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Foolish: A Standalone Novel
From the author of best-selling novel and movie, Plug Love, Foolish is a perfectly crafted tale of love, lies, and deception.
Love is the most powerful drug known to man. It was toxic; especially, when you gave it to the wrong person. Love had the power to have you staying up all night and missing meals. Love could have you sacrificing your own happiness for the sake of another's. Love had the power to blind you.
Rita has sacrificed it all for her boyfriend, Victor, thinking that he would FINALLY wake up and realize that he had her entire soul and she would ride with him until the wheels fell off. But how much is too much? Will loving a man suck everything out of her... including her life?
Jaycee and Meech had been together since they were teenagers. Meech was all she knew. However, after becoming fed up with being lied to and cheated on, she seeks out for revenge. Jaycee wants Meech to hurt as bad as she has been hurt. But, when the dust settles, will the repercussions of her revenge be worth it?
Love is the most powerful drug known to man. It was toxic; especially, when you gave it to the wrong person. Love had the power to have you staying up all night and missing meals. Love could have you sacrificing your own happiness for the sake of another's. Love had the power to blind you.
Rita has sacrificed it all for her boyfriend, Victor, thinking that he would FINALLY wake up and realize that he had her entire soul and she would ride with him until the wheels fell off. But how much is too much? Will loving a man suck everything out of her... including her life?
Jaycee and Meech had been together since they were teenagers. Meech was all she knew. However, after becoming fed up with being lied to and cheated on, she seeks out for revenge. Jaycee wants Meech to hurt as bad as she has been hurt. But, when the dust settles, will the repercussions of her revenge be worth it?
218 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 23, 2017
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Danielle Marcus
35 books233 followersI was trying to think of a super amazing story to share about my life, but as I sat here and thought, I realized that I didn’t have one. I’m just plain old Danielle, a girl from Detroit, Michigan with big dreams and a passion for writing. I was raised in a two parent home and to me, both my mother and father were simply AMAZING!
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September 14, 2017
Foolish
I'll honestly say Jaycee and Rita were both foolish. Jaycee was foolish for continuing to stick it out with Meech all because she felt the need to be loyal. She became selfish by trying to hold on to both situations. King seemed to be that dude and he was actually spitting the truth constantly. Jaycee worked my nerves at times because one minute she was forgiving Meech and wanting to leave the past behind only for the past to play a part in her so called revenge. Rita put up with a lot with Vic and no matter how hard she tried she was always left looking foolish in the end. The countless ass cuttings did nothing and Vic's choices didn't make matters any better. I think had Vic takes more responsibility than things might've been different. As women there's always a chance we become foolish for the men we love that we eventually sacrifice so much. Trust is broken, loyalty is questioned and sometimes we have to suffer great losses before reality sets in. I really was hoping Jaycee would get with King although it was crazy how they began. There were some sad times but with the right support things worked themselves out.
I'll honestly say Jaycee and Rita were both foolish. Jaycee was foolish for continuing to stick it out with Meech all because she felt the need to be loyal. She became selfish by trying to hold on to both situations. King seemed to be that dude and he was actually spitting the truth constantly. Jaycee worked my nerves at times because one minute she was forgiving Meech and wanting to leave the past behind only for the past to play a part in her so called revenge. Rita put up with a lot with Vic and no matter how hard she tried she was always left looking foolish in the end. The countless ass cuttings did nothing and Vic's choices didn't make matters any better. I think had Vic takes more responsibility than things might've been different. As women there's always a chance we become foolish for the men we love that we eventually sacrifice so much. Trust is broken, loyalty is questioned and sometimes we have to suffer great losses before reality sets in. I really was hoping Jaycee would get with King although it was crazy how they began. There were some sad times but with the right support things worked themselves out.
August 26, 2017
Amazing Story
Danielle never disappoints. Her reads are always good and never has my interest in what I'm reading stopped. The story line was very good. Crazy but good. I felt bad for both Rita and Jay because of the things they went through loving the men they were with. It caused both of them to have some serious trust issues. Jay went through some things, but at the same time she wasn't innocent at all. She did some things that were all the way wrong. Rita did her thing too, but it wasn't to the extent to where she was completely foul. A man doing dirt can always leave the door open for another man to be that shoulder she cries on. Meech and Vic both did their women foul. I can't fully say they didn't love them because they did. They just had their dog moments as well. Rico was foul, but when things were explained I definitely understood his reasoning and honestly I believed he may have had a little more love for Jay then Meech. I had my moment when I shed a tear because of the tragedy that happened. That was truly sad. Things didn't end how I thought they would but I can say that some may have gotten their happy ending while others are taking things slow to figure out things.
Danielle never disappoints. Her reads are always good and never has my interest in what I'm reading stopped. The story line was very good. Crazy but good. I felt bad for both Rita and Jay because of the things they went through loving the men they were with. It caused both of them to have some serious trust issues. Jay went through some things, but at the same time she wasn't innocent at all. She did some things that were all the way wrong. Rita did her thing too, but it wasn't to the extent to where she was completely foul. A man doing dirt can always leave the door open for another man to be that shoulder she cries on. Meech and Vic both did their women foul. I can't fully say they didn't love them because they did. They just had their dog moments as well. Rico was foul, but when things were explained I definitely understood his reasoning and honestly I believed he may have had a little more love for Jay then Meech. I had my moment when I shed a tear because of the tragedy that happened. That was truly sad. Things didn't end how I thought they would but I can say that some may have gotten their happy ending while others are taking things slow to figure out things.
December 28, 2017
Really
Although I admit I did enjoy reading, I did not enjoy the double standards. Meech wanna be on some back and forth and although Jaycee was wrong too he wanna be all in his feelings like he wasn't wrong as two left shoes, boy bye. Same goes for Vic he got all bent out of shape for Rita having dinner with somebody and this man done had a baby on the side. Like come on then she pays for his mistakes and he still walks away with a happily ever after. That ending though how Rico still aint get his girl. I don't know why she playing like she don't know that's where she wants to be, she better stop dilluting herself. This was supposed to be a stand-alone but with an ending like that they need to have a spin-off you can't leave it hanging like that. Come on now!!!
Although I admit I did enjoy reading, I did not enjoy the double standards. Meech wanna be on some back and forth and although Jaycee was wrong too he wanna be all in his feelings like he wasn't wrong as two left shoes, boy bye. Same goes for Vic he got all bent out of shape for Rita having dinner with somebody and this man done had a baby on the side. Like come on then she pays for his mistakes and he still walks away with a happily ever after. That ending though how Rico still aint get his girl. I don't know why she playing like she don't know that's where she wants to be, she better stop dilluting herself. This was supposed to be a stand-alone but with an ending like that they need to have a spin-off you can't leave it hanging like that. Come on now!!!
September 14, 2017
I knew from the first chapter this was going to be one of those books that you finish quickly because you cant put it down. Every reader will be able to relate to the topic of being "Foolish" in one way or another like both Jaycee and Rita were for their boyfriends Meech and Vic. The author did a good job showcasing the double standards that associated with infidelity. Woman are expected to deal with it while most men can't handle an once of the dirt they do being done to them. While the book did have some editing issues : name mix-ups and word mix-ups, I thoroughly enjoyed this standalone. I was pleased with the drama it entailed as well as the ending. Great job Danielle!
February 11, 2019
Foolish
This book was amazing! It touched my very soul. I felt like I knew the characters, I identified with their stories, their pain, and their love. All of the characters lost something precious in the end, but some gained a love like no other. Should Rico and Jaycee have been together? Absolutely. That's why they were so drawn to each other over the years. My heart hurt for Meech, but in the end he gained the right soul mate for him. Friendship is for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. Meech and Rico's season was up. Very well written book! I'm excited to see what Danielle Marcus has up her sleeve next.
This book was amazing! It touched my very soul. I felt like I knew the characters, I identified with their stories, their pain, and their love. All of the characters lost something precious in the end, but some gained a love like no other. Should Rico and Jaycee have been together? Absolutely. That's why they were so drawn to each other over the years. My heart hurt for Meech, but in the end he gained the right soul mate for him. Friendship is for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. Meech and Rico's season was up. Very well written book! I'm excited to see what Danielle Marcus has up her sleeve next.
August 26, 2017
Foolishly in love
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This was a good and quick read. This author never disappoints. Love is hard enough but when you mix the streets, deception and betrayal in it, it leads to a whole lot of foolishness. When friends allow list to get in the way of good common sense, you end up with a well written novel that keeps you surprise. I must say this was an enjoyable read and I do recommend it. Kudos, Ms. Marcus as usual she kept it entertaining.
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This was a good and quick read. This author never disappoints. Love is hard enough but when you mix the streets, deception and betrayal in it, it leads to a whole lot of foolishness. When friends allow list to get in the way of good common sense, you end up with a well written novel that keeps you surprise. I must say this was an enjoyable read and I do recommend it. Kudos, Ms. Marcus as usual she kept it entertaining.
Happy Reading,
The Official DCbookreviewer
December 17, 2017
Foolish
This book was everything! I've always said the a cocky dude with too much pride would be the death of him & this book proved my point. Meech figured since he was Jaycee's first everything that she would stand by him no matter what. But even the most loyal person gets tired of being made a fool of. Vic did so much dirt to Rita that he couldn't take it when it happened to him. King was sitting back trying to tell both Meech & Vic to get themselves together for their women but since he didn't have a women it fell on deaf ears. The drama and lies always come to light.
This book was everything! I've always said the a cocky dude with too much pride would be the death of him & this book proved my point. Meech figured since he was Jaycee's first everything that she would stand by him no matter what. But even the most loyal person gets tired of being made a fool of. Vic did so much dirt to Rita that he couldn't take it when it happened to him. King was sitting back trying to tell both Meech & Vic to get themselves together for their women but since he didn't have a women it fell on deaf ears. The drama and lies always come to light.
March 14, 2019
So good!
My heart goes out to Rita. She literally died being a fool for Vic. I can see how Tamika and Vic would be perfect with them both experiencing losing the love of their life. Rita should have walked away the moment he came in with his daughter. Jay and Meech. Man o man. Things definitely happen for a reason. Meech loved her but definitely didn’t deserve her. King loved her and she was too loyal to give him a real chance. She gave him a child so why not give him a chance? This was such a good story!
My heart goes out to Rita. She literally died being a fool for Vic. I can see how Tamika and Vic would be perfect with them both experiencing losing the love of their life. Rita should have walked away the moment he came in with his daughter. Jay and Meech. Man o man. Things definitely happen for a reason. Meech loved her but definitely didn’t deserve her. King loved her and she was too loyal to give him a real chance. She gave him a child so why not give him a chance? This was such a good story!
September 10, 2017
This is a perfect standalone!! Wow its amazing how when u give man ur all he still decides to cheat and do whatever he choose cuz he think you will never leave due to u belonging to him!! Ha ha some men do think like that but when the tables turn oooooo the woman is all kinds h*** & thots smh...they can dish it but can't take it...its sad to know that us women will love ❤️ a man till the death of us!! As Always Great read Miss Marcus!!
September 14, 2017
An Absolutely WONDERFUL Book!❤❤❤❤
Now, this was my 1st time reading ANYTHING by Danielle Marcus, but I can Honestly say...."It will NOT be my Last time!"!👌🙄 'Foolish' was such an OUTSTANDING book and PERFECTLY written story that I'm Excited about reading Other books by her!💜💜💜 I LOVED Everything about it.....the plotline, the character development, Etc.-it was just AMAZING on Every level!👏👏👏👏 GREAT & EXCELLENT work, Miss Marcus!👌💯
Now, this was my 1st time reading ANYTHING by Danielle Marcus, but I can Honestly say...."It will NOT be my Last time!"!👌🙄 'Foolish' was such an OUTSTANDING book and PERFECTLY written story that I'm Excited about reading Other books by her!💜💜💜 I LOVED Everything about it.....the plotline, the character development, Etc.-it was just AMAZING on Every level!👏👏👏👏 GREAT & EXCELLENT work, Miss Marcus!👌💯
October 24, 2017
10 damn stars
Omg... I had to take a few minutes before I started to write this review. You know a book is bomb asf when you question your self & wonder if you're loving yourself the right way. I don't think I've ever cried through a book this much lol. The emotions that you took me through with your pen is just crazy. Everything about these characters felt so real and I just wanted to wrap my arms around them so bad. 10 damn stars lbs I loveeee it !
Omg... I had to take a few minutes before I started to write this review. You know a book is bomb asf when you question your self & wonder if you're loving yourself the right way. I don't think I've ever cried through a book this much lol. The emotions that you took me through with your pen is just crazy. Everything about these characters felt so real and I just wanted to wrap my arms around them so bad. 10 damn stars lbs I loveeee it !
September 15, 2018
First Timer
This was my first book by this Author and although the story was interesting. It took me a moment to read it. The women in this book was just straight up dumb to me waiting 10 plus years with any type of real commitment and cheating and outside children and some more. I liked that that author didn’t give a traditional ending as well. It was different and something I like when reading. Because everything is always perfect.
This was my first book by this Author and although the story was interesting. It took me a moment to read it. The women in this book was just straight up dumb to me waiting 10 plus years with any type of real commitment and cheating and outside children and some more. I liked that that author didn’t give a traditional ending as well. It was different and something I like when reading. Because everything is always perfect.
December 25, 2019
Wooooo
Jaycee pissed me clean off. Ughhhh I know meech wasn’t worth spit but dang you don’t get a brotha back like that! Rita, Rita, Rita... and that’s all imma say about that. I wish Jaycee was less indecisive and I wish Rita had more of a backbone. I don’t like Vic and Tamika... I’m too loyal for allat 🤣🤣 anyway great read. I love anything this author puts out since I first read Plug Love 💕
Jaycee pissed me clean off. Ughhhh I know meech wasn’t worth spit but dang you don’t get a brotha back like that! Rita, Rita, Rita... and that’s all imma say about that. I wish Jaycee was less indecisive and I wish Rita had more of a backbone. I don’t like Vic and Tamika... I’m too loyal for allat 🤣🤣 anyway great read. I love anything this author puts out since I first read Plug Love 💕
August 30, 2017
AWESOME READ
What a POWERFUL STORYLINE....JAYCEE AND MEECH WAS MY COUPLE BUT HATING AZZ GREEN EYED MONSTERS ,FOOLISH BEHAVIOR CHANGED THEIR DESTINY...RICO WAS FOR SURE IN LOVE SAD THAT HE CROSSED SO MANY LINES DOING IT ....RITA OMG RITA ..I LOVED HER CHARACTER.....OMG HER BABY DADDY GOT IT TOGETHER BUT TOOK HER FOR GRANTED ...ALL AROUND WELL-WRITTEN WELL-DEFINED WITH A HELLVA CAST LOVED IT...OUT FREAKING STANDING......
What a POWERFUL STORYLINE....JAYCEE AND MEECH WAS MY COUPLE BUT HATING AZZ GREEN EYED MONSTERS ,FOOLISH BEHAVIOR CHANGED THEIR DESTINY...RICO WAS FOR SURE IN LOVE SAD THAT HE CROSSED SO MANY LINES DOING IT ....RITA OMG RITA ..I LOVED HER CHARACTER.....OMG HER BABY DADDY GOT IT TOGETHER BUT TOOK HER FOR GRANTED ...ALL AROUND WELL-WRITTEN WELL-DEFINED WITH A HELLVA CAST LOVED IT...OUT FREAKING STANDING......
September 5, 2017
This was on point
Yesss Daniellle we all have t h at Foolish Chapter in our lives. You nailed it. I must say I cried like a baby when Rita died. Tamika was just what Vic needed after all that. I'm glad he found love again. It wasn't an easy road. You did an awesome job and can't wait for more from you
Yesss Daniellle we all have t h at Foolish Chapter in our lives. You nailed it. I must say I cried like a baby when Rita died. Tamika was just what Vic needed after all that. I'm glad he found love again. It wasn't an easy road. You did an awesome job and can't wait for more from you
September 18, 2017
Great!
This is the first book I read by this author and I must say I loved this book and I plan on reading more by her. It's crazy the things we go through for love, and it's a shame that Rita had to go through everything she went through. Jaycee and King were wrong but maybe they were meant to be in another lifetime.
This is the first book I read by this author and I must say I loved this book and I plan on reading more by her. It's crazy the things we go through for love, and it's a shame that Rita had to go through everything she went through. Jaycee and King were wrong but maybe they were meant to be in another lifetime.
September 20, 2017
This was a very emotional story to read....these women wanted nothing more but to stand by their men and be loyal to them..but they was foolish to wanna be by their side..these women was been treated very unkind and unloved...the person who had went through the most suffer the most til the end..Great read I really enjoyed this book
October 3, 2017
Great story
This book was so good and well thought out. I didn't think that I was rooting for Jaycee and King at first but Meech deserved to get his Karma just as Vic did too even as the cost of losing everyone to make him. This was a great read everyone need to read this story because it touches on home.
This book was so good and well thought out. I didn't think that I was rooting for Jaycee and King at first but Meech deserved to get his Karma just as Vic did too even as the cost of losing everyone to make him. This was a great read everyone need to read this story because it touches on home.
October 3, 2017
Tonya-Review
I was liking Meech and Jaycee together but she and King did the Ultimately no- no. I felt Rita pain but Victoria was innocent in all this. I was Glad that Meech walk away. He should have put crazy it Nyasia in her place. Vic mess up. Well in this book it's seems to me there wasn't true friends. A great read I can't wait to read moreof your books
I was liking Meech and Jaycee together but she and King did the Ultimately no- no. I felt Rita pain but Victoria was innocent in all this. I was Glad that Meech walk away. He should have put crazy it Nyasia in her place. Vic mess up. Well in this book it's seems to me there wasn't true friends. A great read I can't wait to read moreof your books
November 11, 2017
Well!
I will say that I was disappointed that Meech and Jaycee didn't make it. Life can take you through obstacles, but there is always light at the end of the tunnel. I can't believe that Vic of all people was given a second chance. He was the biggest fool of them all. I gave this story four stars.
I will say that I was disappointed that Meech and Jaycee didn't make it. Life can take you through obstacles, but there is always light at the end of the tunnel. I can't believe that Vic of all people was given a second chance. He was the biggest fool of them all. I gave this story four stars.
August 28, 2017
OMG 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
This book was EVERYTHING!!!! I knew when k started the is book that in was gone love it cause let's face it Danielle is bomb afffff! I dont wanna give to much away but y'all get this book! I cried real life tears! It took me
This book was EVERYTHING!!!! I knew when k started the is book that in was gone love it cause let's face it Danielle is bomb afffff! I dont wanna give to much away but y'all get this book! I cried real life tears! It took me
August 28, 2017
Great read
This was a very emotional book. I was literally lost and sad but happy because it real life explained how everything can be what it's not. I feel that it ended how it should have and not drawn out.
This was a very emotional book. I was literally lost and sad but happy because it real life explained how everything can be what it's not. I feel that it ended how it should have and not drawn out.
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September 1, 2017Truth
Everything you want, is always what you need. I want away so much, but I don't want to give anything away. Just know excellent read, and proof that everything happens for a reason!
Everything you want, is always what you need. I want away so much, but I don't want to give anything away. Just know excellent read, and proof that everything happens for a reason!
September 7, 2017
Really good read
This was my first time trying this author. I really enjoyed the read. The characters and how it all came together. I know this was a stand alone but I hope to see more of Jaycee and Rico.
This was my first time trying this author. I really enjoyed the read. The characters and how it all came together. I know this was a stand alone but I hope to see more of Jaycee and Rico.
September 12, 2017
Not a fan of loving the crew
This was a tough read for me. I understand that you have to follow your heart but all these characters are messy af. All these loving the crew, confused people should not be friends.
This was a tough read for me. I understand that you have to follow your heart but all these characters are messy af. All these loving the crew, confused people should not be friends.
September 18, 2017
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It's funny how you can love a man so hard and you end up finding yourself lost without him.. I am at a loss for words with this one. Ri was a good girl and she didn't deserve what happened. I guess she really was foolish
It's funny how you can love a man so hard and you end up finding yourself lost without him.. I am at a loss for words with this one. Ri was a good girl and she didn't deserve what happened. I guess she really was foolish
September 21, 2017
Pretty Good
First of all the fact that this was a STANDALONE made this book pretty damn good. The characters were still developed well and it was a good storyline. This book could have been EASILY drawn out BUT I'm SO glad it wasn't!!!
First of all the fact that this was a STANDALONE made this book pretty damn good. The characters were still developed well and it was a good storyline. This book could have been EASILY drawn out BUT I'm SO glad it wasn't!!!
December 16, 2017
Dang!
I did not see this ending like this! Rita dying had me in tears. She didn’t deserve that. Jaycee was foul for coming between two brothers like that. She knew Meech wasn’t going to just let it go smh
I did not see this ending like this! Rita dying had me in tears. She didn’t deserve that. Jaycee was foul for coming between two brothers like that. She knew Meech wasn’t going to just let it go smh
November 30, 2018
Great!!!
I so loved how this wasn't the typical story and the typical ending. I loved all the characters I was sad though but it's really how life works this didn't seem like a book it was real shit in here lol
I so loved how this wasn't the typical story and the typical ending. I loved all the characters I was sad though but it's really how life works this didn't seem like a book it was real shit in here lol
August 26, 2017
Foolish
Danielle I really enjoy this book. We all have been foolish for someone before but when we get our life together we see the real us. Ready for your next project.
Danielle I really enjoy this book. We all have been foolish for someone before but when we get our life together we see the real us. Ready for your next project.
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