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Black Tonya
Tonya Heart was born with two strikes against her; one being a drug addicted mother who would rather coddle a crack-pipe than nurture her own child and two, an absentee father whom she wouldn’t recognize if she passed him on the streets. A victim of circumstance and deemed to be another poverty-stricken statistic, the odds were stacked against her and the hand Tonya was dealt since birth- displayed little to no hope. However, despite the forces against her and her lack of resources, Tonya managed to shuffle the deck and flip the cards in her favor. She learned to survive in the grimy streets of Chicago and gave herself a life her parents never could. Although she was the product of two beautiful disasters, there was a silver lining amongst the dark clouds; her grandmother and when she sees Tonya swaying in the wrong direction, she decides to step in. Determined not to lose her granddaughter to the streets, she ships her off to Atlanta with the hope of Tonya staying on the “straight and narrow”. But like a moth to a flame, Tonya seems to attract trouble and before long she’s caught in a twisted and deadly web that sends her running for comfort, in the only city she’s ever truly called home.
Back in Chicago things are finally looking up as Tonya learns the truth about the man whom help conceive her and discovers he left her a small fortune. After all her pain and trials, Tonya finally feels she’s living the life she deserves. But when a new man forces his way into her world, will Tonya lose everything she’s gained, including her sanity? Or will the stranger help her become an even better woman?
In Black Tonya, discover what happens when one woman’s dirty-little-secrets and family affairs catch up with her; and witness how that same woman’s determination to survive, led her down a path of pain, love, deceit and so much more. This African American, urban-romance by Patrice Balark and presented by Cole Hart, will keep you flipping pages from start to finish and leave you in shock.
Back in Chicago things are finally looking up as Tonya learns the truth about the man whom help conceive her and discovers he left her a small fortune. After all her pain and trials, Tonya finally feels she’s living the life she deserves. But when a new man forces his way into her world, will Tonya lose everything she’s gained, including her sanity? Or will the stranger help her become an even better woman?
In Black Tonya, discover what happens when one woman’s dirty-little-secrets and family affairs catch up with her; and witness how that same woman’s determination to survive, led her down a path of pain, love, deceit and so much more. This African American, urban-romance by Patrice Balark and presented by Cole Hart, will keep you flipping pages from start to finish and leave you in shock.
202 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 24, 2017
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February 26, 2017
That ending tho!
That ending tho! I can't believe that it ended like that. I did not see that coming. Poor Tonya just couldn't catch a break. She has gone through so much on her young life. Every time she overcomes one obstacle, and things seem to be back on track, something else is thrown in her path. I hope that things get better for her in part 2, and that Tone gets what he deserves. He made me wanted to choke him until his eyes popped out for the way that he treated her.
That ending tho! I can't believe that it ended like that. I did not see that coming. Poor Tonya just couldn't catch a break. She has gone through so much on her young life. Every time she overcomes one obstacle, and things seem to be back on track, something else is thrown in her path. I hope that things get better for her in part 2, and that Tone gets what he deserves. He made me wanted to choke him until his eyes popped out for the way that he treated her.
April 20, 2017
Definitely impressed. This read flowed and kept my attention. Patrice has not disappointed me yet.
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February 26, 2017
Wow!
1st read by Patrice Balark. This was an exciting story as Tonya's life seemed to change overnight. Characters interesting & full of drama! Jazz was a great role model to Tonya, much better than her mother...Tone was evil. I was hoping Tonya would hang in there with Chris. Ending was surprising & totally unexpected! Looking forward to next part
1st read by Patrice Balark. This was an exciting story as Tonya's life seemed to change overnight. Characters interesting & full of drama! Jazz was a great role model to Tonya, much better than her mother...Tone was evil. I was hoping Tonya would hang in there with Chris. Ending was surprising & totally unexpected! Looking forward to next part
June 17, 2017
Interesting read
1st time reading this author. I enjoyed the storyline and the characters. The story kept my attention. I had to know what would happen next. That ending surprised me. The only bad thing about the book was errors. That takes away from the story. I will read the next book though.
1st time reading this author. I enjoyed the storyline and the characters. The story kept my attention. I had to know what would happen next. That ending surprised me. The only bad thing about the book was errors. That takes away from the story. I will read the next book though.
May 19, 2017
Wow
She has a crack head mom and never really had her father in her life, and had an aunt that took her in but really didn't like her. She has an affair with her aunts boyfriend and gets pregnant and has a miscarriage, she goes home when she finds out her dad died, her life gets better from that time on until she runs into her ex lover and finds out that he has aids, does she have it also, have to read part 2
She has a crack head mom and never really had her father in her life, and had an aunt that took her in but really didn't like her. She has an affair with her aunts boyfriend and gets pregnant and has a miscarriage, she goes home when she finds out her dad died, her life gets better from that time on until she runs into her ex lover and finds out that he has aids, does she have it also, have to read part 2
March 16, 2018
OMG! CLIFFHANGER BANGER
Tonya done been to the hospital a few times so I don't this is going to be her next part of life for her. I want to see the old Tonya come back though surviving by any means necessary cause Tone has to go. Let's see how things turn out for her and Chris. I love that her dad never forgot her or left her out. Him and Jas put her on. This was so good can't wait for part 2
Tonya done been to the hospital a few times so I don't this is going to be her next part of life for her. I want to see the old Tonya come back though surviving by any means necessary cause Tone has to go. Let's see how things turn out for her and Chris. I love that her dad never forgot her or left her out. Him and Jas put her on. This was so good can't wait for part 2
December 16, 2018
Work of aet
Black Tonya was dealt messed up had, but she played it to the fullest. Tone needs mental help. Chris is nice fit for Tonya. I hope Dre didn't mess up her young life. I feel that Dre is a pedophile and preyed on Tonya because 17 is not an adult. Part 2 needs to drop soon. Great work Patrice Balark
Black Tonya was dealt messed up had, but she played it to the fullest. Tone needs mental help. Chris is nice fit for Tonya. I hope Dre didn't mess up her young life. I feel that Dre is a pedophile and preyed on Tonya because 17 is not an adult. Part 2 needs to drop soon. Great work Patrice Balark
March 1, 2017
Page Turner
Great page turner.. Tonya endured alot from the different men in her life. I think maybe her and Monte could have had a decent relationship if she hadn't ran off. But Chris was a real gentlemen. I hope that he doesn't get caught up in any mess with Tonya. Tone was just abusive and crazy. Then that ending honey, l hope she doesn't have Aids.
Great page turner.. Tonya endured alot from the different men in her life. I think maybe her and Monte could have had a decent relationship if she hadn't ran off. But Chris was a real gentlemen. I hope that he doesn't get caught up in any mess with Tonya. Tone was just abusive and crazy. Then that ending honey, l hope she doesn't have Aids.
March 2, 2017
The poor girl couldnt catch a bresk
Great read from start to finish . all the men in her life seems to have hurt this young girl some way shape or form even her mom wasn't about nothing. That paved the way for this girl troubled life. Then grimy dre and his mess . real life situations
Great read from start to finish . all the men in her life seems to have hurt this young girl some way shape or form even her mom wasn't about nothing. That paved the way for this girl troubled life. Then grimy dre and his mess . real life situations
November 27, 2017
This is my first read from this author and I was impressed! Seeing the journey and transformation Tonya had from the beginning of the story through to the cliffhanger ending, I was engulfed in her story the entire time. The character development was well executed.
July 12, 2018
Black Tonya
This book was good it held my attention from the very first page. My heart goes out to Tonya it seem like she could never catch a break. The ending was crazy. I'm definitely reading part 2.
This book was good it held my attention from the very first page. My heart goes out to Tonya it seem like she could never catch a break. The ending was crazy. I'm definitely reading part 2.
August 13, 2018
Wow great read
This book makes you want to reach out and shake sime sence into them. Some people just dont think. Great read about to read book 2. I highly recommend rhis series. Enjoy
This book makes you want to reach out and shake sime sence into them. Some people just dont think. Great read about to read book 2. I highly recommend rhis series. Enjoy
May 30, 2019
Wow,
The book was dragging at first but it was truly good. Tonya going though a lot at a young age. Tonya has a good Grannie right along side her father's wife. Her own fashion line. Can't wait to read pt 2
The book was dragging at first but it was truly good. Tonya going though a lot at a young age. Tonya has a good Grannie right along side her father's wife. Her own fashion line. Can't wait to read pt 2
November 24, 2019
Omg
Baby naw now I know it ain’t so. This is my first book by her and she she gained a fan. I read this book in a day. I’m truly amazed at the way this story flowed. But that ending got me mad as ever!!!
Baby naw now I know it ain’t so. This is my first book by her and she she gained a fan. I read this book in a day. I’m truly amazed at the way this story flowed. But that ending got me mad as ever!!!
February 10, 2020
Never a dull moment
Omg!! Dre dropped a real bomb, I hope Tanya is safe. I also hope Tone gets what he deserves, with his double standards. Chris seems to be the one I hope he’s not on any bs.
Omg!! Dre dropped a real bomb, I hope Tanya is safe. I also hope Tone gets what he deserves, with his double standards. Chris seems to be the one I hope he’s not on any bs.
March 28, 2020
I can't close my mouth!!!! must read
Wtf!! That's what I'm talking about an ending I couldn't predict. A page turner I had to finish reading in one day. I'm starting book 2 immedir.
Wtf!! That's what I'm talking about an ending I couldn't predict. A page turner I had to finish reading in one day. I'm starting book 2 immedir.
September 6, 2017
Yess this series was excellent...Tonya bossed up on and any everybody that was hating on her...she went for the bottom and made it to the top...Great series
September 17, 2017
Wow
She couldn't catch a break love the story line loved how things played out and people weren't being air heads
She couldn't catch a break love the story line loved how things played out and people weren't being air heads
October 13, 2017
Fire
Dammmmmmmmm love it love it love it. I can't wait to read book 2. I hope Tone gets what he deserves since he like to beat on women.
Dammmmmmmmm love it love it love it. I can't wait to read book 2. I hope Tone gets what he deserves since he like to beat on women.
October 13, 2017
Great story. Horrible editing
October 14, 2017
Great read!!!
I really like this book!! It read like a movie script because you could see every scene and every character so clear!!! I can't wait to read the second one!!!
I really like this book!! It read like a movie script because you could see every scene and every character so clear!!! I can't wait to read the second one!!!
November 25, 2017
Great read
I bought this book a while ago & just now reading. I’m so glad I’m getting to it. Can’t wait for Part 2, I hope Tonya missed that package
I bought this book a while ago & just now reading. I’m so glad I’m getting to it. Can’t wait for Part 2, I hope Tonya missed that package
February 19, 2018
Great read
While reading this I kept thinking about how stupid Tonya is but then I have to remember how old she is. I hope she is good. Don't need nothing pulling her back down.
While reading this I kept thinking about how stupid Tonya is but then I have to remember how old she is. I hope she is good. Don't need nothing pulling her back down.
April 1, 2018
Good book
This book isnt a bad read at all. A few grammatical errors though. Its nothing that cant be over looked.
This book isnt a bad read at all. A few grammatical errors though. Its nothing that cant be over looked.
October 18, 2018
Loving this book
This a great book and this is the first time I've ever read anything from Patrice. Tonya is a beast and I love her character.
This a great book and this is the first time I've ever read anything from Patrice. Tonya is a beast and I love her character.
December 13, 2018
Quick read
Good plot & story line. I gave it a 3, because of incorrect word usage & spelling. Proof better, next time.
Good plot & story line. I gave it a 3, because of incorrect word usage & spelling. Proof better, next time.
January 27, 2019
Omg!!!!!
This was my first read from this author and I’m floored. Tanya can’t catch a break! I’m anxious for part 2!
This was my first read from this author and I’m floored. Tanya can’t catch a break! I’m anxious for part 2!
March 20, 2019
Black Tonya
I enjoyed this so many I want her to get back at and be with. I am hoping that she is not one and gets the right one
I enjoyed this so many I want her to get back at and be with. I am hoping that she is not one and gets the right one
May 26, 2019
Bruhhhhh
This was such a good red! This is my first time reading a book by Patrice that wasn’t a collab. Really glad I read it !
This was such a good red! This is my first time reading a book by Patrice that wasn’t a collab. Really glad I read it !
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