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Gutter Hoe Dreams: Full Standalone
This is a complete, full urban fiction STANDALONE bestselling author , Quan Millz. This is a story filled with so much emotional turmoil and drama, by the time you get done reading this book, you're going to want to hurt somebody. So word of advice -- get ready put on some boxing gloves, because by the time you get done reading GUTTER HOE DREAMS , you're going to have a few holes in your bedroom wall.
--- Every good girl has a dream. Grow up. Go to college. Marry their sexy, prince charming college sweetheart. Find the perfect corporate job. Start a family. Own a big house in the 'burbs with a white picket fence. But guess what, GUTTER HOES got dreams too . Darnisha Johnson, a single mother of two, and a temporary custodian to her niece wants to live life in the fast lane. Tired of being a struggling broke bish, living in one of the worse housing projects in Chicago, Darnisha comes up with her "boss bitch come up" plan to escape her dreadful living conditions. However, her plan doesn't involve her going back to school, getting an education and then landing a good job. No. This slutbag is exploiting and abusing her so-called "mentally challenged" and morbidly obese niece to collect government assistance every month. Not giving a crap about her niece's condition, the manipulative mother, and aunt, schemes to get out of the projects and to a new apartment building in Downtown, but when her plan goes awry, she finds herself back at square one. Still determined to get out, she eventually rekindles a relationship with Tahmir, aka King T, a former trap boss, who recently gets out of prison after a serving a long bid for narcotics trafficking. Hoping King T would reclaim his street glory, she quickly realizes he's a changed man and has no intention of getting involved in the dope game. He comes into her house, gets her in check, and begins to mentor the abused and so-called "mentally challenged" niece, helping her transform. Within a summer, the niece goes from a stuttering, low self-esteem having girl into a vivacious, bold, and confident young teen determined to make her way out the hood and go to college. Not liking all the rapid changes Tahmir is bringing to her house, Darnisha begins to conspire to put an end to all of the "positive changes". Since Tahmir is fully aware of all her dirty secrets and scamming skeletons in her closet, Darnisha needs to get rid of him ASAP. She plots and executes a brutal plan that lands Tahmir behind bars, HOWEVER, her niece, onto her BS, finds out about her evil machination and plans to get the sweetest revenge. Read more in GUTTER HOE DREAMS by Quan Millz.
--- Every good girl has a dream. Grow up. Go to college. Marry their sexy, prince charming college sweetheart. Find the perfect corporate job. Start a family. Own a big house in the 'burbs with a white picket fence. But guess what, GUTTER HOES got dreams too . Darnisha Johnson, a single mother of two, and a temporary custodian to her niece wants to live life in the fast lane. Tired of being a struggling broke bish, living in one of the worse housing projects in Chicago, Darnisha comes up with her "boss bitch come up" plan to escape her dreadful living conditions. However, her plan doesn't involve her going back to school, getting an education and then landing a good job. No. This slutbag is exploiting and abusing her so-called "mentally challenged" and morbidly obese niece to collect government assistance every month. Not giving a crap about her niece's condition, the manipulative mother, and aunt, schemes to get out of the projects and to a new apartment building in Downtown, but when her plan goes awry, she finds herself back at square one. Still determined to get out, she eventually rekindles a relationship with Tahmir, aka King T, a former trap boss, who recently gets out of prison after a serving a long bid for narcotics trafficking. Hoping King T would reclaim his street glory, she quickly realizes he's a changed man and has no intention of getting involved in the dope game. He comes into her house, gets her in check, and begins to mentor the abused and so-called "mentally challenged" niece, helping her transform. Within a summer, the niece goes from a stuttering, low self-esteem having girl into a vivacious, bold, and confident young teen determined to make her way out the hood and go to college. Not liking all the rapid changes Tahmir is bringing to her house, Darnisha begins to conspire to put an end to all of the "positive changes". Since Tahmir is fully aware of all her dirty secrets and scamming skeletons in her closet, Darnisha needs to get rid of him ASAP. She plots and executes a brutal plan that lands Tahmir behind bars, HOWEVER, her niece, onto her BS, finds out about her evil machination and plans to get the sweetest revenge. Read more in GUTTER HOE DREAMS by Quan Millz.
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Published February 21, 2018
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August 20, 2018
OMG
So many questions but the main one: Why Dontero never came to light. I love how Tahmir stepped up. Few stories have that support! I am glad Tahmir came back after he was cleared.
So many questions but the main one: Why Dontero never came to light. I love how Tahmir stepped up. Few stories have that support! I am glad Tahmir came back after he was cleared.
March 13, 2018
Just an "O.K." Book.......3***
The storyline and plot-were Good!👍 However, there were MANY typos & Major Grammatical Errors that could Not be overlooked, because it took away some of the "Power", in which the author 'Attempted' to convey.😞 Furthermore, I Don't like (or Need) Anyone to "tell me the story".😩 Throughout the pages of the book-the writer gave THEIR Input & Opinion, rather than allowing the Reader to "come up with their Own conclusions" of the story.😒 I have read other books by Quan Millz, so I Am aware of their writing skills, BUT........as far as developing the characters & authoring a GREAT read, *Gutter Hoe Dreams*.......this was a Let-down and (a) slight disappointment, Especially as an Avid reader AND HUGE Supporter of Star Lit and Street-Lit/Urban Fiction.......😞😩
The storyline and plot-were Good!👍 However, there were MANY typos & Major Grammatical Errors that could Not be overlooked, because it took away some of the "Power", in which the author 'Attempted' to convey.😞 Furthermore, I Don't like (or Need) Anyone to "tell me the story".😩 Throughout the pages of the book-the writer gave THEIR Input & Opinion, rather than allowing the Reader to "come up with their Own conclusions" of the story.😒 I have read other books by Quan Millz, so I Am aware of their writing skills, BUT........as far as developing the characters & authoring a GREAT read, *Gutter Hoe Dreams*.......this was a Let-down and (a) slight disappointment, Especially as an Avid reader AND HUGE Supporter of Star Lit and Street-Lit/Urban Fiction.......😞😩
March 20, 2018
Oh my Gosh Oh Mighty
All I can say is read this book. This has got to be one of the best books I have read in a long, long time. It is definitely one of the absolute best standalone I have ever read. The author made me feel every word, every pain, every joy, every tear and every heartbreak! Bravo! From this book I will search and read every book this author has wrote or ever will write. Please read this book!
All I can say is read this book. This has got to be one of the best books I have read in a long, long time. It is definitely one of the absolute best standalone I have ever read. The author made me feel every word, every pain, every joy, every tear and every heartbreak! Bravo! From this book I will search and read every book this author has wrote or ever will write. Please read this book!
April 20, 2018
Great storyline
This would have been a 5 star read, but the editing was poor! I almost threw this book to the side. It's a shame how poor editing can reduce the likelihood that talented authors will lose what could potentially be a huge fan base. Having said that, I must say the storyline was really great although I had to interpret myself, what the author's intended thought would be. It was absorbing, heart wrenching and had a powerful ending.
This would have been a 5 star read, but the editing was poor! I almost threw this book to the side. It's a shame how poor editing can reduce the likelihood that talented authors will lose what could potentially be a huge fan base. Having said that, I must say the storyline was really great although I had to interpret myself, what the author's intended thought would be. It was absorbing, heart wrenching and had a powerful ending.
March 6, 2018
This book was emotionally draining...im in shock
This book took me for a rollercoaster of emotion. Just when I thought I had it figured out, the rug was pulled from under me and I was ready for war. This is the type of book I will tell my friends to tell their friends to read. Simply the best read I've read in a long time. Great job Quan!
This book took me for a rollercoaster of emotion. Just when I thought I had it figured out, the rug was pulled from under me and I was ready for war. This is the type of book I will tell my friends to tell their friends to read. Simply the best read I've read in a long time. Great job Quan!
May 12, 2018
Emotional
This book had my emotions everywhere. Had me wanting to pickup a gun, knife or whatever. But, quickly realized, KARMA is something else. This book is the TRUTH beginning to end.
This book had my emotions everywhere. Had me wanting to pickup a gun, knife or whatever. But, quickly realized, KARMA is something else. This book is the TRUTH beginning to end.
August 16, 2018
Unexpected, nonstop, amazing!
This was so intense! Quan crossed every line, hit every extreme... had me anxious and biting my nails with each page! Aside from the typos and mixed up names, well done.
This was so intense! Quan crossed every line, hit every extreme... had me anxious and biting my nails with each page! Aside from the typos and mixed up names, well done.
October 6, 2018
🔥🔥🔥
This book gave me so many different emotions. Man I swear I know some real life Darnishas. But I’m so glad that Tasia was able to overcome the very many obstacles that were given to her. But what happened to Tasia’s mother?. This was a Dam good Read!
This book gave me so many different emotions. Man I swear I know some real life Darnishas. But I’m so glad that Tasia was able to overcome the very many obstacles that were given to her. But what happened to Tasia’s mother?. This was a Dam good Read!
April 9, 2019
WOW!
This book took me on an emotional roller-coaster! The "mother" in this book needs a serious beat down!! She didn't care who she harmed to "secure the bag" she just wouldn't work! But karma does win in the end!!
This book took me on an emotional roller-coaster! The "mother" in this book needs a serious beat down!! She didn't care who she harmed to "secure the bag" she just wouldn't work! But karma does win in the end!!
August 17, 2018
Good job
I really enjoyed this and I was so glad that darnisha got what she deserve...but whats up with you and roaches lol
I really enjoyed this and I was so glad that darnisha got what she deserve...but whats up with you and roaches lol
February 1, 2024
Good Read
Good read. The only critic would be please proofread your work. Looking forward to reading more. Thanks for sharing your gift.
Good read. The only critic would be please proofread your work. Looking forward to reading more. Thanks for sharing your gift.
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