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Married to a New Orleans Bully
Hopeless romantic Giovania Renaldez never imagined she would be in a marriage of convenience. At the age of 20, that’s exactly the predicament she found herself in when her father forced her to marry the handsome but arrogant Jakeem “Ja” Carter in exchange for a lavish life for her sister and medical care for her mother. Giovania had no idea what to expect, but she never imagined she’d be thrust into a world of violence, drama, and deceit, but that’s exactly what happened when her peaceful world collided with the infamous Jakeem Carter. Will she adjust to her new found life, husband and carry out her father's demands? Or will a new love interest have her risking it all in the name of true love?
22-year-old Jakeem “Ja” Carter never knew what it was like to have an absent father because his dad has always been in life. The love he has for his father, and the unbreakable bond they shared made it impossible for Ja to go against anything his father asked of him. So, when his father came to him with a proposition of marrying Giovania Renaldez in order to secure the drug deal of a lifetime, Ja had no choice but to reluctantly carry out his father's wishes. Expecting the union to be in name only, Jakeem never intended on actually taking his arranged marriage seriously until Giovania blows into his world and turns it upside down. Not on the market for love, Ja fights his feelings for Giovania at every turn as he deals with new enemies in the streets. How will he feel when he realizes too little too late that he actually loves the beauty that’s invaded his home and captured his heart? Will he fight for what’s rightfully his? Or will his stubbornness cause him to lose the only woman he’s ever cared about? Strap in tight and get ready for this emotional roller coaster ride as Giovania, and Ja battle through sex, lies, deceit, enemies on every corner, jealousy, and greed all to find a little thing called love. Will Giovania get to experience that once in a lifetime love, or will she find out the hard way that it’s not easy as she thought being Married to a New Orleans Bully?
22-year-old Jakeem “Ja” Carter never knew what it was like to have an absent father because his dad has always been in life. The love he has for his father, and the unbreakable bond they shared made it impossible for Ja to go against anything his father asked of him. So, when his father came to him with a proposition of marrying Giovania Renaldez in order to secure the drug deal of a lifetime, Ja had no choice but to reluctantly carry out his father's wishes. Expecting the union to be in name only, Jakeem never intended on actually taking his arranged marriage seriously until Giovania blows into his world and turns it upside down. Not on the market for love, Ja fights his feelings for Giovania at every turn as he deals with new enemies in the streets. How will he feel when he realizes too little too late that he actually loves the beauty that’s invaded his home and captured his heart? Will he fight for what’s rightfully his? Or will his stubbornness cause him to lose the only woman he’s ever cared about? Strap in tight and get ready for this emotional roller coaster ride as Giovania, and Ja battle through sex, lies, deceit, enemies on every corner, jealousy, and greed all to find a little thing called love. Will Giovania get to experience that once in a lifetime love, or will she find out the hard way that it’s not easy as she thought being Married to a New Orleans Bully?
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Published May 17, 2018
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July 4, 2018
Uhh ohhh!
Uhh ohhh! It's about to be on and popping. Poor Giovania is caught up in a real mess, just from trying to do what she believes is best for her mother and sister. Poor thing just don't know. Ja is a real bully with a heart of gold. I like him for her. Her dad is another matter. There is something about him that really rubs me the wrong way. Hopefully he will get what he deserves real soon. I really like Yari. She's a good friend but Shanti needs to be gone. There's definitely some snake in her, but the question is why. Hopefully this will be answered for me in part 2.
Uhh ohhh! It's about to be on and popping. Poor Giovania is caught up in a real mess, just from trying to do what she believes is best for her mother and sister. Poor thing just don't know. Ja is a real bully with a heart of gold. I like him for her. Her dad is another matter. There is something about him that really rubs me the wrong way. Hopefully he will get what he deserves real soon. I really like Yari. She's a good friend but Shanti needs to be gone. There's definitely some snake in her, but the question is why. Hopefully this will be answered for me in part 2.
February 6, 2019
This book was good from beginning to the very end and what a ending. Enjoyed the storyline and plot and it moved at a fast yet steady pace. Flowed really well and I couldn't get enough of it. So many twist and turns that kept me wondering what's happening next. A marriage of convenience turned into love and it keeps blossoming. Love their interaction together and snakes are trying to tear down what they've built. Can't wait for the next installment to see how Ja and Giovania handle everything that's coming their way. Good job Carmen Lashay.
May 20, 2018
SMH
I can’t wait for part 2. Matteo is definitely a snake and I know he’s the reason it say Gia was the one who put out the hit. I just hope Ja has more sense and knows his wife better than that. I’m feeling some type of way about Ashanti father tho. He just stupid because he gonna be dead threatening Gia, knowing Ja ain’t all the way there in the head.
I can’t wait for part 2. Matteo is definitely a snake and I know he’s the reason it say Gia was the one who put out the hit. I just hope Ja has more sense and knows his wife better than that. I’m feeling some type of way about Ashanti father tho. He just stupid because he gonna be dead threatening Gia, knowing Ja ain’t all the way there in the head.
May 27, 2018
Really
I don’t even know what to say. Gone have my feelings all over the place. It’s a setup idc idc. She should have went with her heart and just told him wha was going on. Shaunti Is real questionable to me right now. I hope she ain’t apart of this bs. I think Giovania Dad is working with the ops. I do. Ish is about to get real so let us pray. Spectacular jjob
I don’t even know what to say. Gone have my feelings all over the place. It’s a setup idc idc. She should have went with her heart and just told him wha was going on. Shaunti Is real questionable to me right now. I hope she ain’t apart of this bs. I think Giovania Dad is working with the ops. I do. Ish is about to get real so let us pray. Spectacular jjob
May 28, 2018
Siobhan
Great book for my first time reading this author i can’t wait for part 2, i know that Giovanna did not put that hit out in her husband someone is framing her i think it’s Big John cause he have a vendetta against her father i hope that Ja realizes that and helps his wife great book
Great book for my first time reading this author i can’t wait for part 2, i know that Giovanna did not put that hit out in her husband someone is framing her i think it’s Big John cause he have a vendetta against her father i hope that Ja realizes that and helps his wife great book
May 28, 2018
🔥 🔥 🔥 5 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟
Man this book was so good. That ending was crazy. Giovania cant catch a break. Her dad is a snake and I hooe Ja figure that out before he does something stupid. Big John wow. I hooe Ashanti aint in on it. I loved everything about this book. Please dont take long with part 2
Man this book was so good. That ending was crazy. Giovania cant catch a break. Her dad is a snake and I hooe Ja figure that out before he does something stupid. Big John wow. I hooe Ashanti aint in on it. I loved everything about this book. Please dont take long with part 2
July 4, 2018
A Crazy Love Story!! (ARC)
This was a crazy,exciting,and funny story! Yari is a crazy fool that had me rolling and I hope he marries Danielle. As for Ja and Giovania they can't catch a break but I know they love each other. Now Trina and Giovania's mother need to die! This book is a definitely a must read and Part 3 needs to hurry up and come out!
This was a crazy,exciting,and funny story! Yari is a crazy fool that had me rolling and I hope he marries Danielle. As for Ja and Giovania they can't catch a break but I know they love each other. Now Trina and Giovania's mother need to die! This book is a definitely a must read and Part 3 needs to hurry up and come out!
September 5, 2018
I'm going to read the second one.
This book is pretty good. Poor Giovania had no idea, and Ja's crazy sexy ass is not helping. This book is good I'm glad I waited until all 3 parts were out because it has me curious as to what's coming next. I hope it doesn't disappoint, now I will say the plot got dicey at one point and then the misspelled words throw me off I still dug this.
This book is pretty good. Poor Giovania had no idea, and Ja's crazy sexy ass is not helping. This book is good I'm glad I waited until all 3 parts were out because it has me curious as to what's coming next. I hope it doesn't disappoint, now I will say the plot got dicey at one point and then the misspelled words throw me off I still dug this.
September 13, 2018
Amazing
Wow.😮this is my first read from this author and I’ll be honest I’ve been holding this book for the longest debating if I wanted to read and I said what the hack for for and I’m truly glad I did.. this book was a page turning from the beginning to the end on to part 2 glad I do t have to wait.. love the character
Wow.😮this is my first read from this author and I’ll be honest I’ve been holding this book for the longest debating if I wanted to read and I said what the hack for for and I’m truly glad I did.. this book was a page turning from the beginning to the end on to part 2 glad I do t have to wait.. love the character
September 24, 2018
Pretty good
Started off a little slow but once if got going it instantly pulled me in. I felt like some scenes were skipped and information was left out and summarized instead of giving details but other than that it was a pretty decent read. Missed that wow factor I look for in books and a little background on the families would have been preferred
Started off a little slow but once if got going it instantly pulled me in. I felt like some scenes were skipped and information was left out and summarized instead of giving details but other than that it was a pretty decent read. Missed that wow factor I look for in books and a little background on the families would have been preferred
May 22, 2018
🔥🔥🔥
This book had me locked in from the beginning! Great story, full of drama! I can't believe Gia did that. She would have no way. I don't want to spoil it for anybody so I'll shut up and say this is a must read. I need part 2ASAP!
This book had me locked in from the beginning! Great story, full of drama! I can't believe Gia did that. She would have no way. I don't want to spoil it for anybody so I'll shut up and say this is a must read. I need part 2ASAP!
May 27, 2018
Baby
Ok, so this book started off a little slow to me but eventually everything started coming together. Hopefully Ja an Giovanna can work things out as well as Shanti and Yari. Hopefully Maxx can see that Mateo is a snake. Ready for part 2.
Ok, so this book started off a little slow to me but eventually everything started coming together. Hopefully Ja an Giovanna can work things out as well as Shanti and Yari. Hopefully Maxx can see that Mateo is a snake. Ready for part 2.
May 28, 2018
Part 2
I couldn't put this down! I'm in love with the dynamics of the characters! I hope our girl is ok. These cartel bosses are a hot mess! I'm ready for more! Don't keep me waiting!
I couldn't put this down! I'm in love with the dynamics of the characters! I hope our girl is ok. These cartel bosses are a hot mess! I'm ready for more! Don't keep me waiting!
July 17, 2018
Wow
Now this is some crazy stuff. Mateo has been setting her up from jump with all the packages he had her picking up. I hope that they find each other before it’s to late. I can’t wait to see what he is up to.
Now this is some crazy stuff. Mateo has been setting her up from jump with all the packages he had her picking up. I hope that they find each other before it’s to late. I can’t wait to see what he is up to.
August 11, 2018
Damn!
Man this book was just that damn good! It kinda started out a little slow for me but once it picked up I couldn't put it down! If you looking to read an action packed crazy love story then this is the book for you.. now on to part 2
Man this book was just that damn good! It kinda started out a little slow for me but once it picked up I couldn't put it down! If you looking to read an action packed crazy love story then this is the book for you.. now on to part 2
May 21, 2018
Oh Lord loved it
Mannn this a real age turner. I cannot wait for Part 2. This crazy mess bout to really set New Orleans on Fire 🔥
Mannn this a real age turner. I cannot wait for Part 2. This crazy mess bout to really set New Orleans on Fire 🔥
May 22, 2018
Awww man I need part 2
I couldn’t put this book down.. I’m feeling this arranged marriage. Hmmm they going to turn My girl G into a Savage.. Ja better be ready for Mrs. Carter
I couldn’t put this book down.. I’m feeling this arranged marriage. Hmmm they going to turn My girl G into a Savage.. Ja better be ready for Mrs. Carter
May 23, 2018
Excellent read
Loved it and I cant wait for part 2. I hope Ja gets to Giovania in time. He loves her but that ending has her looking suspicious
Loved it and I cant wait for part 2. I hope Ja gets to Giovania in time. He loves her but that ending has her looking suspicious
May 23, 2018
Wow
Can't wait for part 2. Everyone is suspect but we all know giovannia hasn't done anything to ja. Mateo is a messed up soul.
Can't wait for part 2. Everyone is suspect but we all know giovannia hasn't done anything to ja. Mateo is a messed up soul.
May 25, 2018
5star
Oh hell know I need book 2 right now . Great work I was so in into there was no more page's lol
Oh hell know I need book 2 right now . Great work I was so in into there was no more page's lol
May 26, 2018
Good Read
This was a really good book. I love Ja and GiO together. I had no ideas that Shanti dad would be the dirty one. I can't wait to see what happens next.
This was a really good book. I love Ja and GiO together. I had no ideas that Shanti dad would be the dirty one. I can't wait to see what happens next.
May 28, 2018
Fire
When I tell you I’m on the edge of my seat with my mounts hanging open I love this book I can’t wait til part 2
When I tell you I’m on the edge of my seat with my mounts hanging open I love this book I can’t wait til part 2
May 30, 2018
Good read
This book was bomb!! I need to know what the heck happens next!! What is ja going to do? Gia is preggo so this just got real okay part 2222
This book was bomb!! I need to know what the heck happens next!! What is ja going to do? Gia is preggo so this just got real okay part 2222
May 30, 2018
I really need book 2
That was one hell of a cliffhanger. I can’t wait to find out what Mateo is up too and how Big John ties into all of this.
That was one hell of a cliffhanger. I can’t wait to find out what Mateo is up too and how Big John ties into all of this.
June 3, 2018
❤️😍
Ja is bae!! I love him!! Giovania would never do anything like that. I bet it’s her lowdown a** Dad!! I can’t wait for part 2!!
Ja is bae!! I love him!! Giovania would never do anything like that. I bet it’s her lowdown a** Dad!! I can’t wait for part 2!!
June 13, 2018
Wait What!?!?!
This book is everything! I haven't read a book this good in a while. It was so good, I was late for work. All I have to say is where is Part 2?
This book is everything! I haven't read a book this good in a while. It was so good, I was late for work. All I have to say is where is Part 2?
June 22, 2018
Fyahhhhh
Wow I'm stuck where's part 2.....I can't wait to see what happens next...I love this couple the growth of their relationship kept me smiling OUT FREAKING STANDING
Wow I'm stuck where's part 2.....I can't wait to see what happens next...I love this couple the growth of their relationship kept me smiling OUT FREAKING STANDING
June 30, 2018
Yeeessss
Can't wait for part 2... Finish the book in one day and mad that I have to wait on the other half. The better leave the Grim Reaper alone before he flips out.
Can't wait for part 2... Finish the book in one day and mad that I have to wait on the other half. The better leave the Grim Reaper alone before he flips out.
July 4, 2018
This is a good read
I can't wait for part 2. I hope giavannia is ok and the get straight. I also see a twist with Danielle and Ashanti.
I can't wait for part 2. I hope giavannia is ok and the get straight. I also see a twist with Danielle and Ashanti.
July 5, 2018
Loved it
I love me some Ja and Gia. This book was so good. Once I started I literally could not stop until I was done. On to part 2.
I love me some Ja and Gia. This book was so good. Once I started I literally could not stop until I was done. On to part 2.
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