another in book. Rebecca and Nathan also have a story to tell. From the beginning of this series, I am wondering how they even ended up married with a kid. I also feel there is some story to dive into there as well. Also Ali and Nathan's ' friendship'. Even though I enjoyed the drama of this book, Edy and Hassan relationship or more of Edy and Hassan didn't seem to grow as adults yet. Maybe this was the appropriate age for the number of misunderstandings without talking ( Even with the number of times they could have text each other)
If I am not mistaken, this is suppose to be the final book in this series. In all honesty, I hope that I am wrong.
I had been waiting for a while for this book to come out. Finally, it arrived. The last episodes we left off with Hassan and Edy making the decision to attend LSU. Edy's parents of course were not happy about this decision.
This book basically covers Hassan and Edy's first semester in college. While the book was well written, I was so confused on so many things. In the last book, Wyatt shows up at LSU to rescue Edy out of an unexpected jam. In this book, Edy and Hassan try to maintain their relationship which neither set of their parents want. Which honestly, there seems to different reasons for each parent. Rani, Rebecca, Nathan, and Ali all have a reasons for not wanting these two to be together. Rani's reasons seems to be stuck on tradition, Ali seems to have a hard time because he loves Edy as if she were is own daughter and I also believe for a strange secret reason as well (Nathan). Nathan for whatever reason is going through a werewolf change.... *Kanye shrug* He can't really speak with Edy but loves Hassan as his own and again, I truly believe he is keeping a secret (Ali).
Wyatt, Wyatt, Wyatt..... I love a good villain in a story. They could just be selfish and evil or they could have been once an innocent good person and something changes them. Wyatt was the latter. What I don't understand is why exactly was Wyatt in this book? Was it to show that his mental state was much dire than we all previously thought? Wyatt's whole story line from the first book until now makes me confused. I am not sure he really got any vindication or what is his real ending. Sort of like Lottie being introduced to this story and there seems to be a lot more going on with Wyatt and his family that needs to be explored.
Mala, Rani, Hassan, Ali and the engagement that is still left with an unanswered questions. There is something that is mentioned about Hassan's arrangement that seems to go unanswered or maybe it was answered but seems like it could be taken up another in book. Rebecca and Nathan also have a story to tell. From the beginning of this series, I am wondering how they even ended up married with a kid. I also feel there is some story to dive into there as well. Also Ali and Nathan's ' friendship'. Even though I enjoyed the drama of this book, Edy and Hassan relationship or more of Edy and Hassan didn't seem to grow as adults yet. Maybe this was the appropriate age for the number of misunderstandings without talking ( Even with the number of times they could have text each other)
If I am not mistaken, this is suppose to be the final book in this series. In all honesty, I hope that I am wrong.
February 16, 2020
Love Edy
This was a great series! I love the friendship Hassan and Edy has from the beginning and I loved how the authoress wove a real depiction of how life can sometimes pull you this way and that way but you eventually find yourself and the loves you once knew. I’ve read a few other books from her but this if the best so far. I can’t wait to read others.
This was a great series! I love the friendship Hassan and Edy has from the beginning and I loved how the authoress wove a real depiction of how life can sometimes pull you this way and that way but you eventually find yourself and the loves you once knew. I’ve read a few other books from her but this if the best so far. I can’t wait to read others.
May 4, 2017
4.5/5.0
"Wrecked" is plot-driven; the author moves her characters from one conflict to another.
Read full review in the 2017 May issue of InD'tale Magazine.
"Wrecked" is plot-driven; the author moves her characters from one conflict to another.
Read full review in the 2017 May issue of InD'tale Magazine.
March 2, 2021
Disappointed
The first two books were good so I was looking forward to the end of the story. It was not as good as the previous reads and probably was more suited for a younger crowd.
The first two books were good so I was looking forward to the end of the story. It was not as good as the previous reads and probably was more suited for a younger crowd.
August 24, 2017
Great ending.
This was a great book to a wonderful series. I liked how this book showed more of the guy point of view. I couldn't ask for a better ending.
This was a great book to a wonderful series. I liked how this book showed more of the guy point of view. I couldn't ask for a better ending.
August 25, 2021
3.5
The ending was rushed, and it felt unfinished.
The ending was rushed, and it felt unfinished.
October 27, 2021
Review to follow...soon.
March 3, 2017
Where do I even begin?? Edy and Hassan, absolutely can not get enough of them! When I think of the perfect couple, they're the exact opposite of what I picture, but it works. Man, does it work. Their banter, their love, their pain, their joy - just them. This book takes us to college with the couple and shows how they live their lives as "adults." Turns out, "adulting" isn't all it's cracked up to be.
Edy somewhat loses herself trying to fit in with the Lady Tigers. She does things that I wouldn't have expected of her, but it goes to show how kids let themselves be changed, even just a little, so that they can fit in or make the most of their situation. She runs into so many obstacles, money, friends, OTHER BOYS! It's no wonder the name of this book is Wrecked, it's perfect.
Hassan is still Hassan and although he was entirely clueless about the Mala situation, he's still the book boyfriend that I'd totally be a cougar for (don't judge, I know you're thinking the same thing). I hated when he felt helpless. When he knew Edy needed him and there was nothing he could do about it. I also hated when he was a complete guy and made Edy feel like she wasn't the most important thing in the world to him. College was a challenge for them and although they went in with open minds and knowing that their time together would be very limited, it still caught them off guard. However, their stolen moments were amazingly beautiful.
Wyatt...I don't even...seriously, Wyatt, WTF??? I was so happy when he showed up. I was thinking he would be redeemed, be vindicated and they could all at least be cordial, even if it was a hostile cordial. I thought Wyatt was...saved? I don't want to give too much away and hopefully this isn't a spoiler, but I'm so very disappointed. And why was Lottie there??? Can't we just get rid of her? Like, write her into an insane asylum, maybe with Wyatt?
I can't even comment of their parents. All of them were just plain weirdos this entire book. Except Rani. She was still just her evil traditionalist self.
There's no way I could end this without mentioning Hassan's teammates. Pure mischief and all around laughs no matter what scene they're in. They made me simultaneously miss the Dyson twins and be ok with them not being around.
Overall, this book was amazing and I've come to expect nothing less from this author. I'm looking forward to the next installment...hint, hint.
Edy somewhat loses herself trying to fit in with the Lady Tigers. She does things that I wouldn't have expected of her, but it goes to show how kids let themselves be changed, even just a little, so that they can fit in or make the most of their situation. She runs into so many obstacles, money, friends, OTHER BOYS! It's no wonder the name of this book is Wrecked, it's perfect.
Hassan is still Hassan and although he was entirely clueless about the Mala situation, he's still the book boyfriend that I'd totally be a cougar for (don't judge, I know you're thinking the same thing). I hated when he felt helpless. When he knew Edy needed him and there was nothing he could do about it. I also hated when he was a complete guy and made Edy feel like she wasn't the most important thing in the world to him. College was a challenge for them and although they went in with open minds and knowing that their time together would be very limited, it still caught them off guard. However, their stolen moments were amazingly beautiful.
Wyatt...I don't even...seriously, Wyatt, WTF??? I was so happy when he showed up. I was thinking he would be redeemed, be vindicated and they could all at least be cordial, even if it was a hostile cordial. I thought Wyatt was...saved? I don't want to give too much away and hopefully this isn't a spoiler, but I'm so very disappointed. And why was Lottie there??? Can't we just get rid of her? Like, write her into an insane asylum, maybe with Wyatt?
I can't even comment of their parents. All of them were just plain weirdos this entire book. Except Rani. She was still just her evil traditionalist self.
There's no way I could end this without mentioning Hassan's teammates. Pure mischief and all around laughs no matter what scene they're in. They made me simultaneously miss the Dyson twins and be ok with them not being around.
Overall, this book was amazing and I've come to expect nothing less from this author. I'm looking forward to the next installment...hint, hint.
December 20, 2017
3.50 stars for the 3rd installment of Love Edy. I like elements of this installment; but there is an equal number of elements that failed to move the storyline and that depicted behavior of Edy that was inconsistent with her nature as it had been developed in earlier installments of the series. Here-to-for, Edy had been presented as a self assured ,strong willed independent thinking young lady with a high moral compass. The idea that she would allow girls she didn't recently meet to change her dress code and turn her into a borderline alcohol consuming slut; or that she would be attracted to a young man who verbally abused and demeaned her just because he was in her dance class, was baffling and grated against my nerves. Even more baffling and confusing is Wyatt. It was like reading two stories, one about Edy and Hassan and their family and another about Wyatt and his family. His story had little to do with the protagonist except for rare and meaningless intrusions to the storyline. I like and would have enjoyed more about how Rani, Hassan's mother, and the Bathlars, the family into which Hassan was to marry, work to make Hassan agree to marry Mala. I would like to know more about how he released himself from that bethathal. Ultimalely, I am happy that Edy and Hassan announced their engagement at his Heinemann Trophy Ceremony .
March 11, 2017
Well worth the wait
Loved the book. Couldn't put it down. Hopefully there is a book 4 coming in the very near future.
Loved the book. Couldn't put it down. Hopefully there is a book 4 coming in the very near future.
March 8, 2017
Great Story!
Well written trilogy. The story and characters were well developed. I want to more characters to have their own books. The author has created a community and I want to know all a characters in Boston and at LSU.
Well written trilogy. The story and characters were well developed. I want to more characters to have their own books. The author has created a community and I want to know all a characters in Boston and at LSU.
March 4, 2017
Not Enough Cake
Is this the end of Edy and Hassan ' s story? It read like it, but as a reader of the series since the beginning. I am left sitting here wondering where is the epilogue. It is rare that I feel like as a reader I am due that.
Silas was an Ugly Beast, but gentle and kind at the same time. I fell for him. Maybe well see him down the road. His own book possibly.
My goodness Wyatt. He never really had a chance. He was really a victim of his own circumstances.
Is this the end of Edy and Hassan ' s story? It read like it, but as a reader of the series since the beginning. I am left sitting here wondering where is the epilogue. It is rare that I feel like as a reader I am due that.
Silas was an Ugly Beast, but gentle and kind at the same time. I fell for him. Maybe well see him down the road. His own book possibly.
My goodness Wyatt. He never really had a chance. He was really a victim of his own circumstances.
March 3, 2017
Good story
I really enjoy reading about Hassan and Edy , I was a bit frustrated with them both in this book, but I enjoyed the story nevertheless. I hope Wyatt gets his life together I would really prefer for his ending not to be tragic. Anyway good job. Can't wait for book 4.
I really enjoy reading about Hassan and Edy , I was a bit frustrated with them both in this book, but I enjoyed the story nevertheless. I hope Wyatt gets his life together I would really prefer for his ending not to be tragic. Anyway good job. Can't wait for book 4.
June 3, 2020
After the shocking bomb that was dropped in the sequel I needed to know how the pieces were going to crumble and be put back together in the last book. I was more than a little shook and wanted to know Edy and Hassan. This book gave an inside look at how how their relationship will stand the test of college and their parents.
I knew something with their family and other things were going to happen. Hassan did act like a jerk and then try not to play those mind games with Edy, because of his insecurities. I’m glad Edy despite the kickback to got from Hassan’s mom didn’t deter her during her relationship Hassan. I like the way he trilogy came to a close though I’m mamute there will be a short novella for the events that closed the book so I can be satisfied.
I knew something with their family and other things were going to happen. Hassan did act like a jerk and then try not to play those mind games with Edy, because of his insecurities. I’m glad Edy despite the kickback to got from Hassan’s mom didn’t deter her during her relationship Hassan. I like the way he trilogy came to a close though I’m mamute there will be a short novella for the events that closed the book so I can be satisfied.
March 27, 2017
Exceptional
Eddy and Hassan may be young but they went through a lot of heartache and angst to stay a couple. I hope there's more to the story.
Eddy and Hassan may be young but they went through a lot of heartache and angst to stay a couple. I hope there's more to the story.
April 30, 2017
Wrecked In Deed!
This last book totally wrecked me! I've never been on so many emotional highs and lows in a story before, but I loved every minute of it. I would've give more stars if available.
I love the way the story allowed Edy and Hassan to grow. Grow up, apart, but not completely away from each other. Through it all true love is built on a solid unbreakable foundation. No matter the obstacles, test and trials it still prevails.
Overall, I loved all three books and recommend them to anyone who is a true romantic.
This last book totally wrecked me! I've never been on so many emotional highs and lows in a story before, but I loved every minute of it. I would've give more stars if available.
I love the way the story allowed Edy and Hassan to grow. Grow up, apart, but not completely away from each other. Through it all true love is built on a solid unbreakable foundation. No matter the obstacles, test and trials it still prevails.
Overall, I loved all three books and recommend them to anyone who is a true romantic.
May 2, 2017
Couldn't put it down
Omg I was worried about this book. I had to put it down especially when I saw Wyatt was going to be in the book. I was tired of his tail. Uuggghh
But I see what other readers was saying it seems this series isn't over. There is a couple of characters I would like to know what happen to them.
Omg I was worried about this book. I had to put it down especially when I saw Wyatt was going to be in the book. I was tired of his tail. Uuggghh
But I see what other readers was saying it seems this series isn't over. There is a couple of characters I would like to know what happen to them.
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