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Hate That I Need You
Doing what she wanted to do was something that Jadore never had a chance to experience. Doing what she had to do always took precedence when a series of unfortunate events forced her into a role that she had to play. Becoming the primary caregiver for her 3 siblings at a young age, Jadore struggled to make ends meet until Esko entered the picture. Never knowing what it was like to struggle, Esko stepped right in and gave Jadore and her family the life that they deserved to live. Jadore was appreciative of his help, but she soon learned that if something seemed too good to be true then it probably was. Wanting his help was one thing, but she hated to feel like she needed it. Mac is a young man with a good heart being raised by his equally bighearted single father. His girlfriend, Shanice, loves him unconditionally, but Mac is not ready for the kind of commitment that she's looking for. When an ill-chosen event causes him to cross paths with Jadore, both their lives seem to have a new purpose, if only temporarily. They become fast friends until a small misunderstanding threatens to permanently tear them apart. With their lives intertwining unexpectedly, can their friendship remain unscathed? When lies, secrets and hidden agendas are revealed, will they come out victorious or will they fall by the wayside? Take an emotional ride with Jadore and her crew in this full length standalone "Hate That I Need You".
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354 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 29, 2017
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February 11, 2020
Yaaaassssssss
Chenell Parker is seriously one of the best to ever do it.. This book was nothing short of amazing.. Now I'm wishing it wasn't a standalone and I had another part to look forward to.. Maybe there will be a spin-off.. 👀 👀 Idc wat anyone has to say about Jadore cuz she did way she had 2 do to make sure those 3 kids had wat they needed.. I need a friend Like Cubby in ma life..lol Ughhh this book was jus great I'm so sad that it's over..lol
Chenell Parker is seriously one of the best to ever do it.. This book was nothing short of amazing.. Now I'm wishing it wasn't a standalone and I had another part to look forward to.. Maybe there will be a spin-off.. 👀 👀 Idc wat anyone has to say about Jadore cuz she did way she had 2 do to make sure those 3 kids had wat they needed.. I need a friend Like Cubby in ma life..lol Ughhh this book was jus great I'm so sad that it's over..lol
October 7, 2023
Breath taking AMAZING!!! Chenell can do NO wrong in my eyes and she put her entire foot into this book. If I could give this book a million stars I would do just that. So much I would LOVEEEE to say, but I do not want to give anything away to those who have not read this. I applaud Jadore for doing what most siblings would not do. She chose to take care of such a big responsibly by doing whatever it takes. Ekso is just UGH! The man wanted his cake and eat it too, and I am so glad at the end he got exactly what he deserved! Mac has a spot in my heart and just so happy how his story turned out. Cubby had me rolling through this book. His bluntness is just a breath of fresh air. You always need that one to keep it real with you and he made sure to do it. Gabby is a woman that I dislike! I didn't feel the least bit sorry for her because she stayed with someone she knew was a dog. And to do Jadore like that.....I wanted to come through the book myself. If for some reason YOU HAVE NOT read this book, what in the world are you waiting for?? It is really that amazing!!!
May 8, 2017
Wow!
Chenell wrote the hell outta this book! Wow! Ok, I will admit, Jadore pissed me off in the beginning. I was like "just leave Esko, damn, " but I'm happy she found her strength. Cubby and Eboni was perfect together. Their sense of humor kept me laughing. That Gabby was a piece of work and Daniel shocked me the most. Of course Mac became bae, and I loved how he treated the kids. So, without giving the story away, I definitely recommend this 5 ★read to anyone who's ready to be floored! Oh, and did I mention it's a full length standalone!!! ❤❤
Chenell wrote the hell outta this book! Wow! Ok, I will admit, Jadore pissed me off in the beginning. I was like "just leave Esko, damn, " but I'm happy she found her strength. Cubby and Eboni was perfect together. Their sense of humor kept me laughing. That Gabby was a piece of work and Daniel shocked me the most. Of course Mac became bae, and I loved how he treated the kids. So, without giving the story away, I definitely recommend this 5 ★read to anyone who's ready to be floored! Oh, and did I mention it's a full length standalone!!! ❤❤
September 8, 2019
Fiyah
This book was off the rails. I this book from the beginning to the very end. It just goes to show how us black woman are so string and can rise up when met with so many obstacles. Excellent read.
This book was off the rails. I this book from the beginning to the very end. It just goes to show how us black woman are so string and can rise up when met with so many obstacles. Excellent read.
May 7, 2017
Never disappoint
I took my time reading this and still ended up reading to fast and wasnt ready for it be over ,but it was a grt read and i loved Jadore she was the sweetest and was happy tht she was able to get her happy ending cuz Esko wasnt shit and Gabby was stupid for even doin half the shit she doin over his dog ass...Mac was Jodore's saviour .... Cubby and Eboni had me laughing they were a mess and was ment for each other lol... Rome and his lil sisters was so sweet and to bad for Rocco but he it comin he wasn't right for he did to Jodore no matter how much he lik her glad she dodge tht ... but over all it was a grt read as always and was happy tht it was a standalone 😊😊😍😍
I took my time reading this and still ended up reading to fast and wasnt ready for it be over ,but it was a grt read and i loved Jadore she was the sweetest and was happy tht she was able to get her happy ending cuz Esko wasnt shit and Gabby was stupid for even doin half the shit she doin over his dog ass...Mac was Jodore's saviour .... Cubby and Eboni had me laughing they were a mess and was ment for each other lol... Rome and his lil sisters was so sweet and to bad for Rocco but he it comin he wasn't right for he did to Jodore no matter how much he lik her glad she dodge tht ... but over all it was a grt read as always and was happy tht it was a standalone 😊😊😍😍
January 18, 2018
This book was so freaking good!!! I had a love/hate relationship for Jadore. I understood her decisions but didn’t agree with them but she was young and had to take care of her siblings. Mac was really bae! Esko was a loser preying on a young poor girl but in the end he got exactly what karma served him. Loved the author humor and her characters development and the jaw dropping connections that were revealed in this book. I definitely recommend this book
May 7, 2017
Yass
I love a standalone. This book was soo good. Jadore is my girl.. She went through a lot and had to grow up very quickly.. Dealing with a crackhead mom she made choices that she did not want to do but did for the sake of her siblings.. Man that Esko was a piece of work, and just a dog. Revenge is best served cold. Aww Rocco... Smh he had me fooled too...Good read yall
I love a standalone. This book was soo good. Jadore is my girl.. She went through a lot and had to grow up very quickly.. Dealing with a crackhead mom she made choices that she did not want to do but did for the sake of her siblings.. Man that Esko was a piece of work, and just a dog. Revenge is best served cold. Aww Rocco... Smh he had me fooled too...Good read yall
May 30, 2019
Soooooo.....an ok read overall!!!
Wow, what a story. Well the hero was perfect, handsome, and down right perfect while the heroine needed help big time. She was that bad
Macarius "Mac", was truly a gem. Last man standing, he was part being gentleman, millionaire, alpha streak and boss man. He truly was a catch, and Jadore grabbed that (well truly Mac went after her) but nevertheless, Jadore was Mac's world.
Jadore, man oh man oh man... Some women just annoys me. Jadore was so childish, so spoiled and so dependent; talking about how F fed up she was and that she didn't do anything about it. So many times I was just ready to give up on this book, specially after reading Esko's part with Jadore. It wasn't until the end, that I picked up from the book and enjoyed the last chapter. Jadore was the weakest woman/heroine, ever in a story.
Everyone deserved what they had coming to the,. Cubby and Ebony were so hilarious, and funny, and that's why I gave it a 2and a half.
This book should have been cancelled and not published at all...
Wow, what a story. Well the hero was perfect, handsome, and down right perfect while the heroine needed help big time. She was that bad
Macarius "Mac", was truly a gem. Last man standing, he was part being gentleman, millionaire, alpha streak and boss man. He truly was a catch, and Jadore grabbed that (well truly Mac went after her) but nevertheless, Jadore was Mac's world.
Jadore, man oh man oh man... Some women just annoys me. Jadore was so childish, so spoiled and so dependent; talking about how F fed up she was and that she didn't do anything about it. So many times I was just ready to give up on this book, specially after reading Esko's part with Jadore. It wasn't until the end, that I picked up from the book and enjoyed the last chapter. Jadore was the weakest woman/heroine, ever in a story.
Everyone deserved what they had coming to the,. Cubby and Ebony were so hilarious, and funny, and that's why I gave it a 2and a half.
This book should have been cancelled and not published at all...
November 10, 2018
Wild and thrilling
Another good book by this author. Jadore steps up and takes care of her siblings without question, doing anything necessary to survive. Esko takes advantage of her vulnerable state and makes her dependent on him, even though he's married with children. He thinks money and material things made her love him, but it's only one sided. While Esko loves Jadore, she's only appreciative and thankful for his help but grows tired of him always throwing it in her face. Her brother Jerome's ill decision leads to her finding real love with a real man in Mac. Granted, Mac has a situation to resolve, but things work out for the best. The connections and linkages between the characters were wild and the twists were thrilling. Esko learns the hard way that money can't control feelings, and it definitely doesn't buy love.
Another good book by this author. Jadore steps up and takes care of her siblings without question, doing anything necessary to survive. Esko takes advantage of her vulnerable state and makes her dependent on him, even though he's married with children. He thinks money and material things made her love him, but it's only one sided. While Esko loves Jadore, she's only appreciative and thankful for his help but grows tired of him always throwing it in her face. Her brother Jerome's ill decision leads to her finding real love with a real man in Mac. Granted, Mac has a situation to resolve, but things work out for the best. The connections and linkages between the characters were wild and the twists were thrilling. Esko learns the hard way that money can't control feelings, and it definitely doesn't buy love.
May 11, 2017
Good book!!
This book so very long , but it was a good book. Jadore was a very strong young lady. I admire her strength and decisions that she had to make in order to take care of her brother and sisters. Not many people nowadays will give up their childhood up to raise their siblings. I hated Esko in this book and his crazy wife, Gabby. Gabby should have been left her husband, but that was her fault. Esko was just crazy as hell with everything that he has done in the book. Mac was heaven sent for Jadore and the kids. Jadore and her friends were always supportive of whatever decisions that she had to make even if they were bad desicions. I'm glad everything worked out for everyone at the end of the book. I can't wait to read another book by this author.
This book so very long , but it was a good book. Jadore was a very strong young lady. I admire her strength and decisions that she had to make in order to take care of her brother and sisters. Not many people nowadays will give up their childhood up to raise their siblings. I hated Esko in this book and his crazy wife, Gabby. Gabby should have been left her husband, but that was her fault. Esko was just crazy as hell with everything that he has done in the book. Mac was heaven sent for Jadore and the kids. Jadore and her friends were always supportive of whatever decisions that she had to make even if they were bad desicions. I'm glad everything worked out for everyone at the end of the book. I can't wait to read another book by this author.
May 15, 2017
HTINY
Chenell I've been reading your work for a while. The growth I see in this book is excellent! I loved Jadore and the strength she has for raising her siblings. Esko was the worst and Rocco idk, I liked him then I didn't. Kendra was aggy af and switched up on Jadore in 2.5. I loved Eboni and Cubby! They were my favorites! They kept me laughing. I was soo happy for Ms Clarice and Mr Morris. Shanice's father got exactly what he deserved. Karley and Austin were the cutest I loved them together. Everybody got there karma whether it be good or bad. Great job with this standalone Chenell!
Chenell I've been reading your work for a while. The growth I see in this book is excellent! I loved Jadore and the strength she has for raising her siblings. Esko was the worst and Rocco idk, I liked him then I didn't. Kendra was aggy af and switched up on Jadore in 2.5. I loved Eboni and Cubby! They were my favorites! They kept me laughing. I was soo happy for Ms Clarice and Mr Morris. Shanice's father got exactly what he deserved. Karley and Austin were the cutest I loved them together. Everybody got there karma whether it be good or bad. Great job with this standalone Chenell!
June 8, 2017
Amazing book couldn't put it down it was 💣
In this life there are always snakes slithering around the weak. Being weak is a state of mind women are like flowers without proper water and sunlight we don't blossom... but with tender love and care we are strong and beautiful...Jadore was a beautiful young woman with a bunch of snakes in her yard... but in the end Mac came and helped restore her petals and allowed her to blossom... a definite must read if I could give more than 5 stars I would🤗
In this life there are always snakes slithering around the weak. Being weak is a state of mind women are like flowers without proper water and sunlight we don't blossom... but with tender love and care we are strong and beautiful...Jadore was a beautiful young woman with a bunch of snakes in her yard... but in the end Mac came and helped restore her petals and allowed her to blossom... a definite must read if I could give more than 5 stars I would🤗
December 29, 2017
Very good read
The reason for the 4star my biggest pet peeves is everyone sleeping with each other. Yuck!!! I have a big problem with swapping bodily fluids, the have to be my biggest turn off in a book & real life. I couldn't stand the mention of Esko he is the most disgusting man ever. I'm happy with his outcome. I really feel for Jadore what a life. I wish her mother had a better ending (who did it?) not quite satisfied with that her chapter. Other than that it was a good read.
The reason for the 4star my biggest pet peeves is everyone sleeping with each other. Yuck!!! I have a big problem with swapping bodily fluids, the have to be my biggest turn off in a book & real life. I couldn't stand the mention of Esko he is the most disgusting man ever. I'm happy with his outcome. I really feel for Jadore what a life. I wish her mother had a better ending (who did it?) not quite satisfied with that her chapter. Other than that it was a good read.
May 12, 2017
I love this stand alone.
First of all I love Jadore. She is one of the best characters that I've ever read. She did what she had to do it make sure that her brother and sisters had. She bent but she never broke. That damn Esko was a damn dog from the beginning, I can't even call him a snake because that would be to nice.
But in the end love true love prevails.
This book will not disappoint all your emotions will come out.
First of all I love Jadore. She is one of the best characters that I've ever read. She did what she had to do it make sure that her brother and sisters had. She bent but she never broke. That damn Esko was a damn dog from the beginning, I can't even call him a snake because that would be to nice.
But in the end love true love prevails.
This book will not disappoint all your emotions will come out.
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May 25, 2017
Chenell you have done it again. This book had me so hooked that, I was done before I blinked. I don’t want to give much away but, Esko got what he deserved (I couldn’t stand him). How can one take advantage of another, especially the way Esko did. Jadore was a very strong individual that did what a lot of people wouldn’t think of. I am so happy that Jadore was able to get away and, have a happy ending.
May 25, 2017
Phenomenal Book
This book was a breathe of fresh air. Plus I needed a good standalone. I felt so bad for Jadore because she had to sacrifice for her siblings and have no regrets.! Esko played on her situation and it backfired he ended up catching feelings. However I was team Mac once he was introduced. Sorry about the journey Jadore had to go on, but I believe that it made her onto the person she was. She always had a good heart.
This book was a breathe of fresh air. Plus I needed a good standalone. I felt so bad for Jadore because she had to sacrifice for her siblings and have no regrets.! Esko played on her situation and it backfired he ended up catching feelings. However I was team Mac once he was introduced. Sorry about the journey Jadore had to go on, but I believe that it made her onto the person she was. She always had a good heart.
September 27, 2018
Great read
So much was going on . I felt bad when jadora got that taiko whooped but she should’ve been walked away from esko he wasn’t nothing but trouble and lion what he did in the end smh and Rocco was trifling , snitch smh good thing Rome met Mac cause he was their knight in shinning armor . Cubby and eboni was funny they had a big ass baby lol . Karley and Austin stayed jadora friends no matter what .
So much was going on . I felt bad when jadora got that taiko whooped but she should’ve been walked away from esko he wasn’t nothing but trouble and lion what he did in the end smh and Rocco was trifling , snitch smh good thing Rome met Mac cause he was their knight in shinning armor . Cubby and eboni was funny they had a big ass baby lol . Karley and Austin stayed jadora friends no matter what .
January 7, 2019
Enjoyable
I kind of didn't know where to go with this I like Jadore and Mac's story . I also like Cubby and Eboni story I thought they were funny. I just don't know how to feel about her being stuck with this man for so long but I'd like the book though. It's the kind of book that makes you think her situation was messed up, it's kind of what would you have done kind of thing and how long would you have done it I enjoyed the 📖 though.
I kind of didn't know where to go with this I like Jadore and Mac's story . I also like Cubby and Eboni story I thought they were funny. I just don't know how to feel about her being stuck with this man for so long but I'd like the book though. It's the kind of book that makes you think her situation was messed up, it's kind of what would you have done kind of thing and how long would you have done it I enjoyed the 📖 though.
May 6, 2017
She has done it again
Now I must say Chenell has the gift of pulling you into each character and marketing you apart of the actual story. I jump on everything she writes. I can't lie I want a story about Cubby and ebony omg they were so funny. I was so happy Mac and Jadore got there happy ending because Jadore did the right things with her siblings
Now I must say Chenell has the gift of pulling you into each character and marketing you apart of the actual story. I jump on everything she writes. I can't lie I want a story about Cubby and ebony omg they were so funny. I was so happy Mac and Jadore got there happy ending because Jadore did the right things with her siblings
May 5, 2017
Yass
I love a standalone. This book was soo good. Jadore is my girl.. She went through a lot and had to grow up very quickly.. Dealing with a crackhead mom she made choices that she did not want to do but did for the sake of her siblings.. Man that Esko was a piece of work, and just a dog. Revenge is best served cold. Aww Rocco... Smh he had me fooled too...Good read yall
I love a standalone. This book was soo good. Jadore is my girl.. She went through a lot and had to grow up very quickly.. Dealing with a crackhead mom she made choices that she did not want to do but did for the sake of her siblings.. Man that Esko was a piece of work, and just a dog. Revenge is best served cold. Aww Rocco... Smh he had me fooled too...Good read yall
May 13, 2017
Awesomesauce
I enjoyed the storyline for sure. It was once reading something that had a different background other then drugs and trap houses. I did feel the book was somewhat predictable, but it didn't take away from the character development as well as the story itself. I'm happy Jadore got her happily ever after and I have the upmost respect for her character 😜
I enjoyed the storyline for sure. It was once reading something that had a different background other then drugs and trap houses. I did feel the book was somewhat predictable, but it didn't take away from the character development as well as the story itself. I'm happy Jadore got her happily ever after and I have the upmost respect for her character 😜
May 13, 2017
Yessss
Push thru Chenell! This book was everything! I hated how Esko was doing Jadore but I understood the situation she was placed in. His karma finally caught up to him. I LOVE Cubby.... He need his own book! Lol he kept me rolling. This book was definitely worth the read and I hated to see it end. Hopefully we'll hear from somebody again!
Push thru Chenell! This book was everything! I hated how Esko was doing Jadore but I understood the situation she was placed in. His karma finally caught up to him. I LOVE Cubby.... He need his own book! Lol he kept me rolling. This book was definitely worth the read and I hated to see it end. Hopefully we'll hear from somebody again!
May 18, 2017
Amazing!
I love Cubby and Eboni's relationship they are so funny. Esko was taught to be the dog that he was, but in the end he got what he deserved going overboard not having what he wanted. Daniel was a piece of work but he also got what he deserved too being a greedy man. Overall I love Mac and Jadore their relationship was awesome.
I love Cubby and Eboni's relationship they are so funny. Esko was taught to be the dog that he was, but in the end he got what he deserved going overboard not having what he wanted. Daniel was a piece of work but he also got what he deserved too being a greedy man. Overall I love Mac and Jadore their relationship was awesome.
June 2, 2017
Loved it
Thomas s great read. I loved how it wndwd5. Shows how strong women are and despite our circumstances we can survive the obstacles thrown at us. Jadore was getting on my nerves but I understand her situation and she did whatever she had to for her sivlimgs. Well done Chenell Parker.
Thomas s great read. I loved how it wndwd5. Shows how strong women are and despite our circumstances we can survive the obstacles thrown at us. Jadore was getting on my nerves but I understand her situation and she did whatever she had to for her sivlimgs. Well done Chenell Parker.
June 26, 2017
Great book
You never disappoint! This book was so good from beginning to end. I loved that Esko got set up because he spent his life setting people up and using them. I'm happy Jadore found happiness with Mac, they were so cute together. I can't wait til the next book drops! Great job as usual.
You never disappoint! This book was so good from beginning to end. I loved that Esko got set up because he spent his life setting people up and using them. I'm happy Jadore found happiness with Mac, they were so cute together. I can't wait til the next book drops! Great job as usual.
September 8, 2017
A Great Book!
As usual another hit Chenell Parker! I loved this book so much. I laughed so much and I loved how it ended. I was so happy in the end that Jadore and kids were going to be ok. Mac was a great man and he was just what they needed! Editing needs improving but it was a great book!
As usual another hit Chenell Parker! I loved this book so much. I laughed so much and I loved how it ended. I was so happy in the end that Jadore and kids were going to be ok. Mac was a great man and he was just what they needed! Editing needs improving but it was a great book!
September 3, 2017
Even a broken crayon still colors
I love Jadore's strength. Even with all the obstacles thrown her way. She still won. Mac was strength and her soul mate. Eboni and Cuddy were crazy and perfect for each other. Karley and Austin were gr8 friends to Jadore. She was blessed to have gr8 friends.
I love Jadore's strength. Even with all the obstacles thrown her way. She still won. Mac was strength and her soul mate. Eboni and Cuddy were crazy and perfect for each other. Karley and Austin were gr8 friends to Jadore. She was blessed to have gr8 friends.
September 21, 2017
Karma is real
Another good book by Chenell, this was a Great read ! Jadora was a strong young lady, she took on the job of raising her sisters and brother when their mother turned to drugs. Jadore has to do the unthinkable to make sure her siblings are taken care of.
Great story line, I really enjoyed this book,
Another good book by Chenell, this was a Great read ! Jadora was a strong young lady, she took on the job of raising her sisters and brother when their mother turned to drugs. Jadore has to do the unthinkable to make sure her siblings are taken care of.
Great story line, I really enjoyed this book,
December 18, 2017
Love love love this book
I absolutely love this book. I just recently discovered Chenell's books and I have been reading them ever since. This book was everything. It was so good. I couldn’t put it down.
I love Mac's character. He is a man's man. I’m so happy for him and Sadore's relationship. True love always prevails.
I highly recommend reading this book.
I absolutely love this book. I just recently discovered Chenell's books and I have been reading them ever since. This book was everything. It was so good. I couldn’t put it down.
I love Mac's character. He is a man's man. I’m so happy for him and Sadore's relationship. True love always prevails.
I highly recommend reading this book.
April 26, 2018
Wow great read
This was a great read. I don't condone Jadore for sleeping with a married man but I can see she did what she did for her siblings. I couldn't stand Rocco r Esko. Both of them got what they deserved. I loved Cubby and Eboni together, they were hilarious. I love one quote from the book where she said " EVEN A BROKEN CRAYON STILL COLORS".
This was a great read. I don't condone Jadore for sleeping with a married man but I can see she did what she did for her siblings. I couldn't stand Rocco r Esko. Both of them got what they deserved. I loved Cubby and Eboni together, they were hilarious. I love one quote from the book where she said " EVEN A BROKEN CRAYON STILL COLORS".
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