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The Underworld series
The Sentencing : The Underworld Finale
The second part of the finale of The Underworld series. The finale of The Underworld series. The Underworld series is a street-crime collection that begins with Please Catch My Soul, Pointe of No Return, From His Rib, The Christ Family, Stranger In My Eyes, Resentment, Redemption, Orange Moon, Before You Judge, Arraignment 3 and The Sentencing. There is not a book on Sasha or Noel Knight. Text NAKOEXPO to 22828
253 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 10, 2017
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About the author
Nako
105 books439 followersNakoreya “Nako” Roberson is a native of Atlanta, Georgia studying Mass Communications, Political Science, and Spanish at the illustrious Jackson State University. Upon signing her publishing deal in December 2014, her first book debuted on Amazon.com only one month later and she’s written thirty-three (33) novels to date. She’s become an accomplished and successful author overnight and is planning on additional releases within this year.
Her first national release, The Connect’s Wife, ranked within the top one hundred (100) releases and was number one (#1) in the following categories: African American Romance, Urban Fiction, and African American Fiction. At twenty-two, Nako has already made her mark on the literary world. Through the formation of her newly-established publishing company, NakoEXPO, she’s dedicated and determined to assist other talented authors in the literary world to bring their projects to fruition. Her ultimate goal is to assist other authors in realizing their true potential and change the world one novel at a time.
CEO of NakoEXPO Publishing
● Successfully published and released seventeen novels
● Eight Best-selling novels
● Sold 50,000 copies of her debut novel, The Connect’s Wife, within the first six months
● Nominated for E-Book of the Year and Reader’s Choice Awards (Other nominees are New York Times Best-sellers and Nako is the youngest nominee in both categories)
● Author of The Connect’s Wife series, The Chanel Cavette Story, If We Ruled the World, and Love in the Ghetto
● Founder of mentorship program entitled, Molding Girls into Jacksonian Women
● Over three hundred (300) girls have been mentored since the organization’s inception in 2014
AREAS OF INTEREST
● Keynote Speaker – Topics range from Publishing, Character Development, and Pursing Your Dreams
● Philanthropist- Bullying, Overcoming Low Self-Esteem, and Navigating through Toxic Relationships
● January 2014, launched The Passport, a personal guide for women striving to find their “stamps” in life. Once a month, Nako releases a “stamp” to her followers geared towards reaching contentment.
www.NakoEXPO.com
cometoatlanta@gmail.com for BOOKING
Her first national release, The Connect’s Wife, ranked within the top one hundred (100) releases and was number one (#1) in the following categories: African American Romance, Urban Fiction, and African American Fiction. At twenty-two, Nako has already made her mark on the literary world. Through the formation of her newly-established publishing company, NakoEXPO, she’s dedicated and determined to assist other talented authors in the literary world to bring their projects to fruition. Her ultimate goal is to assist other authors in realizing their true potential and change the world one novel at a time.
CEO of NakoEXPO Publishing
● Successfully published and released seventeen novels
● Eight Best-selling novels
● Sold 50,000 copies of her debut novel, The Connect’s Wife, within the first six months
● Nominated for E-Book of the Year and Reader’s Choice Awards (Other nominees are New York Times Best-sellers and Nako is the youngest nominee in both categories)
● Author of The Connect’s Wife series, The Chanel Cavette Story, If We Ruled the World, and Love in the Ghetto
● Founder of mentorship program entitled, Molding Girls into Jacksonian Women
● Over three hundred (300) girls have been mentored since the organization’s inception in 2014
AREAS OF INTEREST
● Keynote Speaker – Topics range from Publishing, Character Development, and Pursing Your Dreams
● Philanthropist- Bullying, Overcoming Low Self-Esteem, and Navigating through Toxic Relationships
● January 2014, launched The Passport, a personal guide for women striving to find their “stamps” in life. Once a month, Nako releases a “stamp” to her followers geared towards reaching contentment.
www.NakoEXPO.com
cometoatlanta@gmail.com for BOOKING
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December 14, 2017
Sensational
I have enjoyed reading every book in this series & The Sentencing was the perfect ending. Since book 1, Please Catch My Soul, as well as the subsequent, these Underworld characters have kept me intrigued & held me hostage reading. As the verdicts were read, I felt I was present in the courtroom. Well written with such an incredible storyline, this is a series I will never forget. Bravo & Kudos to Nako for writing & sharing such a captivating series! #StillteamLo
I have enjoyed reading every book in this series & The Sentencing was the perfect ending. Since book 1, Please Catch My Soul, as well as the subsequent, these Underworld characters have kept me intrigued & held me hostage reading. As the verdicts were read, I felt I was present in the courtroom. Well written with such an incredible storyline, this is a series I will never forget. Bravo & Kudos to Nako for writing & sharing such a captivating series! #StillteamLo
December 13, 2017
EMOTIONAL. PHENOMENAL. RAW. UNCUT I was taking on an emotional rollercoaster and I'm still on it. I cried, laughed, got angry, & sooo much. This read felt so real. I was and still is absorbed with The Underworld. It is a series like none author. Big ups to Nako!! She always deliver and never disappoints.
December 25, 2020
Outstanding series!
Wow Nako my emotions are all over the place! Papa oh my God I am so sad😭! Nasir still an arrogant butthole! Sean, really smart move and so happy for him and Doc! Lauren, I pray she finds peace and contemptment, Lord knows she deserves it. I still feel like Sloane, Jordyn and Russell didn't get there karma! Miko, I still don't like her much and my Lil Baby Malachi, I pray he gets some peace out of all he endured, I really felt like Jade didn't deserve him. I hate Demi that is all!!! Seriously though Nako, you really wrote the hell out of this book! I enjoyed all 12 books and I feel like I'm leaving behind a part of my family! I really need this to be a movie frfr!!! Thank you for the ride and I look for many more great reads in the future! Thanks for the tears, victories, ups, downs and so many emotions! 😪😪😪😪😍😍😍
Wow Nako my emotions are all over the place! Papa oh my God I am so sad😭! Nasir still an arrogant butthole! Sean, really smart move and so happy for him and Doc! Lauren, I pray she finds peace and contemptment, Lord knows she deserves it. I still feel like Sloane, Jordyn and Russell didn't get there karma! Miko, I still don't like her much and my Lil Baby Malachi, I pray he gets some peace out of all he endured, I really felt like Jade didn't deserve him. I hate Demi that is all!!! Seriously though Nako, you really wrote the hell out of this book! I enjoyed all 12 books and I feel like I'm leaving behind a part of my family! I really need this to be a movie frfr!!! Thank you for the ride and I look for many more great reads in the future! Thanks for the tears, victories, ups, downs and so many emotions! 😪😪😪😪😍😍😍
September 1, 2025
😭
I literally burst into tears 30% into this book, lord, it felt like someone ripped my heart out of my chest. The sentencing was so tense and heartbreaking. I understand the why behind Demi’s decisions but she went about things the wrong way. I can’t lie, I was hoping for lighter sentences or like the crew would somehow come out on top. But the other part of me was so invested in the legal aspect- like why the DA and other attorneys were so eager to put the crew down. They had a strong case.. 🫠so so good!
I literally burst into tears 30% into this book, lord, it felt like someone ripped my heart out of my chest. The sentencing was so tense and heartbreaking. I understand the why behind Demi’s decisions but she went about things the wrong way. I can’t lie, I was hoping for lighter sentences or like the crew would somehow come out on top. But the other part of me was so invested in the legal aspect- like why the DA and other attorneys were so eager to put the crew down. They had a strong case.. 🫠so so good!
January 16, 2020
Done
I can tell Nako put her heart ❤️ into this series. I literally read all other series and standalones prior to settling down and reading the underworld so I already had a glimpse of Nasir. No character has ever captivated and manipulated me through a book like him as I put myself in Lo’s shoes over and over again. All of the characters spoke to me and hade me riding this wave through the underworld. Magnificent series!
I can tell Nako put her heart ❤️ into this series. I literally read all other series and standalones prior to settling down and reading the underworld so I already had a glimpse of Nasir. No character has ever captivated and manipulated me through a book like him as I put myself in Lo’s shoes over and over again. All of the characters spoke to me and hade me riding this wave through the underworld. Magnificent series!
December 13, 2017
I’m really sad that this is coming to an end. I’m heartbroken. I was really hoping for a happy ending for all of them, but I know that’s not realistic. But why did you have do Papa and Mj like that? Anyways another 5 star banger under your belt. Looking forward to whatever is coming next, because I know it will be fire.
April 16, 2019
WOW, WOW, and double WOW...this deserved more than the 5 stars!!!
This finale was nothing like any finale..... Where can I start:
Malachi and Jade, hummm, I knew she couldn't find a better man than Malachi and she realized it too late (bad for her); Malachi disappointed me a little bit, but being in jail for a day or fifty years is no joke(personal) and it takes a lot to be able to do the time.
Papa and Demi, why? Why? Why? And Why? They didn't deserve this.... Why? Demi needed to grow up, but come on, not so harsh like this; and Papa didn't need to go out like that....
Lauren"Lo" well, I am mixed. I think she should have stayed longer then again, after what she went thru from Nas, I guess she could be ok. She needs to get her act together because now she has a good man.
Jordyn, man do your thing... I mean she actually was the one to come out better than the others, then again, she is lonely and Ramone can only stand her.
Miko, well I liked her but she needs to stop being angry and have a chip on her shoulder like that. She needs to see that Nash is a good man
MJ, well, the only thing I could say was that, she didn't have to go like that....
And finally Nasir "Nas", man... When a boss you will always be a boss. This man right here definitely was a boss, a kingpin and if it was him that was out, I know the others in would have had a better way of dealing with their circumstances. He still doing his thing...the jury, Ramone, Zora... Yep, he is doing all and everything he wants.
Then Sean, can't say anything except being disappointed because I don't think he should have gotten off like that. He needed to do the same amount of time, cope-out...
All of the other characters were so refreshing and needed to soften all that is was serious in this book, because, this book was very serious. This deserved more than the 5 stars!!
This finale was nothing like any finale..... Where can I start:
Malachi and Jade, hummm, I knew she couldn't find a better man than Malachi and she realized it too late (bad for her); Malachi disappointed me a little bit, but being in jail for a day or fifty years is no joke(personal) and it takes a lot to be able to do the time.
Papa and Demi, why? Why? Why? And Why? They didn't deserve this.... Why? Demi needed to grow up, but come on, not so harsh like this; and Papa didn't need to go out like that....
Lauren"Lo" well, I am mixed. I think she should have stayed longer then again, after what she went thru from Nas, I guess she could be ok. She needs to get her act together because now she has a good man.
Jordyn, man do your thing... I mean she actually was the one to come out better than the others, then again, she is lonely and Ramone can only stand her.
Miko, well I liked her but she needs to stop being angry and have a chip on her shoulder like that. She needs to see that Nash is a good man
MJ, well, the only thing I could say was that, she didn't have to go like that....
And finally Nasir "Nas", man... When a boss you will always be a boss. This man right here definitely was a boss, a kingpin and if it was him that was out, I know the others in would have had a better way of dealing with their circumstances. He still doing his thing...the jury, Ramone, Zora... Yep, he is doing all and everything he wants.
Then Sean, can't say anything except being disappointed because I don't think he should have gotten off like that. He needed to do the same amount of time, cope-out...
All of the other characters were so refreshing and needed to soften all that is was serious in this book, because, this book was very serious. This deserved more than the 5 stars!!
December 17, 2017
The end
I will truly miss this series, but it was such a different series than anything that I’ve read.
Truly pleased with every word and every book Nako hasn’t taking the time to write. All of her characters are well thought out and they become like personal friends, you be come so invested in all of them. Nako I know you’ve had people who have left horrible reviews and I honestly don’t know why. You were touched by God. I’ve been hooked since TCW series.
The Sentencing was nothing short of amazing as far a writing goes. I was so sad to see MJ is gone, but so glad to see her daughter and her old love come back in play. To see she’s so much like her mom made me smile.
Demi finally growing up, and coming into her own was needed.
Sadden by Malachi he was always one of my favorites in the underworld. He’s such an honorable man and to see what prison did to him broke my heart.
Nas makes you have this love and hate with him. I still loved his character though. He’s definitely an asshole. Lol
Papa him being put to death is so sad and heartbreaking, but as in life you do the crime you do the time.
I could go on overall I’m so proud of you book and this story and I honestly can’t wait to see this on the big screen. I believe it’s going to happen for you.
Don’t let hateful negative people get you down. They don’t know what goes into writing a great book or series like you do. Keep your head up you are a blessed woman.
I will truly miss this series, but it was such a different series than anything that I’ve read.
Truly pleased with every word and every book Nako hasn’t taking the time to write. All of her characters are well thought out and they become like personal friends, you be come so invested in all of them. Nako I know you’ve had people who have left horrible reviews and I honestly don’t know why. You were touched by God. I’ve been hooked since TCW series.
The Sentencing was nothing short of amazing as far a writing goes. I was so sad to see MJ is gone, but so glad to see her daughter and her old love come back in play. To see she’s so much like her mom made me smile.
Demi finally growing up, and coming into her own was needed.
Sadden by Malachi he was always one of my favorites in the underworld. He’s such an honorable man and to see what prison did to him broke my heart.
Nas makes you have this love and hate with him. I still loved his character though. He’s definitely an asshole. Lol
Papa him being put to death is so sad and heartbreaking, but as in life you do the crime you do the time.
I could go on overall I’m so proud of you book and this story and I honestly can’t wait to see this on the big screen. I believe it’s going to happen for you.
Don’t let hateful negative people get you down. They don’t know what goes into writing a great book or series like you do. Keep your head up you are a blessed woman.
August 2, 2018
Best series ever💯👏👏👏👏💞💞💞💞
Wow what a great job👏👏👏... Dang where to start??? I'm so excited and sad that this is over... Lo,Nas, Papa, Sean, Chi ,Mj.... I'm going to miss them all. Nako your a very blessed author. May God continue to bless your hands .. You are appreciated💯💕... This is a MUST READ 💯
Wow what a great job👏👏👏... Dang where to start??? I'm so excited and sad that this is over... Lo,Nas, Papa, Sean, Chi ,Mj.... I'm going to miss them all. Nako your a very blessed author. May God continue to bless your hands .. You are appreciated💯💕... This is a MUST READ 💯
June 9, 2021
It’s the end of the road
I think this series ended well. Nako had some tricks up her sleeve concerning the future of the Underworld. Some I could see and some I would not have imagined like the paternity of Lauren’s baby. I still miss MJ.
I think this series ended well. Nako had some tricks up her sleeve concerning the future of the Underworld. Some I could see and some I would not have imagined like the paternity of Lauren’s baby. I still miss MJ.
December 14, 2017
WARNING: An emotional rollercoaster page turning edge of your seat kind of book
Nako, if keeping it 💯 to the game is what you were trying to do then lady you most definitely succeeded. (WARNING SPOILER ALERT)
I'm mainly writing this review not only to make sure others don't by pass a Phenomenal book and author, but I needed to purge all these emotions.
Ok NaKoreya Roberson, you know me I always have to break down your books; don't judge😳. Sooooo Nako this: "The Sentencing" first let me tell you, IT WAS THE💣💣💣💣💣 most definitely a five star book, I could not put it down. But girl it had and still has me all up in my FEELINGS!!! I mean I really feel some type of way about how my peeps lives played out. I mean MJ dead, Papa got the chair, so he dead 🙇 I can't even talk about East and Nia it makes me to sad😢😵 Chi REALLY trying to kill himself not once, but what three times REALLY?!?!?!😱 I loved Sean's ending, Jackie didn't deserve him, never did! he and the doctor were always perfect; even when he didn't know it. Nasir SMDH at him he ain't never gone change he done sucked in another girls life to do life with him, and then he has the nerve to admit that if he was not in prison he wouldn't be with her at all, REALLY DUDE, I mean REALLY!?!?!?!? But he was Nas to the end through and through he, Papa, Sean, and even MJ stayed true to themselves to the end and I have to respect their gangster. But I lost all kinds of respect for Chi and East, again SMDH Chi was a convenient gangster. After all the ish you did how you gone let prison break you, FEDERAL Prison at that, my niggas really. And East you know all the grimy stuff Nas has done to not only Jordan but Lo too and you really thought that she was going to do 50 with that niggas, the judge said I sentence you to 50 not y'all to 50. Don't get me wrong I am and was not a fan of Jordan's and I really didn't like how she was sneak feeding more evidence to the popo, but if she had stayed and held him DOWN, then she would have been fool of the century. And on top of that he, (East) got the nerve to judge someone else's loyalty to their husband while he being and has been all kinds of disloyal and disrespectful to his wife. Girl I could go on and on, but I won't as you see this book had me feeling all kinds of emotions, and I still can't get out of my feeling. And it's all your fault for being such an amazing writer this series took us on a journey you made me feel like I actually knew these people, that they were my friends in my head. I kicked with Lo, and tried to give her advice about Nas, but girl she wouldn't listen to me😞 I smoked blunts with MJ while having deep conversations about life and love. Nina, East and I were the closest though, because I loved their relationship so much and lived vicariously through them. Oh yea when the jury was killed I thought Sasha did it I thought that's who came to visit Nas in prison to say the deed was done. Nako, YES!!!! You sent me on an emotional rollercoaster ride with this book that I've still yet to recover from, but lady I must say you kept it 💯, because in real life this is usually how the game is played out. BRAVO LADY! BRAVO!!! YOU KILLING the GAME😘😘😘
Nako, if keeping it 💯 to the game is what you were trying to do then lady you most definitely succeeded. (WARNING SPOILER ALERT)
I'm mainly writing this review not only to make sure others don't by pass a Phenomenal book and author, but I needed to purge all these emotions.
Ok NaKoreya Roberson, you know me I always have to break down your books; don't judge😳. Sooooo Nako this: "The Sentencing" first let me tell you, IT WAS THE💣💣💣💣💣 most definitely a five star book, I could not put it down. But girl it had and still has me all up in my FEELINGS!!! I mean I really feel some type of way about how my peeps lives played out. I mean MJ dead, Papa got the chair, so he dead 🙇 I can't even talk about East and Nia it makes me to sad😢😵 Chi REALLY trying to kill himself not once, but what three times REALLY?!?!?!😱 I loved Sean's ending, Jackie didn't deserve him, never did! he and the doctor were always perfect; even when he didn't know it. Nasir SMDH at him he ain't never gone change he done sucked in another girls life to do life with him, and then he has the nerve to admit that if he was not in prison he wouldn't be with her at all, REALLY DUDE, I mean REALLY!?!?!?!? But he was Nas to the end through and through he, Papa, Sean, and even MJ stayed true to themselves to the end and I have to respect their gangster. But I lost all kinds of respect for Chi and East, again SMDH Chi was a convenient gangster. After all the ish you did how you gone let prison break you, FEDERAL Prison at that, my niggas really. And East you know all the grimy stuff Nas has done to not only Jordan but Lo too and you really thought that she was going to do 50 with that niggas, the judge said I sentence you to 50 not y'all to 50. Don't get me wrong I am and was not a fan of Jordan's and I really didn't like how she was sneak feeding more evidence to the popo, but if she had stayed and held him DOWN, then she would have been fool of the century. And on top of that he, (East) got the nerve to judge someone else's loyalty to their husband while he being and has been all kinds of disloyal and disrespectful to his wife. Girl I could go on and on, but I won't as you see this book had me feeling all kinds of emotions, and I still can't get out of my feeling. And it's all your fault for being such an amazing writer this series took us on a journey you made me feel like I actually knew these people, that they were my friends in my head. I kicked with Lo, and tried to give her advice about Nas, but girl she wouldn't listen to me😞 I smoked blunts with MJ while having deep conversations about life and love. Nina, East and I were the closest though, because I loved their relationship so much and lived vicariously through them. Oh yea when the jury was killed I thought Sasha did it I thought that's who came to visit Nas in prison to say the deed was done. Nako, YES!!!! You sent me on an emotional rollercoaster ride with this book that I've still yet to recover from, but lady I must say you kept it 💯, because in real life this is usually how the game is played out. BRAVO LADY! BRAVO!!! YOU KILLING the GAME😘😘😘
August 12, 2020
All good things must come to an end
I gave this a four because I could not figure out for the life of me how Sasha was not locked up too. Like she just dropped from the face of earth. I also wish there were details about Nas smashing Noel and MJ. These were things I as a reader needed closure on. I hated how Nas and Malachi were mad at Sean for being smart enough to protect himself from going to jail. They never respected his opinion on the Underworld and had they listened to him maybe things would have turned out different for them. Papa did understand though and out of everyone he was the most insane and he showed that in court. Demi really brought that empire down with her stupidity all she had to do was lawyer up and call Papa when they pulled her over. She deserves that cold shoulder but not the kids,Papa dropped the ball with that. Malachi Poor thing jail has taken a toll on him and he is so depressed and Made is feeling every bit of him being away. Miko I have no words for because she was not a good friend and only was a friend when she was down and out. Worst type of chick to be around and so judgemental. HI broke my heart but I can tell her spirit lives in through her child Amirah. My girl Lauren really came out with the best dealt hand. Thank the Lord for a praying momma because she pulled her through that storm. I still think Nas has a hold on her especially now that they finally have a child together. I hope she holds on to Simon and never lets go. That white boy is her savior. My final goodbyes to the Underworldm
I gave this a four because I could not figure out for the life of me how Sasha was not locked up too. Like she just dropped from the face of earth. I also wish there were details about Nas smashing Noel and MJ. These were things I as a reader needed closure on. I hated how Nas and Malachi were mad at Sean for being smart enough to protect himself from going to jail. They never respected his opinion on the Underworld and had they listened to him maybe things would have turned out different for them. Papa did understand though and out of everyone he was the most insane and he showed that in court. Demi really brought that empire down with her stupidity all she had to do was lawyer up and call Papa when they pulled her over. She deserves that cold shoulder but not the kids,Papa dropped the ball with that. Malachi Poor thing jail has taken a toll on him and he is so depressed and Made is feeling every bit of him being away. Miko I have no words for because she was not a good friend and only was a friend when she was down and out. Worst type of chick to be around and so judgemental. HI broke my heart but I can tell her spirit lives in through her child Amirah. My girl Lauren really came out with the best dealt hand. Thank the Lord for a praying momma because she pulled her through that storm. I still think Nas has a hold on her especially now that they finally have a child together. I hope she holds on to Simon and never lets go. That white boy is her savior. My final goodbyes to the Underworldm
January 9, 2018
Man look, so I must say initially I was ready for this series to end when I read MJ’s book or maybe before then, but as I kept reading, I didn’t want it to end. My love for the characters changed A LOT after seeing growth and how they acted. I fell in love w Sean and I’ve always loved Papa. Nas I loved him at first then I hated him for how he treated Lauren. But now I just love him again because he has seen his wrong doings and realizes that he was wrong for a lot of stuff, especially pertaining to Lauren. I’ve never really liked Jordyn and I’m happy she got the hell on. I couldn’t believe how she was doing Nas so Grimey at the end but I guess it is what it is. Never really cared for Jade so it’s whatever w her, but I am sad about Malachi. I wish that he wasn’t so depressed and that he didn’t get so much time. Now Demi, I was soooo freakin mad at her for snitching and then keeping it a secret up until she got on the stand. And my baby Papa, I cried real tears when they gave him the chair 😭😭I cant believe that shit man. I was so disgusted in Demi 🙄 but then again it’s like how can you blame her because she was so sheltered and naive. As the book came to an end, I just realized that I didn’t really want it to stop. I’m happy that Lauren had a baby w Nas, and in reality I really wish they could’ve been together w him out of jail and lived their happily ever after but I didn’t get my way at all in this book lbs.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 12, 2017
Bittersweet
I loved everything about this series! Yes the ending of each book blew me away. I felt a series of emotions throughout each book. I cried, I laughed, I was angry at certain people (decide for yourself I'm no spoiler.) I will miss this series to the point where I will reread it again. They all have a special place in my heart, maybe because so much of it hit home. I grew with these characters like i personally bared witness. And that's what makes a TRUE Author. Nako I look up to you forreal Ma. I look forward to more books and knowledge. I've grown strength from reading this series and embraced things in my life, and walked away from things in my life. People can tell you things about yourself or situations and you don't really get it until you are on the outside looking in. Books allow you to do that. I stepped out of my life and into The Underworld. I allowed myself to feel emotions that I suppressed over the years just by reading that everyone had real personal battles. I thank you Nako for your extraordinary skill. I thank you for pushing on even through your own personal challenges and I thank you for being my Shero🙌. I do have one question... What became of the daughter that Sean had? He mentioned her in his book. Just curious. #damnitsover #nakodiditagain
I loved everything about this series! Yes the ending of each book blew me away. I felt a series of emotions throughout each book. I cried, I laughed, I was angry at certain people (decide for yourself I'm no spoiler.) I will miss this series to the point where I will reread it again. They all have a special place in my heart, maybe because so much of it hit home. I grew with these characters like i personally bared witness. And that's what makes a TRUE Author. Nako I look up to you forreal Ma. I look forward to more books and knowledge. I've grown strength from reading this series and embraced things in my life, and walked away from things in my life. People can tell you things about yourself or situations and you don't really get it until you are on the outside looking in. Books allow you to do that. I stepped out of my life and into The Underworld. I allowed myself to feel emotions that I suppressed over the years just by reading that everyone had real personal battles. I thank you Nako for your extraordinary skill. I thank you for pushing on even through your own personal challenges and I thank you for being my Shero🙌. I do have one question... What became of the daughter that Sean had? He mentioned her in his book. Just curious. #damnitsover #nakodiditagain
January 15, 2018
No more UnderWorld
This series has been an emotional journey for me as a reader. Between Nas/Lo/Jordyn and the other couples and all they went through was draining but in a good way. Wasn't really expecting them to get convicted but that is a reality for the life that they lived. Now when Papa got his sentenced I threw my kindle down and had to get some tissue to stop the tears from flowing cause I felt The Underworlds pain of their brother being sentenced the worst. Simon was the real MVP and how he loved Lo and wanted to still be with her after everything came out even with Sara he stood by her side. I'm still a fan of the women of the UW over the wives and definitely will always be #teamLo. I hated Demi did what she did but understand that Papa was all she knew but she at least was still trying to hold him down even with his sentence of death but he pushed her away and made her forget bout him even when she begged him not to. So glad MJ's daughter got a chance to see that despite her mom not being in her life, that she loved her. Was really hoping that Nas and Lo could've made it work but at least they will always have something special to share and know that despite what they went through love was and will always be there between them!!
This series has been an emotional journey for me as a reader. Between Nas/Lo/Jordyn and the other couples and all they went through was draining but in a good way. Wasn't really expecting them to get convicted but that is a reality for the life that they lived. Now when Papa got his sentenced I threw my kindle down and had to get some tissue to stop the tears from flowing cause I felt The Underworlds pain of their brother being sentenced the worst. Simon was the real MVP and how he loved Lo and wanted to still be with her after everything came out even with Sara he stood by her side. I'm still a fan of the women of the UW over the wives and definitely will always be #teamLo. I hated Demi did what she did but understand that Papa was all she knew but she at least was still trying to hold him down even with his sentence of death but he pushed her away and made her forget bout him even when she begged him not to. So glad MJ's daughter got a chance to see that despite her mom not being in her life, that she loved her. Was really hoping that Nas and Lo could've made it work but at least they will always have something special to share and know that despite what they went through love was and will always be there between them!!
December 11, 2017
The Sentencing, the finale!
The Sentencing was released at 12:30am and i finished at 5:30am with a heavy heart, clouded mind, dried tears and a headache! The book was raw, full of emotion, some laughs, lots of gut wrenching pain and i know i cried four times while reading. I was addicted to finishing, even with work at 8:30am. Silly me, but that’s just how spellbinding Nako is as an author. The Underworld is being sentenced. They’re on trial fighting for their lives but when you do the crime you do the time. In bold letter my guys were being sentenced to 50 years, the death penalty. I felt like i was there, gut wrenching pain just like the day i sat i court with my father as he was sentenced to 36 years to life. That’s how real the Underworld is. Nako i don’t know how you will top this series. Your talent, your gift, your pen is blessed by a higher power. I would’ve never guessed It would end like this. Amazing and breathtaking how words written in a book can pull at your heart and pull emotions out of your chest. I’m seriously speechless. Job well done Nako, this can’t be summed up into words. The end of a legacy.
The Sentencing was released at 12:30am and i finished at 5:30am with a heavy heart, clouded mind, dried tears and a headache! The book was raw, full of emotion, some laughs, lots of gut wrenching pain and i know i cried four times while reading. I was addicted to finishing, even with work at 8:30am. Silly me, but that’s just how spellbinding Nako is as an author. The Underworld is being sentenced. They’re on trial fighting for their lives but when you do the crime you do the time. In bold letter my guys were being sentenced to 50 years, the death penalty. I felt like i was there, gut wrenching pain just like the day i sat i court with my father as he was sentenced to 36 years to life. That’s how real the Underworld is. Nako i don’t know how you will top this series. Your talent, your gift, your pen is blessed by a higher power. I would’ve never guessed It would end like this. Amazing and breathtaking how words written in a book can pull at your heart and pull emotions out of your chest. I’m seriously speechless. Job well done Nako, this can’t be summed up into words. The end of a legacy.
December 14, 2017
Hard to see them go
That Sentencing Hurt💔
Depression Real Love Growing Pains
These individuals from start to finish of this series were complex crazy compelling characters. I feel like this started way back in The Infamous Connects Wife why Farren MF Knight. Nasir King was manipulative conniving ruthless F***Boy
Lauren Howard no their baby was not create out of love he raped her
She never knew what love was or is still goin for safe... always #TeamLo
Jorydn I mean I understand but she could have walked a way better really nothing cud she was slow as hell
Malachi Morgan cared about to many that didn't care about him back. Tire til it took his sanity. Tears*
Jade just to late Depression is real and Chi tried man...
Denim poor baby idk care love their love
Damn Papa that cut off hurt but love their love n him taking responsibility cus he should have prepared her. 💋
Miko... still don't f*** wit Nash
I guess I feel u on Noel
Nia n East n***as ain't s***
Sean Carter underrated overlooked underdog
Love Hate them
Nako you did that!!!!
Wait on the Blow Up
That Sentencing Hurt💔
Depression Real Love Growing Pains
These individuals from start to finish of this series were complex crazy compelling characters. I feel like this started way back in The Infamous Connects Wife why Farren MF Knight. Nasir King was manipulative conniving ruthless F***Boy
Lauren Howard no their baby was not create out of love he raped her
She never knew what love was or is still goin for safe... always #TeamLo
Jorydn I mean I understand but she could have walked a way better really nothing cud she was slow as hell
Malachi Morgan cared about to many that didn't care about him back. Tire til it took his sanity. Tears*
Jade just to late Depression is real and Chi tried man...
Denim poor baby idk care love their love
Damn Papa that cut off hurt but love their love n him taking responsibility cus he should have prepared her. 💋
Miko... still don't f*** wit Nash
I guess I feel u on Noel
Nia n East n***as ain't s***
Sean Carter underrated overlooked underdog
Love Hate them
Nako you did that!!!!
Wait on the Blow Up
January 12, 2018
My Heart is Heavy but I was prepared 😢😢😢😢😢
Lord the amount of tears I’ve cried is unheard of. Roberto Huffington is EVERYTHING to me and he will always and Forever be Bae. I didn’t know I could love a character so much until him. I am happy to see that some of them got to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I am so sad to see them go but all good things must come to an end. The amount of love and emotion put into this series is unmatched. On days when you didn’t feel like it you pushed through and the success of this book shows you that God is always able. I am so proud of you and what you’ve done with this series and I look forward to seeing this as a series on TV one day. I remember when you presented the idea and folks shot you down and told you it was dumb and wouldn’t do well. Oh But God!!!!! I bet they regret that now!!!😂🤑😜 This will go down in Urban Fiction History as one of the best series ever written. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Lord the amount of tears I’ve cried is unheard of. Roberto Huffington is EVERYTHING to me and he will always and Forever be Bae. I didn’t know I could love a character so much until him. I am happy to see that some of them got to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I am so sad to see them go but all good things must come to an end. The amount of love and emotion put into this series is unmatched. On days when you didn’t feel like it you pushed through and the success of this book shows you that God is always able. I am so proud of you and what you’ve done with this series and I look forward to seeing this as a series on TV one day. I remember when you presented the idea and folks shot you down and told you it was dumb and wouldn’t do well. Oh But God!!!!! I bet they regret that now!!!😂🤑😜 This will go down in Urban Fiction History as one of the best series ever written. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
December 12, 2017
Wow
Nako has done it again!! As I write this I’m crying & smiling at the same time! This book, this series pulled every emotion out of me. From the beginning of this series she had me captivated feeling every emotion the characters felt, I felt as if I knew these characters as if they were real people and my long lost friends! I’m honestly at a lost of words because I’m so sad it has to end. Nako is a very talented and blessed author and I love how in depth she goes with these characters, give us words of wisdom that you can apply to your life. I would really like if she’d give us a lil something extra because unfortunately I’m not ready to let the Underworld go but I’m a 100% positive that her next book/series will captivate me as well. I’ve read every one of her books since her first release and I love how far she come and I know that as great as she is, she’ll get even greater!!!! Great job NAKO!!!!!!
Nako has done it again!! As I write this I’m crying & smiling at the same time! This book, this series pulled every emotion out of me. From the beginning of this series she had me captivated feeling every emotion the characters felt, I felt as if I knew these characters as if they were real people and my long lost friends! I’m honestly at a lost of words because I’m so sad it has to end. Nako is a very talented and blessed author and I love how in depth she goes with these characters, give us words of wisdom that you can apply to your life. I would really like if she’d give us a lil something extra because unfortunately I’m not ready to let the Underworld go but I’m a 100% positive that her next book/series will captivate me as well. I’ve read every one of her books since her first release and I love how far she come and I know that as great as she is, she’ll get even greater!!!! Great job NAKO!!!!!!
December 12, 2017
Definitely A Must Read
All good things must come to a end and this is a series I hated to see end. There were still a few unanswered questions. However every book that led to this final installment was well written and well worth it. Greed is one of the seven deadly sins but for some reason all of these characters seemed to overlook that. Papa sheltered Demi to the point to where she her naivety caused a uproar. They kind of love these two shared was not healthy. I wasn't too surprised at his fate. Malachi was in a state of shock but hide it well at first. Jade tried her best to be his backbone. Nasir was arrogant and seemed unbothered by his fate until a secret he thought Lauren would never find out about was revealed. Lauren learned the cold hearted truth about how trifling Nasir really was.
All good things must come to a end and this is a series I hated to see end. There were still a few unanswered questions. However every book that led to this final installment was well written and well worth it. Greed is one of the seven deadly sins but for some reason all of these characters seemed to overlook that. Papa sheltered Demi to the point to where she her naivety caused a uproar. They kind of love these two shared was not healthy. I wasn't too surprised at his fate. Malachi was in a state of shock but hide it well at first. Jade tried her best to be his backbone. Nasir was arrogant and seemed unbothered by his fate until a secret he thought Lauren would never find out about was revealed. Lauren learned the cold hearted truth about how trifling Nasir really was.
December 12, 2017
Amazing End To A Perfect Series
NAKO you have done it again. This book really had me on an emotional high. Can't believe this is the end. To follow this series from beginning to end I felt as though I was actually physically there watching as each member of the underworld came together and form a bond like no other. Although things ended bad for some, I feel they will always be brothers and sisters. Happy Lauren got her happiness with Simon. Who would've thought that Amari would end up showing the same characteristics as MJ that was one reunion I was really hoping for but it really touched me when Lauren sent Amari the video they made😢. Glad Demi finally decided to move on. My Heart really went out to Papa and Malachi.
Nako, just want to say congratulations on another 5 Star read and much success on your future projects
NAKO you have done it again. This book really had me on an emotional high. Can't believe this is the end. To follow this series from beginning to end I felt as though I was actually physically there watching as each member of the underworld came together and form a bond like no other. Although things ended bad for some, I feel they will always be brothers and sisters. Happy Lauren got her happiness with Simon. Who would've thought that Amari would end up showing the same characteristics as MJ that was one reunion I was really hoping for but it really touched me when Lauren sent Amari the video they made😢. Glad Demi finally decided to move on. My Heart really went out to Papa and Malachi.
Nako, just want to say congratulations on another 5 Star read and much success on your future projects
August 26, 2019
The Underworld Series is by far one of the BESTseries I’ve read! Reading this series felt like I was watching my favorite soap opera. Like really why did this have to end Nako?
Lauren my pray warrior, trusting sister friend! Nas I have a love/hate bittersweet relationship with him. Malachi my heart and I’m so sad he’s in a state of depression and gotten 50yrs. Sean the MAN my love and never underestimate him.Miko just Miko 😂, glad she have Nash by her side and found love. Jordyn sneaky azz bitter women, but hey Nas somewhat made her that way. Papa the protector, the dad, the husband, the shooter, the straight forth, the friend, and his funny sarcasm will always be #1 to me. Oh Demi has so much to learn. One thing for certain Demi did not play when it came to the kids or Papa. Now my girl MaryJane MJ what’s not to like about her she had a heart of gold. I truly adore the friendship MJ had with Lauren and the one with Papa. Noel Knight our baby girl who has the last name that holds weight in these streets. Where’s Sasha?
The Underworld series will be a book that I definitely will re-read because it just that damn GOOD!
Kudos to Nako!
Lauren my pray warrior, trusting sister friend! Nas I have a love/hate bittersweet relationship with him. Malachi my heart and I’m so sad he’s in a state of depression and gotten 50yrs. Sean the MAN my love and never underestimate him.Miko just Miko 😂, glad she have Nash by her side and found love. Jordyn sneaky azz bitter women, but hey Nas somewhat made her that way. Papa the protector, the dad, the husband, the shooter, the straight forth, the friend, and his funny sarcasm will always be #1 to me. Oh Demi has so much to learn. One thing for certain Demi did not play when it came to the kids or Papa. Now my girl MaryJane MJ what’s not to like about her she had a heart of gold. I truly adore the friendship MJ had with Lauren and the one with Papa. Noel Knight our baby girl who has the last name that holds weight in these streets. Where’s Sasha?
The Underworld series will be a book that I definitely will re-read because it just that damn GOOD!
Kudos to Nako!
December 12, 2017
Wow....I’m speechless
This entire series is good! I’m so sad to see it end. I still can’t believe Papa’s sentence. MJ’s video touched my soul. I still don’t like Jordyn....at all. I felt like she knew what she was signing up for when she married Nas so why complain now after you chose to stay. A man will do what a man wants regardless. & he will treat you how you let him treat you. I felt like she didn’t have a backbone. I am happy that Lo got her happy ending even though I felt like she settled because Simon was the safe route. Nas really had her heart but he definitely damaged her to the core with his actions. Overall, this book was everything & I was so sad to see everyone go their separate ways. You definitely did your thing with this series!
This entire series is good! I’m so sad to see it end. I still can’t believe Papa’s sentence. MJ’s video touched my soul. I still don’t like Jordyn....at all. I felt like she knew what she was signing up for when she married Nas so why complain now after you chose to stay. A man will do what a man wants regardless. & he will treat you how you let him treat you. I felt like she didn’t have a backbone. I am happy that Lo got her happy ending even though I felt like she settled because Simon was the safe route. Nas really had her heart but he definitely damaged her to the core with his actions. Overall, this book was everything & I was so sad to see everyone go their separate ways. You definitely did your thing with this series!
December 20, 2017
Lawd
When I tell you I had to get my mind right to review this. Where do I start??? I still don’t like Jordyn. Man MJ is still that biiiiiiiiiu. Noel gangsta with it too. So glad about polo and Mina. Demi Demi Demi I was rooting for you, papa broke my heart until nine billion pieces. Chi lawd I can’t. East east east I need more. Last but not least Lo. Hunty baby Sara why I do declare. I don’t care I don’t care I still want her and Nas together. I know I know I know but I feel she settled forSimon and he settled for ole girl. I’m still team Lo. Nako words cannot express how much you and this group mean to me. Amazing end to something that will be apart of history one day. Like they said in NRG after the sentencing there is the appeal.
When I tell you I had to get my mind right to review this. Where do I start??? I still don’t like Jordyn. Man MJ is still that biiiiiiiiiu. Noel gangsta with it too. So glad about polo and Mina. Demi Demi Demi I was rooting for you, papa broke my heart until nine billion pieces. Chi lawd I can’t. East east east I need more. Last but not least Lo. Hunty baby Sara why I do declare. I don’t care I don’t care I still want her and Nas together. I know I know I know but I feel she settled forSimon and he settled for ole girl. I’m still team Lo. Nako words cannot express how much you and this group mean to me. Amazing end to something that will be apart of history one day. Like they said in NRG after the sentencing there is the appeal.
January 1, 2018
The End...
The series has been a rollercoaster ride! The ups, the downs, the going around in circles. This is the BEST series series since EVER! Nako is an old soul, and it shows in her gift of writing, when I can be inspired to go harder and inspired to just be better, from reading urban fiction I'm all in! I love the Underworld Like family! They will truly be missed, and Nako you did an excellent job! I thank you from the bottom of my heart, for being there for me late nights and early mornings, when I felt like giving up, your stories motivated me to try another day! And I never thought I would say this, but Demi and Jordyn made my heart swell with joy, if they can do it! I can do it! You came through again!
The series has been a rollercoaster ride! The ups, the downs, the going around in circles. This is the BEST series series since EVER! Nako is an old soul, and it shows in her gift of writing, when I can be inspired to go harder and inspired to just be better, from reading urban fiction I'm all in! I love the Underworld Like family! They will truly be missed, and Nako you did an excellent job! I thank you from the bottom of my heart, for being there for me late nights and early mornings, when I felt like giving up, your stories motivated me to try another day! And I never thought I would say this, but Demi and Jordyn made my heart swell with joy, if they can do it! I can do it! You came through again!
November 20, 2020
WHAT!! ARE YOU SERIOUS!!!!
How are you gonna build the UW up to be such intelligent, smart, bad a***s and then play them like suckers! Why did you do that to Makachi out of all people! You was soooo wrong for that!! And you let Miko have her selfish, un-loyal butt, a happily ever after?!??! You should have gotten rid of her! And Chi trying to kill himself?!!!?! And Demi? Everybody knows that snitches don't just get to walk away just because Nia interviewed her come on now! All Papa did was love her like crazy and protected her and you got her bossing up on him at a time when he's getting ready to be executed because of her big mouth!! This series ending was by faaarrrr the WORST ending to any series I've ever read PERIOD!!!
How are you gonna build the UW up to be such intelligent, smart, bad a***s and then play them like suckers! Why did you do that to Makachi out of all people! You was soooo wrong for that!! And you let Miko have her selfish, un-loyal butt, a happily ever after?!??! You should have gotten rid of her! And Chi trying to kill himself?!!!?! And Demi? Everybody knows that snitches don't just get to walk away just because Nia interviewed her come on now! All Papa did was love her like crazy and protected her and you got her bossing up on him at a time when he's getting ready to be executed because of her big mouth!! This series ending was by faaarrrr the WORST ending to any series I've ever read PERIOD!!!
December 11, 2017
No More Underworld...
So many nights of staying up late just to turn the page....So many nights of trying to piece together who created the ultimate act of betrayal. Went on countless rants about which wife was the best & I still feel the same way even if she does have "ex" before the wife title now 💅. & Finally we have the conclusion. Stayed up all night so I can finally lay these characters to rest. Done cried more tears than usual....my heart is heavy...I shed tears for people who I didn't like so I know it's real lol....
Great book, great series....such an emotional way to end...
So many nights of staying up late just to turn the page....So many nights of trying to piece together who created the ultimate act of betrayal. Went on countless rants about which wife was the best & I still feel the same way even if she does have "ex" before the wife title now 💅. & Finally we have the conclusion. Stayed up all night so I can finally lay these characters to rest. Done cried more tears than usual....my heart is heavy...I shed tears for people who I didn't like so I know it's real lol....
Great book, great series....such an emotional way to end...
December 13, 2017
Love.
I gave you 5 stars even though I am very sad the series has come to and end. I was really hoping Nadir got off. He was a character I loved and hated. I felt sorry for all who went to jail. I hope Chi makes peace and lives. Papa, I will miss dearly. I will be waiting for Demi all grown up. Jackie died not knowing how fug up of a husband (Christ) she had. I am glad she experience the love of Sean Carter. Yay for Lauren, especially for her to find true love and her children. Shout out to Sean, I hope he lives a good, never underestimate a honourable man. Lol, I really enjoyed this awesome ride with you Nako.
I gave you 5 stars even though I am very sad the series has come to and end. I was really hoping Nadir got off. He was a character I loved and hated. I felt sorry for all who went to jail. I hope Chi makes peace and lives. Papa, I will miss dearly. I will be waiting for Demi all grown up. Jackie died not knowing how fug up of a husband (Christ) she had. I am glad she experience the love of Sean Carter. Yay for Lauren, especially for her to find true love and her children. Shout out to Sean, I hope he lives a good, never underestimate a honourable man. Lol, I really enjoyed this awesome ride with you Nako.
August 15, 2019
Speechless
I’m speechless after reading this book. My emotions were all over the place. I cried so many tears. Tears of joy, sadness, pain, and many other emotions. Nas & Lo’s Baby I never saw that coming but it warmed my heart. Glad Lo was able to be with her love & Simon did right by her & the 2 kids even though the baby was not his. What a great man. Shawn, I knew he was going to get with the therapist, I just knew it. Sooooo happy for him that he is happy. He was smart and definitely deserves it.
NAKO is my favorite author & I hate to see this series end. This definitely needs to make it to the big screen. This series I will never forget.
I’m speechless after reading this book. My emotions were all over the place. I cried so many tears. Tears of joy, sadness, pain, and many other emotions. Nas & Lo’s Baby I never saw that coming but it warmed my heart. Glad Lo was able to be with her love & Simon did right by her & the 2 kids even though the baby was not his. What a great man. Shawn, I knew he was going to get with the therapist, I just knew it. Sooooo happy for him that he is happy. He was smart and definitely deserves it.
NAKO is my favorite author & I hate to see this series end. This definitely needs to make it to the big screen. This series I will never forget.
December 11, 2017
Whoa!
When I tell you this book had me all in my feelings, crying the ugly cry. It's an understatement. Nako take a bow cus you did your mfn thang(No typo)! The series was absolutely amazing and you ended it the way it should've been ended, realistically. Not everything or everyone has a happy ending, and there are always consequences to your actions. My biggest heartache was Papa *exhales* my poor Papa. Him and Chi hugging at the sentencing OMJESUS!!!! I'm sad it's over, but you did such an amazing job with this series!!!
When I tell you this book had me all in my feelings, crying the ugly cry. It's an understatement. Nako take a bow cus you did your mfn thang(No typo)! The series was absolutely amazing and you ended it the way it should've been ended, realistically. Not everything or everyone has a happy ending, and there are always consequences to your actions. My biggest heartache was Papa *exhales* my poor Papa. Him and Chi hugging at the sentencing OMJESUS!!!! I'm sad it's over, but you did such an amazing job with this series!!!
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