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A Ruthless Kind of Love
Ruthless mafia is a force like you have never seen. The Ruth family has taken Chicago by storm and has no will to ever look back. Using the phrase, 'If I ain’t got it, I’m gon' get it' as their slogan, this family stops at nothing to get what they want.
Ruger is a cop by day and a hustla by night. Being in law enforcement always helped the family come out on top. At some point, being a double agent will put him in the crossfire, and his loyalty will be tested.
Taker is the brother who always did what he wanted and didn’t care about the consequences, even when it came down to women. He has always gotten what he wanted and moved around until he allowed a woman to get in his head. His newfound love comes with a price, and it may be too much for Taker to pay.
Litty is the baby sister of the crew. Turning up is all that matters to her, and her drinking is causing her to be a liability. With a new love interest and the family turning away from her, Litty makes a decision that may bring the entire family to its knees.
Everyone has secrets, but what happens when things you keep inside come to light and destroy everything that you have built? Love, lies, and betrayal are told in many ways, but you have never seen it told the ruthless way. Find out how one crime family is shaken to the core and see who comes out on top.
Ruger is a cop by day and a hustla by night. Being in law enforcement always helped the family come out on top. At some point, being a double agent will put him in the crossfire, and his loyalty will be tested.
Taker is the brother who always did what he wanted and didn’t care about the consequences, even when it came down to women. He has always gotten what he wanted and moved around until he allowed a woman to get in his head. His newfound love comes with a price, and it may be too much for Taker to pay.
Litty is the baby sister of the crew. Turning up is all that matters to her, and her drinking is causing her to be a liability. With a new love interest and the family turning away from her, Litty makes a decision that may bring the entire family to its knees.
Everyone has secrets, but what happens when things you keep inside come to light and destroy everything that you have built? Love, lies, and betrayal are told in many ways, but you have never seen it told the ruthless way. Find out how one crime family is shaken to the core and see who comes out on top.
158 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 16, 2018
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About the author
Latoya Nicole
111 books316 followersLatoya Nicole is an Urban Fiction author. She is currently published and signed to Mz. Lady P presents. She has always had the gift of writing and loved to do so. But she had to put her dream on hold in order to care for her autistic child. Now the 35 year old mother of 1, is ready for the world to share with her as she spins tales of romance, drama, lies and deceit. Born and raised on the mean streets of Chicago, she has witnessed first hand how cold the streets can be. Step into the lives of her characters as they walk you through life as they know it in the windy city.
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September 29, 2018
1st read by this author. These siblings were something else, the absolute craziest characters I've read. They were just as comical as they were insane, with Uncle Red leading the group. Loved the unique names. I felt bad for Teray but I know the guilty party will be handled by her dad. Storyline kept me reading, mainly to find out which nut would strike next. The ending was just as wild as a new problem arose & will have this family ready for war.
January 28, 2019
Latoya Nicole is ridiculously funny. Taker was my favorite with his rude self, I feel he was too hard on Ruger. The family is going through a lot but they need each other to properly heal. Litty should have told them what went down.
September 17, 2018
Ruthless
I didn't know what to expect when I started this book!!! Latoya you did not disappoint me at all!!! All I can say is Dammmmnnnn like Smoky did in Friday!! Uno, Ruger, and Taker are under attack all at once and it's scary because nobody else sees it... I don't trust the women that popped up in their lives out the blue Especially Takers girl!! I really feel bad for Uno because of that demented therapist... I'm curious to see if these chicks were sent in to be the distraction to take out the Ruthless Mafia, along with the chief and possibly Sugar Grits?! Can't wait until part 2!!!
I didn't know what to expect when I started this book!!! Latoya you did not disappoint me at all!!! All I can say is Dammmmnnnn like Smoky did in Friday!! Uno, Ruger, and Taker are under attack all at once and it's scary because nobody else sees it... I don't trust the women that popped up in their lives out the blue Especially Takers girl!! I really feel bad for Uno because of that demented therapist... I'm curious to see if these chicks were sent in to be the distraction to take out the Ruthless Mafia, along with the chief and possibly Sugar Grits?! Can't wait until part 2!!!
September 23, 2018
Crazy family!!!
Now this family is definitely crazy on all types of levels but I loved that it still had it funny moments. I am glad this family sorta kinda got it together because these brothers and sisters are going to need each other. This book flowed really well even with each sibling having their own thoughts about the different situations. I liked the different perspectives, it gave us a chance to see how each person feels. I loved the humor and jokes but the seriousness. I can't wait for part 2.... everyone is going to have to use their special skills to get out of trouble!!! Great job Latoya
Now this family is definitely crazy on all types of levels but I loved that it still had it funny moments. I am glad this family sorta kinda got it together because these brothers and sisters are going to need each other. This book flowed really well even with each sibling having their own thoughts about the different situations. I liked the different perspectives, it gave us a chance to see how each person feels. I loved the humor and jokes but the seriousness. I can't wait for part 2.... everyone is going to have to use their special skills to get out of trouble!!! Great job Latoya
December 27, 2020
I think this was the last family that had a connection to the hoovers or phantom (I think). Unfortunately, it was my least favorite. It didn't flow as well as the others. It had all the prerequisites required to make it an exciting series i.e. colorful characters, an intense plot, people coming back from the dead, and more. I did enjoy Schitzo. I would love to see him with his own story in the form of a standalone. I'll have to check. It may exist. All that being said, I still enjoyed this world the author created, especially when my favorite Phantom made an appearance.
September 18, 2018
Them sisters smh
This family is right up there with Blaze and them! These brothers got their hands full with these two sisters! Especially Litty! If she don’t get her ish together before it’s to late! Who is going to remain standing is the question? She was doing the dang on most. She needs to be brought down a peg! They can’t come together until the hash out their issues though! I have to know how this all plays out
This family is right up there with Blaze and them! These brothers got their hands full with these two sisters! Especially Litty! If she don’t get her ish together before it’s to late! Who is going to remain standing is the question? She was doing the dang on most. She needs to be brought down a peg! They can’t come together until the hash out their issues though! I have to know how this all plays out
September 20, 2018
I got questions
How does this author come up with these storylines and characters? Why is it that ol crazy Schitzo is my favorite? I always tend to to fall over the crazy ones! I really liked how this showed that even though you go through the depths of hell in things in life family always comes back together even when there are wrinkles in that family. Does Hannibal really eat people?
How does this author come up with these storylines and characters? Why is it that ol crazy Schitzo is my favorite? I always tend to to fall over the crazy ones! I really liked how this showed that even though you go through the depths of hell in things in life family always comes back together even when there are wrinkles in that family. Does Hannibal really eat people?
April 18, 2019
Latoya has grown to be one of my favourite authors, but I couldn't with this novel. There was so much that went on with this extremely dysfunctional family, that I can't began to point out just one thing. I know that part two will be even better than part one, with that ending. Normally, there's only one wild, loose cannon in the family, but it seemed like no one was normal.... the Ruth family needed prayers, because that would be the only thing to turn this family around.
August 15, 2019
Litty Lit Lit
I knew I was going to like this book before I read it because 1. It's written by Latoya Nicole and 2. I met the Ruthless Mafia in another one of her books. From start to finish this book was great. I knew Treray's doctor was the one that did what she did. Just when the family was getting back together as a unit, hell started breaking loose from every which way. Can't wait to see what is going to happen with Taker, Uno, and Ruger.
I knew I was going to like this book before I read it because 1. It's written by Latoya Nicole and 2. I met the Ruthless Mafia in another one of her books. From start to finish this book was great. I knew Treray's doctor was the one that did what she did. Just when the family was getting back together as a unit, hell started breaking loose from every which way. Can't wait to see what is going to happen with Taker, Uno, and Ruger.
September 19, 2018
LaToya Never Fails.
This book was 🔥🔥🔥. I can’t wait for part two. Taker is something else and he and Schitzo had me laughing my butt off. Litty messed up by killing that man, but he really left her no choice. I believe that the chief was dirty also. I can’t wait to see what the deal is with him, Janine and Taker’s girl. They’re all pretty shady. Great book LaToya a Nicole. 😍
This book was 🔥🔥🔥. I can’t wait for part two. Taker is something else and he and Schitzo had me laughing my butt off. Litty messed up by killing that man, but he really left her no choice. I believe that the chief was dirty also. I can’t wait to see what the deal is with him, Janine and Taker’s girl. They’re all pretty shady. Great book LaToya a Nicole. 😍
September 20, 2018
Ruthless
As usual, this author was ruthless with the pen. She has a sick and twisted sense of humor that keeps you laughing as you turn the pages. Schitzo is my dude. Out of all of them, he is the one I connected with the most. Him and Taker together is a hot mess. A dysfunctional family at its best. With the way it ended, it's about to get real in part. I'm ready for it.
As usual, this author was ruthless with the pen. She has a sick and twisted sense of humor that keeps you laughing as you turn the pages. Schitzo is my dude. Out of all of them, he is the one I connected with the most. Him and Taker together is a hot mess. A dysfunctional family at its best. With the way it ended, it's about to get real in part. I'm ready for it.
September 21, 2018
Whoa!!!!
LaToya you already know what this was hitting for......man the ACRONYM by itself was everything. Each characters mood, mindset, and actions was felt in this Story. You definitely have outdone yourself and this is just PART 1. I will continue to follow you and your work. Awesome job
LaToya you already know what this was hitting for......man the ACRONYM by itself was everything. Each characters mood, mindset, and actions was felt in this Story. You definitely have outdone yourself and this is just PART 1. I will continue to follow you and your work. Awesome job
September 22, 2018
Cra Cra!
Well first things first.. the entire Ruth clan is nuts!!! Taker is definitely missing all of his screws but I think he's my Fav, lol! This was a crazzzy story and I can't even imagine what's still to come. I loved all the drama and laughter!! Good read, and I'm excited for book 2!
Well first things first.. the entire Ruth clan is nuts!!! Taker is definitely missing all of his screws but I think he's my Fav, lol! This was a crazzzy story and I can't even imagine what's still to come. I loved all the drama and laughter!! Good read, and I'm excited for book 2!
September 24, 2018
ARKOL
This book had me ctfu so bad. It kinda of put me in the mind of The Hoover gang but with sisters thrown in. It was different in a sense. Schitzo and Uncle Red had me weak! I hope River and Taker her out of this jam. And Uno he’s already been through a lot and the Janine was bat sh*t crazy. I hope she gets what she deserves for doing that to Teray.
This book had me ctfu so bad. It kinda of put me in the mind of The Hoover gang but with sisters thrown in. It was different in a sense. Schitzo and Uncle Red had me weak! I hope River and Taker her out of this jam. And Uno he’s already been through a lot and the Janine was bat sh*t crazy. I hope she gets what she deserves for doing that to Teray.
October 6, 2018
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Boy this family got some serious problems. I don’t even know where to start. Idk why Litty just didn’t tell them what she did🤦🏾♀️ hopefully they get Uno before it’s to late. Ugh it’s just so much, what’s going to happen with Ruger? Can’t wait to see how this all plays out.
Boy this family got some serious problems. I don’t even know where to start. Idk why Litty just didn’t tell them what she did🤦🏾♀️ hopefully they get Uno before it’s to late. Ugh it’s just so much, what’s going to happen with Ruger? Can’t wait to see how this all plays out.
October 13, 2018
Okay Book
I love all of Latoya Nicole's books but I really struggled to get through this book. It was a lot of action and drama and overall it's a good read but it's like the family was doing to much and they all seemed like different versions of Blaze to me. Will I read the next book...Yes!!!
I love all of Latoya Nicole's books but I really struggled to get through this book. It was a lot of action and drama and overall it's a good read but it's like the family was doing to much and they all seemed like different versions of Blaze to me. Will I read the next book...Yes!!!
September 17, 2018
So crazy
This book is so good! The love and hate between this family is real and you can feel all of their emotions! I cried like a baby reading about UNOs baby but I know it was necessary for a greater story. Amazing job!!
This book is so good! The love and hate between this family is real and you can feel all of their emotions! I cried like a baby reading about UNOs baby but I know it was necessary for a greater story. Amazing job!!
September 18, 2018
Great read
I could not put this book down until I finished it. I laughed throughout the whole book at Taker and Schitzo. This family is dysfunctional as all get out, but it works for them. I can’t wait for the next book to see what’s going to happen next.
I could not put this book down until I finished it. I laughed throughout the whole book at Taker and Schitzo. This family is dysfunctional as all get out, but it works for them. I can’t wait for the next book to see what’s going to happen next.
September 20, 2018
Maaannnn
Bruh right when...... You know what this is why i love Latoya Nicole cause honnnneeyyy these books have me excited like im at the movies or watching tv !! But no lie i damn near pissed my pants on that Christmas Bus reference
Bruh right when...... You know what this is why i love Latoya Nicole cause honnnneeyyy these books have me excited like im at the movies or watching tv !! But no lie i damn near pissed my pants on that Christmas Bus reference
September 19, 2018
Got Damn
I have never read a book with so many crazies I cannot wait on pt 2 to see what happens I love this whole crew but litty really getting on my nerves now done got taker ass caught up this a must read you will cry laughing lol
I have never read a book with so many crazies I cannot wait on pt 2 to see what happens I love this whole crew but litty really getting on my nerves now done got taker ass caught up this a must read you will cry laughing lol
September 20, 2018
Another great book
I loved it! This crew is very dysfunctional but I love them. I can't wait for book 2! So many questions that I need answered! One again Latoya did not fail for a good read!
I loved it! This crew is very dysfunctional but I love them. I can't wait for book 2! So many questions that I need answered! One again Latoya did not fail for a good read!
September 20, 2018
Chiiillleee
This was a great read as usual!!! I absolutely loved this crazy bunch, can’t wait for part 2! I hope Uno and Taker be ok! Litty should’ve opened her mouth to let the bunch know what’s up. I hope Ruger make it out of this one! Lawd!!!
This was a great read as usual!!! I absolutely loved this crazy bunch, can’t wait for part 2! I hope Uno and Taker be ok! Litty should’ve opened her mouth to let the bunch know what’s up. I hope Ruger make it out of this one! Lawd!!!
September 20, 2018
Shooook!
Every book written by LaToya Nicole leaves me feeling some type of way, but this one has shook up my life! I most definitely wasn’t expecting that ending and I must say, I cannot WAIT for part 2! Great book!
Every book written by LaToya Nicole leaves me feeling some type of way, but this one has shook up my life! I most definitely wasn’t expecting that ending and I must say, I cannot WAIT for part 2! Great book!
September 24, 2018
Yesssss
LaToya Nicole you did that again bae. Monday can’t get here fast enough. That ending was epic but Uno, Ruger, and Litty all done messed up smh. Omg this is a must read...I need part 2 like yesterday.
LaToya Nicole you did that again bae. Monday can’t get here fast enough. That ending was epic but Uno, Ruger, and Litty all done messed up smh. Omg this is a must read...I need part 2 like yesterday.
September 24, 2018
Good read
This book had a lot of stuff going on and I was trying to keep up. I like the family function and dysfunction that they had going on. I’m ready to see what happens in book 2
This book had a lot of stuff going on and I was trying to keep up. I like the family function and dysfunction that they had going on. I’m ready to see what happens in book 2
September 24, 2018
A Ruthless Kind of Love
This was not my favorite by the author. It seemed as it was all over the place. I wasn’t exactly sure where the storyline was going. I’m going to read part 2 only to see what happens to the group of brothers and sisters.
This was not my favorite by the author. It seemed as it was all over the place. I wasn’t exactly sure where the storyline was going. I’m going to read part 2 only to see what happens to the group of brothers and sisters.
September 27, 2018
She did it Again
Although it reminds me of the Hoover's..It's different enough to keep me interested. As usual I wish I had the opportunity to bring these characters to life via The Big Screen
Although it reminds me of the Hoover's..It's different enough to keep me interested. As usual I wish I had the opportunity to bring these characters to life via The Big Screen
September 28, 2018
The Ruthless Mafia gang is crazy Taker, Slice, Ruger, Hannibal, Uno, Litty, Schitzo, Ensane. There was so much drama in this family betrayal and hurt.
I knew Janine was crazy and couldn't be trusted poor Nalia and Teray. Hurry up part 2.#770
I knew Janine was crazy and couldn't be trusted poor Nalia and Teray. Hurry up part 2.#770
September 29, 2018
Love all of your books you keep me laughing my ass off. Got my son looking at me sideways while we in Wal-Mart getting new tires on his car. Girl I can't stop laughing at this crazy ass family I thought that the Hoover's was bad not even close.
October 4, 2018
❤️❤️ another banger
Layoyaaaaaa girlllll u did it again. I thought i couldn’t write a character crazier than Flame or fire whatever his name in “Love and War.,!! But Taker got him. I love all the characters but Taker and crazyyyyy and funny asf.,!! This book is sooooo good
Layoyaaaaaa girlllll u did it again. I thought i couldn’t write a character crazier than Flame or fire whatever his name in “Love and War.,!! But Taker got him. I love all the characters but Taker and crazyyyyy and funny asf.,!! This book is sooooo good
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