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Saved by an Ex-Gangsta: Brandyn and Si’Yona’s Story
Si'Yona Jones never believed in love. For good reason she never had love in her life. She was bounced around from foster home to foster home and was always on her own. Until she entered a relationship at the brink of adulthood. Si'Yona thought that she was so good in love until the man she loves turns into someone she has no clue as to who he is. For years, she dealt with all the lies and abuse. She always thought about how she had no one else. That was until she meets Brandyn.
Brandyn Long was a single father who balanced it all for his daughter. He didn't believe in love at all. Once his daughter's mother walked out, his heart
turned cold and been that way ever since. Only ones to get his love and feel it is his daughter and mother. Brandyn meets Si'Yona one day and is very intrigued by her. While he intrigued, he always thought in the back of his mind that there was something behind the beauty.
After getting to know and being around her, he finds find out about her ugly truth and bad habit but for some reason, that made him want to be closer to her.
A situation brings them together and he couldn't have felt stronger feelings which made him realize that she needed him just as much or even more as he needed her.
Endure this journey with Si'Yona and see exactly why she needed to be saved by an exgangsta.
Brandyn Long was a single father who balanced it all for his daughter. He didn't believe in love at all. Once his daughter's mother walked out, his heart
turned cold and been that way ever since. Only ones to get his love and feel it is his daughter and mother. Brandyn meets Si'Yona one day and is very intrigued by her. While he intrigued, he always thought in the back of his mind that there was something behind the beauty.
After getting to know and being around her, he finds find out about her ugly truth and bad habit but for some reason, that made him want to be closer to her.
A situation brings them together and he couldn't have felt stronger feelings which made him realize that she needed him just as much or even more as he needed her.
Endure this journey with Si'Yona and see exactly why she needed to be saved by an exgangsta.
228 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 3, 2018
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February 5, 2018
Awesome Read
I loved this story! Yona went through some things dealing with Murk. That man wasn’t worth two cents. I couldn’t stand him. He did Yona foul in many ways. I felt so bad for her throughout the book, but when she finally found happiness I was glad. Lyrica was something else. The bond she and Yona formed was amazing. They were beyond close and I believe Lyrica needed that bond with a female other then her grandmother. Her mother was foul for how she left. I loved Brandyn. That man was everything. He played no games. So many things were revealed in this book. Relationships and bonds were formed by several characters. I was very happy with the outcome of this book.
I loved this story! Yona went through some things dealing with Murk. That man wasn’t worth two cents. I couldn’t stand him. He did Yona foul in many ways. I felt so bad for her throughout the book, but when she finally found happiness I was glad. Lyrica was something else. The bond she and Yona formed was amazing. They were beyond close and I believe Lyrica needed that bond with a female other then her grandmother. Her mother was foul for how she left. I loved Brandyn. That man was everything. He played no games. So many things were revealed in this book. Relationships and bonds were formed by several characters. I was very happy with the outcome of this book.
February 6, 2018
Satisfied Reader
Great story!!!!! Yona was blinded by love and i'm so glad she got out alive. She went thru a lot by the hands of Murk. He was mentally and physically abusive. Brandyn was like an angel to Yona and rescued her. He was her safe haven. He didn't allow her past to dictate their future. Tara was a good friend but she indeed had her moments and i wanted to punch her in the throat. Lyrica was so smart for her age. I'm so glad everything worked out and all is happy
Great story!!!!! Yona was blinded by love and i'm so glad she got out alive. She went thru a lot by the hands of Murk. He was mentally and physically abusive. Brandyn was like an angel to Yona and rescued her. He was her safe haven. He didn't allow her past to dictate their future. Tara was a good friend but she indeed had her moments and i wanted to punch her in the throat. Lyrica was so smart for her age. I'm so glad everything worked out and all is happy
April 2, 2019
Awesome
I love yona and Brayden he saved her from murk dirty self!! What she went through was so sad and she thought it was love but B2 saved the day!! And Mot N Tara was sweet I didn’t like her when she would hurt Yona but she apologize and they were good. I loved lyrica she was something else lol . And the baby so cute!! And to find out the cliffhanger was something!! But overall awesome read
I love yona and Brayden he saved her from murk dirty self!! What she went through was so sad and she thought it was love but B2 saved the day!! And Mot N Tara was sweet I didn’t like her when she would hurt Yona but she apologize and they were good. I loved lyrica she was something else lol . And the baby so cute!! And to find out the cliffhanger was something!! But overall awesome read
February 5, 2018
Enjoyable Read!!!
It’s sad all that Yona had to got through, thank goodness she found Brandyn,Tara and Mot. Although I was somewhat getting annoyed with Yona at times, I’m happy that she didn’t take to much out on Brandyn. I’m just happy that everyone got their happy ending and Karma came to the ones who hurt Yona and Brandyn.
It’s sad all that Yona had to got through, thank goodness she found Brandyn,Tara and Mot. Although I was somewhat getting annoyed with Yona at times, I’m happy that she didn’t take to much out on Brandyn. I’m just happy that everyone got their happy ending and Karma came to the ones who hurt Yona and Brandyn.
February 15, 2018
This was good!
Ugh I couldn't stand Murk and I love that Brandyn helped Yona get away from his abusive self. Li Li tried to come back and start trouble after she walked out on her new baby and man but that didn't work in her favor. I love that not Tara and Toni found out they're sisters also can't forget Mot he is the definition of a real friend.
Ugh I couldn't stand Murk and I love that Brandyn helped Yona get away from his abusive self. Li Li tried to come back and start trouble after she walked out on her new baby and man but that didn't work in her favor. I love that not Tara and Toni found out they're sisters also can't forget Mot he is the definition of a real friend.
February 16, 2018
Love it
This book held my attention from beginning to end it really touch my heart it had me feeling so bad for Si'Yona she really was broken and the way that murk treated her he should've been dead I'm so glad she found the love she was looking for in Brandyn and he help put her back together again. You did an awesome job Andrea looking forward to reading more of your work.
This book held my attention from beginning to end it really touch my heart it had me feeling so bad for Si'Yona she really was broken and the way that murk treated her he should've been dead I'm so glad she found the love she was looking for in Brandyn and he help put her back together again. You did an awesome job Andrea looking forward to reading more of your work.
July 14, 2018
Pinpong
The story line was good. But the writer was jumping from one thing to the. A lot of it was unbelievable. Right when I was starting to get into a snene it was cut short. To many missed spelled words. However I would read another book from this author because I see the potential.
The story line was good. But the writer was jumping from one thing to the. A lot of it was unbelievable. Right when I was starting to get into a snene it was cut short. To many missed spelled words. However I would read another book from this author because I see the potential.
February 7, 2018
Great story
I'm so happy that SiYona got her happy ending because she was so sweet i just hate the things she had to go through what she went threw.. I'm glad Brandyn was there every step of the way. They give he hope in love... Great read
I'm so happy that SiYona got her happy ending because she was so sweet i just hate the things she had to go through what she went threw.. I'm glad Brandyn was there every step of the way. They give he hope in love... Great read
February 5, 2018
Great Read
Great book... I'm glad Si'Yona and Brandyn found each other. Murk was no good for Si'Yona. That relationship was toxic. Si'Yona deserved to have a family and a happily ever after.
Great book... I'm glad Si'Yona and Brandyn found each other. Murk was no good for Si'Yona. That relationship was toxic. Si'Yona deserved to have a family and a happily ever after.
February 6, 2018
Saved by an Ex-gangsta
Si’Yona been through it with Murk and sad to say this kind of story happens to many young girls today. What a touching story happy that Brandyn came into her life at a great time.
Si’Yona been through it with Murk and sad to say this kind of story happens to many young girls today. What a touching story happy that Brandyn came into her life at a great time.
February 7, 2018
Love at Last
Andrea once again came through with her gangsta pen game and showed out. This story plot was real and proved that even through the storms a person can come out on top. Abuse is real and can really destroy a person if they not saved even it's by an ex gansta!
Andrea once again came through with her gangsta pen game and showed out. This story plot was real and proved that even through the storms a person can come out on top. Abuse is real and can really destroy a person if they not saved even it's by an ex gansta!
February 7, 2018
Ex-Gangsta
Yona overcame a lot. Brandyn was a true gentleman. Murk should of just left her alone. Lee Lee was a dumb broad. Glad Lyrica found a mother figure. Tara needs to learn how to hold her tongue. Mot was also a good man
Yona overcame a lot. Brandyn was a true gentleman. Murk should of just left her alone. Lee Lee was a dumb broad. Glad Lyrica found a mother figure. Tara needs to learn how to hold her tongue. Mot was also a good man
February 8, 2018
A Different Read
This book was a little different to me but I still loved it just the same the story was a little more softer than what I normally read but I understand the message because there is nothing like having someone I'm your corner despite physical and mental scars!
This book was a little different to me but I still loved it just the same the story was a little more softer than what I normally read but I understand the message because there is nothing like having someone I'm your corner despite physical and mental scars!
February 8, 2018
Great read
OMG this was a great story I felt so bad for Si'Yona some of the things she went through was just crazy. I am glad she found Brandyn and his family. Tara and Mot need their own story. Overall a great 5 star read.
OMG this was a great story I felt so bad for Si'Yona some of the things she went through was just crazy. I am glad she found Brandyn and his family. Tara and Mot need their own story. Overall a great 5 star read.
February 9, 2018
Tonya-Review
Yona was damaged. Murk just didn't care. I like Brandyn. How Alycia come for revenge but not for her daughter she didn't want.. I lime Tara at first she WS Bio-polar. A good read
Yona was damaged. Murk just didn't care. I like Brandyn. How Alycia come for revenge but not for her daughter she didn't want.. I lime Tara at first she WS Bio-polar. A good read
February 9, 2018
Broken hearts can be mended!!!!
Si’Yona she’s been through some things with Murk, I swear he was horrendous. Brandon he was a grown ass man because he was very patient and understanding he gave new meaning to unconditional love.
Si’Yona she’s been through some things with Murk, I swear he was horrendous. Brandon he was a grown ass man because he was very patient and understanding he gave new meaning to unconditional love.
February 13, 2018
Review
I knew I was going to enjoy this book after I read the synopsis. Murk was the devil reincarnated. He broke Yona all the way down both physically and mentally. Thank goodness for Brandyn. He had a long way to go, but he hung in there. It all paid off in the end.
I knew I was going to enjoy this book after I read the synopsis. Murk was the devil reincarnated. He broke Yona all the way down both physically and mentally. Thank goodness for Brandyn. He had a long way to go, but he hung in there. It all paid off in the end.
February 17, 2018
♥️😍Cute
This was a simplistic storyline that gave you nothing but drama. The read was true to its title, but I wanted a few gangsta scenes from Brandyn🤔. Although this read was fast paced it still kept my interest.
This was a simplistic storyline that gave you nothing but drama. The read was true to its title, but I wanted a few gangsta scenes from Brandyn🤔. Although this read was fast paced it still kept my interest.
February 24, 2018
Cool
First let just say “STAND-ALONE” and thank god!!! The story was good had a lot of grammatical errors but to much to the point that is was frustrating but I did have to re-read a couple times to figure things out. I would recommend this book
First let just say “STAND-ALONE” and thank god!!! The story was good had a lot of grammatical errors but to much to the point that is was frustrating but I did have to re-read a couple times to figure things out. I would recommend this book
February 25, 2018
Good read
This was a pretty good read. I love a good standalone because you don't have to wait forever to find out what happens. Enjoyed it but there were too many errors to give it five stars.
This was a pretty good read. I love a good standalone because you don't have to wait forever to find out what happens. Enjoyed it but there were too many errors to give it five stars.
March 6, 2018
Good book
I felt bad for Yona but she was too weak for me. She cares too much about what others thought. Murk had did a number on her. He was a sorry excuse for a man. Brandyn was Godsent. He was just what Yona needed. This book was emotional bc of what Yona was going through.
I felt bad for Yona but she was too weak for me. She cares too much about what others thought. Murk had did a number on her. He was a sorry excuse for a man. Brandyn was Godsent. He was just what Yona needed. This book was emotional bc of what Yona was going through.
May 3, 2018
I fell in love with this book
I'm so glad Yona overcame what she had been through and that Brandyn was right by her side. Mike and his cousin got what they deserved and Lee Lee should have never got involved. I give it 2 thumbs up
I'm so glad Yona overcame what she had been through and that Brandyn was right by her side. Mike and his cousin got what they deserved and Lee Lee should have never got involved. I give it 2 thumbs up
June 30, 2018
Good book
Lawd i hated Murk! Many could say Siyona was weak but Andrea did a great job showing the psychological aspect of domestic violence! Many survivors feel trapped by fear or may not have the resources to leave. Great read
Lawd i hated Murk! Many could say Siyona was weak but Andrea did a great job showing the psychological aspect of domestic violence! Many survivors feel trapped by fear or may not have the resources to leave. Great read
January 9, 2019
What a great story..
Abuse is never okay and what Si'yona went through was so deep and sad. Thankfully she had a knight in shining armour to come and rescue her..This was a great read!! My first read by this author and will not be my last. Bravo!
Abuse is never okay and what Si'yona went through was so deep and sad. Thankfully she had a knight in shining armour to come and rescue her..This was a great read!! My first read by this author and will not be my last. Bravo!
February 8, 2019
What a mess...
I thought this would be okay but after trying to stick it out I just couldn't this was borderline horrible. I think I said in my reviews before that anything out of Shan Presents was garbage for the most part, if not then I'll say that now.
I thought this would be okay but after trying to stick it out I just couldn't this was borderline horrible. I think I said in my reviews before that anything out of Shan Presents was garbage for the most part, if not then I'll say that now.
February 5, 2018
Loved it
This is my 1st read by this author and I mist say it was good.. And the sneak peak for the next book I really liked and can't wait to read it..
This is my 1st read by this author and I mist say it was good.. And the sneak peak for the next book I really liked and can't wait to read it..
February 6, 2018
I'm glad Yona finally went to counseling and got everything off her chest. Murk deserved everything that happened to him. I'm glad Yona got her happy ending with her family.
February 6, 2018
Brandyn never gave up
Si'Yona had some serious demons to battle. Murk really did a number on her. Brandyn fought hard to get her to love herself. I wasn't a fan of Tara at all.
Si'Yona had some serious demons to battle. Murk really did a number on her. Brandyn fought hard to get her to love herself. I wasn't a fan of Tara at all.
February 8, 2018
✡✡✡✡✡
This was my first book by Andrea and I was really please. I'll be adding you to my list of authors. Keep em coming
This was my first book by Andrea and I was really please. I'll be adding you to my list of authors. Keep em coming
February 8, 2018
Enjoyed it
Omg I had tears and my eyes when he try to kill her and than he thou that bleach on her smh monk was a nasty person .but am glad she got help and had a happy ending
Omg I had tears and my eyes when he try to kill her and than he thou that bleach on her smh monk was a nasty person .but am glad she got help and had a happy ending
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