Block Party 1

Block Party Series #1

by Al Saadiq Banks

Block A Gritty Urban Fiction Tale of Power and Redemption In the heart of the city's underworld, Cashmere, a former drug kingpin, emerges from the shadows of Federal Prison with one goal—to reclaim his throne. However, the streets he once ruled have transformed in his absence. The young underlings he left behind have grown into formidable men who refuse to bow to his authority. Enter The Mayor, a new ruler ten years Cashmere's junior, wielding an iron fist that commands the entire city. His flashy and dangerous persona, coupled with his Block Party dope stamp, has taken over every street corner and block, leaving no room for competition. His 'Get down or lay down.' As Cashmere navigates this treacherous terrain, he's faced with a stark reclaim his lost power and ascend to the top where he rightfully belongs or bow down to the new generation. Will he prove himself once more, or will The Mayor's grip on the city remain unchallenged? Block Party is a gripping urban fiction novel that delves into the power struggles of the drug trade. Join Cashmere on his journey of redemption and discover if he can rise from the ashes and reclaim his throne in this heart-pounding tale of crime, loyalty, and the fight for supremacy."

272 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 2003

Reviews

[Nardsbaby Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Crown or Bow Down Old Heads vs. Young Knuckledheads

OH MY GOODNESS............ If you'll read my reviews you'll know I love Al-Saadiq, but I also HATE HIM! This brotha is truly good people and he brings characters to life that we all know.
7 years of sitting and finally Cashmere is back out on the streets. The streets that held him and his crew on solid ground no longer adhere to "codes!" Young brothas running the streets without regard for who you are or what you might have had!

Cash totally steps up the game with the knowledge of how the streets use to be! He assembles his team, and puts his hustle into full effect while letting the bodies fall where they may. Cashmere is a loving husband, stand up father, and a hustler at heart who has you turning the pages like what is going to happen now?

He struggles while learning valuable lessons that help get him from the bench, to the starting line up, and that eventually leads him to a coaching position but now as Cashmere has it all no competition to interfere can he stake his claim or will his greed lead to his demise? Another cliff hanger and I'm "book sick!" Al-Saadiq you better be about to release both No Exit 2, and Block Party 2.

Great follow up, I look forward to reading everything that you shelf

Much love continued Blessings

[D.B. Bray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy cow, this book is AMAZING

I heard of Al-Sadiq for a while now. This is a VERY talented man. I can't even begin to describe the adrenaline rush that comes with this book. Top favorite writer of all time. And just.think, this started with reading other crime fiction writers. This book has everything... betrayal, baby momma drame, loyal friends, fiends. You name it has it. This a close 1st person POV. If that's not your scene, pick it up anyway. It shows the powerful grip the streets can have after releasing someone who is trying to get back on their feet. Wherever he does a book signing, I'm there!!! PICk UP THIS BOOK, you will not be disappointed!

[Teaguem2005 · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cashmere caused lots of drama in his attempt to get back on top. Coming home from a bid and finding the little brothers of his friends running the streets he once ruled proved to be a blow his ego could not handle; Beautiful fiancé and children be damned

[Quintessa Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good book, page turning had me on edge

[WriteVibeMagazine · Rating 5 out of 5]

In the novel Block Party by Al-Saadiq Banks readers will meet Cashmere a man freshly home from a seven year prison term. The game has changed but one thing for certain, no one is going to tell Cash, he aint getting any money. In this classic urban tale readers will also meet his longtime friend Slim, a dope fiend but before you write him off as some junkie, this man is wise beyond his years and is indeed Cash’s right hand man. You will see how a man comes back to his hometown with what appears nothing but his determination is priceless. Cash is set to take the crown from the “Mayor” by all means necessary,

Block Party was an enjoyable read from start to finish because the characters were so true to life and the author carefully painted these people emotionally accurate as possible, you felt compassion and sympathy in certain parts of the story but you also learned a lesson or two within the pages of this novel.

Fans of urban fiction and suspense will thoroughly enjoy Block Party because of the Al-Saadiq’s realistic storyline combined with such accurate plot execution down to the last pages that will leave readers wanting more, just like me.Kudos to ASB on Block Party.

Reviewed By: Kisha Green
Review Copy Supplied By Author
Format: Paperback

[Tyquashia]

This urban book is a very interesting book and shows how a man can come home from jail and become successful. Here it is Raheem went to jail for ten years becasue of dealing heroin and when he came home he brought a chain of businesss and he now has a family.

[Verlean · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a cautionary tale about what happens in the game. I read this book years ago and decided to pick it up and reread. I enjoyed it just as much today as I did years ago. This book shows that everybody in the game doesn't make the right choices and there are consequences to all actions.

[Tamara · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like it! Cant wait for part 2

[Big Body · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book !!!!

[Nahisha Mccoy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous.

[Cole Hart · Rating 5 out of 5]

Block Party was a smash hit. Saadiq is a seasoned author and he definitely knows how to hold a reader. Keep up the good work brother. From the author Cole Hart of A-Town Veteran.

[Adrian L. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazingly gifted writer, motivated me to take it as far as my imagination could conceive when I write.

[Louise Payne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it! The beef between Cashmere and Mayor was legendary. I was hooked from pg 1 all the way to pg 266 Can't wait to read part 2.

[Josephine Jordan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. And all of the writer book. A must read!!!