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Hold My Heart Don't Break It
Have you ever fallen? Fallen so deep it was impossible to regain your balance let alone stand again? Have you ever loved? Loved so hard you didn’t take a moment to analyze how quickly you gave your heart, body, mind, and soul away . . . only for it to be taken for granted? Meet Normani Lee Gooding, a twenty-year-old rich suburban girl with a strong addiction to thugs. At a young age, she was trained how to talk properly, walk with grace, and conduct her life with proper etiquette because her father is the very well respected and beloved mayor, and she is constantly in the public eye. However, daddy dearest is the man he portrays to be. To the public, he’s a rich politician that invested wisely into his lucrative businesses but to the streets he’s Roman, the plug. When his identity begins to unfold, his family lives are put in danger. With so many snakes in his garden, will he be able to identify them before it’s too late? Taking advantage of her father’s lack of focus, Normani disobeys the strict orders she’s always followed and jumps head first into danger zone, the hood. Flashy jewelry, loose dreads, platinum grills, sagging jeans, and Jordans, the basic hood nigga’s swag, immediately draws sweet Normani in but what happens when there are sinister intentions behind such an unconventional union? Dru is your typical hood nigga. When his crackhead mother leaves him to fend for himself and his three little sisters, he finds himself in a bind. Erin, the woman that captured his heart and the mother of his child, stands by his side through thick and thin. Nickeling and dining on the block isn’t even enough to make ends meet until his sister, Nita, puts together what is supposed to be a harmless get-rich-quick scheme. They say love is a powerful thing, and loving the right person has proven to be beautiful, but loving the wrong person can be the very thing used to orchestrate your demise. In this gritty street romance, you’ll learn what happens when you mistakenly give your heart to the wrong person to hold, to cherish.
278 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2017
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October 3, 2017
Great comeback
So let just say the book in not your average fall in love book they are snakes all throughout this book and baby when I tell you it keeps your attention it keeps your attention I hope I don't have to wait long four part 2. I really hate how it ended the suspense is real great comeback Lucinda you did great girl.
So let just say the book in not your average fall in love book they are snakes all throughout this book and baby when I tell you it keeps your attention it keeps your attention I hope I don't have to wait long four part 2. I really hate how it ended the suspense is real great comeback Lucinda you did great girl.
October 3, 2017
Fire🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
This book was Lit! Dru is a f*boy and I can’t wait until Wicked gets a hold of him. I really liked Normani . She wasn’t as weak as she seemed and I hope she’s okay. I can’t wait to see what happens in part 2.
This book was Lit! Dru is a f*boy and I can’t wait until Wicked gets a hold of him. I really liked Normani . She wasn’t as weak as she seemed and I hope she’s okay. I can’t wait to see what happens in part 2.
October 4, 2017
💯💯BANGER ALERT!!!!!!!💯💯
I've gotta say this book was everything I absolutely knew in my entire soul it would be!!!! I didn't predict ANY of the events that took place. Normani was soooooo naive, her penchant for bad boys, plus the fact that she wanted to love Dru was her downfall. She was literally preyed upon from jump!!!!! Each character was seemingly more diabolical than the next. I can't wait to see how Wicked plays into all this. All I have to say is if you haven't had the utter Joy, Privilege, Delight and pure anticipation of reading any of Lucinda Johns works you're truly missing out!!!!! Its crazy because one moment you're hoping Dru figures shit out and does the right thing, then the next moment you're in shock and wishing he would fall into a vat of acid!!!! Please please please reward yourself and Read this series!!!! High Five Bihhhhhhhh!!!! Lucinda has done it Again💯💯💯💯💯💯
I've gotta say this book was everything I absolutely knew in my entire soul it would be!!!! I didn't predict ANY of the events that took place. Normani was soooooo naive, her penchant for bad boys, plus the fact that she wanted to love Dru was her downfall. She was literally preyed upon from jump!!!!! Each character was seemingly more diabolical than the next. I can't wait to see how Wicked plays into all this. All I have to say is if you haven't had the utter Joy, Privilege, Delight and pure anticipation of reading any of Lucinda Johns works you're truly missing out!!!!! Its crazy because one moment you're hoping Dru figures shit out and does the right thing, then the next moment you're in shock and wishing he would fall into a vat of acid!!!! Please please please reward yourself and Read this series!!!! High Five Bihhhhhhhh!!!! Lucinda has done it Again💯💯💯💯💯💯
October 5, 2017
I enjoyed this read even though it reminded me of her other book Love in the Trap.
October 7, 2017
3 1/2 *
I enjoyed this storyline but their was couple of things that annoyed me . One the editing issues was just too much . Two I hated all the label dropping too excessive . Last but not least it was Normani and her gullible a$$ too be so naïve was just shameful . The good part of this book was it was different and interesting kept my attention throughout . I can't wait for Dru to get what he deserves .
I enjoyed this storyline but their was couple of things that annoyed me . One the editing issues was just too much . Two I hated all the label dropping too excessive . Last but not least it was Normani and her gullible a$$ too be so naïve was just shameful . The good part of this book was it was different and interesting kept my attention throughout . I can't wait for Dru to get what he deserves .
October 5, 2017
Heart Broken
National Best Selling Author Lucinda John has come back on the scene dropping nothing but fiya with her dope pen game ! This series drew me in automatically from the beginning page until I got to the cliff hanger! She even gave a nugget of a sneek peek for her next series! I'm definitely ready for part 2 and the new series!
National Best Selling Author Lucinda John has come back on the scene dropping nothing but fiya with her dope pen game ! This series drew me in automatically from the beginning page until I got to the cliff hanger! She even gave a nugget of a sneek peek for her next series! I'm definitely ready for part 2 and the new series!
October 6, 2017
Another One 💣💣💣💣💣
👑🖊Let me just say Lucinda you never disappoint me EVER. I have been rocking with you through 29 books 📚. Normally when finished I'm like damn that's BAE. But this n***a Dru is a whole F Boy to the fullest. My heart breaks for Normani. You can't trust no one.The power of that good D ain't nothing nice. Can't wait for part 2.
👑🖊Let me just say Lucinda you never disappoint me EVER. I have been rocking with you through 29 books 📚. Normally when finished I'm like damn that's BAE. But this n***a Dru is a whole F Boy to the fullest. My heart breaks for Normani. You can't trust no one.The power of that good D ain't nothing nice. Can't wait for part 2.
October 15, 2017
I knew it sis
Omg this story didnt go at all how I thought it would go. Like literally everytime I thought I had it figured out it was a new turn. I loved how you played with the characters and had me guessing what angle people were coming from. I thouroughly enjoyed this and I cant wait for part two.
Omg this story didnt go at all how I thought it would go. Like literally everytime I thought I had it figured out it was a new turn. I loved how you played with the characters and had me guessing what angle people were coming from. I thouroughly enjoyed this and I cant wait for part two.
October 17, 2017
Wow
Dru was a dirty b****. I was hoping that it turned out a little differently, but I guess money is the root of all evil! The lure of money made these ppl act stone cold crazy! I feel bad for Normani b she truly had a good heart and just wanted to be loved. Guess she should listened to her daddy about Dru after all....
Dru was a dirty b****. I was hoping that it turned out a little differently, but I guess money is the root of all evil! The lure of money made these ppl act stone cold crazy! I feel bad for Normani b she truly had a good heart and just wanted to be loved. Guess she should listened to her daddy about Dru after all....
October 21, 2017
Niceeee
I have this read 5 stars because it warrants just that. The storyline was realistic and the character's were intriguing. The drama and lies were at an all time high. It was nice to disloyalty in a different aspect other then drugs. Anxious for part 2😎🤗
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I have this read 5 stars because it warrants just that. The storyline was realistic and the character's were intriguing. The drama and lies were at an all time high. It was nice to disloyalty in a different aspect other then drugs. Anxious for part 2😎🤗
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October 4, 2017
Damn
This book was good from start to finish. Poor Normani she was so love stuck that she was blind to a lot . Can't wait for part 2 to come out I just know Lucinda John gonna come out the box with it. Dont want to give to much away but great read
This book was good from start to finish. Poor Normani she was so love stuck that she was blind to a lot . Can't wait for part 2 to come out I just know Lucinda John gonna come out the box with it. Dont want to give to much away but great read
October 5, 2017
Lu!!!!
Man I loved this book! I need Dru dirty dick ass to pay for what he did. I hope Normani is okay but I have a feeling that Wicked is her brother and they are hiding her until she heals and comes back to wipe them out. I need this book ASAP
Man I loved this book! I need Dru dirty dick ass to pay for what he did. I hope Normani is okay but I have a feeling that Wicked is her brother and they are hiding her until she heals and comes back to wipe them out. I need this book ASAP
October 5, 2017
The book was okay, wasn’t my favorite by Lucinda John tho. I couldn’t understand why on earth the book ended an hour and some minutes early. I understand she was introducing her new book but omg a whole hour???
October 6, 2017
Loss for words
To say this book was good is an understatement. It was a straight banger. Normani was so naive. I wanted to jump through the book and slap her so many times. The ending though. I can't wait for part 2!!!!
To say this book was good is an understatement. It was a straight banger. Normani was so naive. I wanted to jump through the book and slap her so many times. The ending though. I can't wait for part 2!!!!
October 8, 2017
😱
I am too through with Dru, Nita and Erin! How grimey can you be?! I felt bad for Normani but she was being way too naïve. Karen thought she was really doing something too lol! I can't wait for part 2!
I am too through with Dru, Nita and Erin! How grimey can you be?! I felt bad for Normani but she was being way too naïve. Karen thought she was really doing something too lol! I can't wait for part 2!
October 9, 2017
Awesome Read
I like how the book was relatable. Rather we as women want to admit it we’ve all done some crazy things for the D. Though Dru was wrong it was all about the come up by any means necessary. I can’t wait for part 2.
I like how the book was relatable. Rather we as women want to admit it we’ve all done some crazy things for the D. Though Dru was wrong it was all about the come up by any means necessary. I can’t wait for part 2.
October 15, 2017
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Wonderful. This book had me at page one. Omg I could not put this book down. Lucinda girl you did the damn thing with this one. Can't wait for part two. I hope Dru ass gets what's coming to him.
Wonderful. This book had me at page one. Omg I could not put this book down. Lucinda girl you did the damn thing with this one. Can't wait for part two. I hope Dru ass gets what's coming to him.
January 13, 2018
Predictable, kinda boring
I don’t know why this author chooses to stop her books at 80% on the Kindle that’s annoying. This book was kind of boring and predictable. I mean we all know how it will end back and forth with people getting killed and Dru ending up losing!
I don’t know why this author chooses to stop her books at 80% on the Kindle that’s annoying. This book was kind of boring and predictable. I mean we all know how it will end back and forth with people getting killed and Dru ending up losing!
June 2, 2018
Hold it.
Not what I was expecting, I thought this would be more of Love story. It was an ok read. I wanted more from Nita. A lot was going on at the end and I thought it was a standalone since it read like it was coming to an end.
Not what I was expecting, I thought this would be more of Love story. It was an ok read. I wanted more from Nita. A lot was going on at the end and I thought it was a standalone since it read like it was coming to an end.
January 16, 2020
ANOTHER BANGER!!!!! SO SO SO SO SO SO SO GOOD!!!! I NEED PART 2!!!!!!!!!!!
On a scale of 1-10 with 1 being absolute trash and 10 being good as good can be:
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline 10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
On a scale of 1-10 with 1 being absolute trash and 10 being good as good can be:
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline 10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
September 30, 2022
I absolutely freakin hate dru I hope he get what he deserves he's nothing but a snake . I need a part 2 like asap I read this book in 1 day and I'm feining for the next part pllleeaasseee don't leave us hanging we need closure lol
October 12, 2017
Excellent
This book was good from the beginning to the end. I would recommend this book. Can't wait to read part 2.
This book was good from the beginning to the end. I would recommend this book. Can't wait to read part 2.
October 19, 2017
Not her best work
This book is most definitely not her best work. I found myself skipping several pages cause it was boring and the plot was just so blah.
This book is most definitely not her best work. I found myself skipping several pages cause it was boring and the plot was just so blah.
October 27, 2017
Great book!
Looking forward to part two to see what happens with Normani! I really hope she comes out on top she deserves it!
Looking forward to part two to see what happens with Normani! I really hope she comes out on top she deserves it!
May 3, 2018
Great read
Really great book I hate dru. For the things that he did to normani she was a very sweet girl with a very big heart
Really great book I hate dru. For the things that he did to normani she was a very sweet girl with a very big heart
August 24, 2018
Well I'll be damn!!!
What goes around comes around and karma has a way of showing up and showing out and I can't wait to see the outcome!!!
What goes around comes around and karma has a way of showing up and showing out and I can't wait to see the outcome!!!
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