The Carter Boys: Complete Series

The Carter Boys #1-4

by Desiree M. Granger

This series is a re-release of all four parts of the Carter Boys. Combined together into one book.

592 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 28, 2015

About the author

Just here to update this profile. I'm actually not 25 anymore but I'll be 30 next year haha. Still writing. Wow. Can't believe it. Current book I'm working on as I type this; Moon Child.

Reviews

[Demetrius]

Those Carter Boys were something else and the women in their lives were no different! Full of drama and lies, I think The Carter Boys is something good to read while in between books.

FYI: I love how Desiree did the ending. Giving each character a chance to wrap up their own story.

[The Reading Sunflower]

Whew, dem Carter boys had me wanting to scream! They were so mannish, it was unreal. Trent, Elijah, Jaheim, and Trell were the worst offenders, while Shiloh stayed a mystery until Noelle stepped into the picture. Anthony and Talin’s storylines were pretty thin, mostly revolving around baby mama drama and being married. But I can’t lie—I liked the Carters overall. They reminded me a lot of the Porters, which made me enjoy them even more.
Now let’s talk about Jordyn… The way she let Elijah constantly play in her face had me so irritated. But nothing made me angrier than the way Jade and Tia treated her. Jade, sis, how are you, as a dark-skinned woman, still dating a man who openly disrespects and humiliates women who look like you? Shallow doesn’t even begin to describe it. And Tia? Let’s call it what it is—she was just a h03, plain and simple.
Jordyn and Noelle were my favorite characters, hands down. They just wanted to love & be loved by the men they had, despite all the chaos around them. On the other hand, Olivia? Straight snake vibes. I never trusted her “good girl” act for one second. And her friend Taylor? Let’s not forget she knew she was dead wrong from the start. How are you giving it up to a man you know has a girlfriend—on the first night y’all reconnect? Disgusting. Nasty work, for real.
Overall, I loved this book. The way it was told from multiple points of view (instead of third person) made it so engaging. I can’t wait to dive into The Carter Girls next!

[Charm 🌻]

Whew, what a journey. There were soooo many typos throughout the entire book, but the story was good. I didn’t like quite a few of the characters, but I know people just like them, so I can appreciate the reality of the book. Jordyn was probably my favorite character of them all, male or female. I will definitely be reading the previous installment and then move on to the carter girls. I love a good laugh and can say there were plenty of funny moments. I’m big on building the characters in a storyline and multiple main characters, but there were a few I could have read less about. I would recommend this book, but if you have a major pet peeve toward errors/toxic characters, maybe you should pass. It’s worth a try though. I’m going to read a few more books before I rate Desiree as a writer.

[crystal niche]

Desiree is easily one of my favorite urban fiction writers. I started with the Moon series but then came back and started reading her entire catalog.. The Carter Boys are CRAZY 😂 typical Atlanta things happening but I loved it all.

[Gina]

Story was entertaining and predictable at times. Definitely showed college life and how young folks act. Especially jealous young women. But the brothers? All ratchet as hell! They were not deserving of some of the women who wanted to be with them. Jordyn was my favorite character and she deserved a better man.

[Crimson]

Good read

This was a good read. I really enjoyed getting to know this family. I try to steer clear of series, but this one wasn't so bad. Just read the damn book.

[Tasha Milteer]

I loved this series and would have a book hangover if she didn't write the Carter Girls. Elijah and Shiloh were my favorite brothers. all in all they were all cute couples.

[Kendra Thompson]

Dem Carter Boys are Everything

Okay I just have few comments READ this DAMN BOOK! I laughed and cried wanted to fight and felt the triumph for each character. I am in love with this crazy dysfunctional family as their issues mirror so many of our own and seeing how they dealt with them was something else. Ms Desiree has done it on to the next

[Lisa]

Very good Series!

These Carter boys weren't no joke and Olivia just out of control! So much was revealed in these stories and these kids went through a lot! Very good series just seriously needed a good editor so many grammatical errors!

[tanessia ford]

Wow

This was my first time reading this author. I was blown away! I can’t wait to read more. I don’t know is she did any follow ups to this series but I would really like more

[Dee]

This book was fireeeee! Desiree can do no wrong in my eyes. The Carter Boys was raw and so dysfunctional, but the family dynamics and their boos had me locked in from start to finish. These brothers were off the chain, and their only sister Olivia really could’ve fooled me!

My favorite Carter boy was definitely Shiloh with his calm demeanor. He carries the weight of the family on his shoulders without them even realizing it. Learning more about the family had me emotional. They were still a mess, but once their backstory unfolded, everything started to make sense.

My least favorite brother had to be Trent, just hardheaded and didn’t learn a single lesson. I’m so glad I picked this book up. I’m definitely running through the rest of the catalog!

[5 Star Delta]

STOP! Have you read For the Love of ATL?

Okay being this is like the 3rd/4th time the book has been released, I would expect for the editing to be better.

These Carter Boys are a hot ass dysfunctional mess!

I liked the 1st person parts of the book where the characters are speaking directly to the reader.

I’m debating on moving on to The Carter Girls; but it’s suggested to read For the love of ATL 1st.

[Kali]

Editing sucks! One whole page was the same 2 paragraphs. 🤦🏾‍♀️ I wasn’t too much feeling the issues with darker skinned women and I was pissed at Jade and Tia for being some hatin asses and jumping poor Jordyn. I was also trying to picture how the Carter boys were fine AF given the descriptions, they were more scary looking with dreadlocks and tats on the face.

[Ali]

Great story. Desiree is the truth

[Kymesha]

The Carter boys were full of drama & dysfunction. Right when you think they’re about to get it together some mess happens. It’s a never ending cycle of drama, chaos & some romance with this bunch but I couldn’t stop reading.
3.75⭐️

[Taryn Nico]

3.5 . So problematic and heavily leans on stereotypical thinking and toxicity. Like a train wreck. You can’t look away or stop reading….

[💖📚BOOKZAMILLION📖💘]

Absolutely loved this book! It never gets old. You can tell that this author puts a lot of thought in the plot/storyline and the characters.


Update: Just read again 3.29.22 for maybe the 10th time. Going through all of the books all over again before Desiree drops some new shit! STILL ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!!! BEST READING EXPERIENCE EVER reading these books. If you have not read all 20 something of this author’s books, you are missing out. READ THEM and in order. This author is so talented that I gladly re-read all of these books every year and will continue to do so.


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I SAID READ THESE BOOKS IF YOU WANT TO READ THE BEST STORIES EVER TOLD!!!!

Total Book Experience 10/10

Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10

[Chandra Shinholster]

The Carter's

I found another book bae because Shiloh Carter is the man. The way he loves for and takes care of his siblings is unmatched. He keeps his composure so well until it's needed. The gansta comes out full blast when that trigger is pressed. Noel came through and took his heart. She is so good for him. Anthony and Talin are still sort of mysteries. Jaheim is a fool and had no business switching with Jodie like he did. So those triplets with Tia was karma.lol Trent is just a player and a bit of a narcissist. Jade was too much for him and Taylor was too easy for him to run over. Crazy ,wild ,sing his butt off Jodie met his match with Ms.Jordyn. Quiet and soft spoken until it came to the bedroom. Last the baby of the bunch Tell and the only one who is gay and has been with his liver for a while. He thinks Tyree will never leave no matter how much he cheats. Tyree does leave and show Trell he doesn't need him and Trell grows up fast. I loved the Carter boys and want more.

[Dione Brown]

A mess

I love these stories by Desiree.. I backtracked so I could really get to know the other characters that kept sliding thru with The Skyes... Olivia is a mess. I was wondering why Shiloh didn't say anything to her about that money..also Shiloh saw who Michael was before when he came over to Noelles house before it was not kool that it was thought we didn't or would not notice. Guess it's just editing issues..But I will be on to The Cater Girls.

[Kimberly]

Good read

I was late reading this series. It was recommended in an on-line book club I'm in. I enjoyed this book. It made me think about my time in college. There were a few errors, but it didn't take away from the story. This was my first time reading this author, but it won't be my last. I'm buying the next books about the girls.

[Val but you can call me Shug]

Shiloh

My friends told me that I would hate him at the end.... but nah I love him. I’m giving this book five stars because it kept me throughly entertained. There were some typos and errors but I could over look them because of the story line.

[Amber]

2nd time reading this series

I absolutely loved the storylines. The Carter boys are crazy and the women in their lives are even crazier. A few grammatical errors but overall a really good read.

[literarymindset]

One of the best hood books that I’ve read in a very long time. It put through a complete rollercoaster but it was definitely worth it. This is one of the books that if I could reread it as if it was my first time…I would.

[Shakeria Sharie]

I'm so glad I had this already on my kindle so I didn't to wait for all the releases. I loved these books but I did want to hear more from Jade.

[Yvette Waite]

Excellent

This box set make me want to read all the books on these characters and read all the books this author wrote!

[Imoni]

Great story telling !

Definitely enjoyed the ride of this emotional rollercoaster book. Can’t wait to read Carter Girls. I already know Olivia is a trip.

[Darcy]

Enjoyed

Another good read.. I enjoyed reading about the Carter Boys. They’re an interesting group of men, with a sad back story.

[Sharpe]

Felt like these characters were a part of my life!..... That Elijah and Shiloh!....

[Selene]

Better than I thought

I enjoyed the series a lot more than I thought I would be. Would like to read what happen when the bothers get a clue about their sister.

[Deena]

Really good book

I really enjoyed this book. Trent, Olivia, and Taylor got on my last damn nerves though lol. About to head on to read the Carter Girls!