Ciera and Ari are sisters experiencing life’s up’s and downs, ever since their father was murdered they vowed to always be there for each other. Ciera and Ari have goals to accomplish, and nothing is going to stand in their way. Never having been in a real relationship, neither girl is equipped to deal with the extra emotions that it takes. So they think, but when they meet the Kassom brothers, all of that will change.
Juelz Kassom, runs a billion-dollar drug empire and has decided to go legit. In his exit, he decides to leave the empire to his brother Zelan. Can Zelan handle the reigns? Juelz heart belongs to his deceased Fiancé Kenya, and their daughter Kari he has vowed to never love again. Until he comes face- to -face with the beautiful Ciera Voss, can Ciera break down those guarded walls around his heart? There are many snakes surrounding Juelz Empire, and personal life. Can he and Ciera’s romance stand the brewing storm coming their way?
Zelan (Zel) Kassom has always followed the motto “I am my brother’s keeper ” his respect for his only brother is unimaginable. Ready to step up and become the King of New York. It was time; he was ready for the crown. Ever since, the breakup with his ex girlfriend, Zelan has no interest in a relationship. Until his encounters with Ari Voss, no matter how hard he tries to rid his mind of Ari, she plagues his every thought, his every move.
Author K. Renee was born and raised in South Carolina, and later relocated, taking her southern charm, to the City of Brotherly Love aka Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. K. Renee’s passion lies in penning page-turning Urban Romance novels and sharing them with the masses. Becoming a National Bestselling Author after publishing only three novels, K. Renee continued to be a force in the writing industry and taking the African American Romance genre by storm. To date, K. Renee has published a total of twenty-three novels, twenty-one of which have reached number one on the bestseller charts and have had seventeen of her novels charting in the top fifty at the same time.
Author K. Renee is the Founder and CEO of K. Renee Publications, and currently has fourteen authors signed under her. K. Renee has not only focused on her own success but has been moved to mentor other authors in the African American Romance genre, assisting them in cultivating their natural talent. Thus, in fulfilling her passion to uplift fellow authors, and share her knowledge, K. Renee Publications came to fruition. Currently, each of the fourteen authors under K. Renee Publications has charted in the top ten of the bestseller's list. K. Renee Publications is vastly growing and making a name for itself.
Currently enjoying the balance of the fast-paced city life and the relaxed southern vibe, Author K. Renee currently resides in Delaware where she enjoys spending time with her family. As a wife, mother, and grandmother, strong family ties are important to K. Renee. Also having a passion for uplifting women, not only in the writing industry, K. Renee is the Founder of Women’s organization Sisterhood Diary. It is important to K. Renee to share her knowledge, be a positive force in her personal and professional life, and inspire greatness for the next generation.
A fellow reader recommended this book and I’m really glad she did. It’s definitely a banger, well written and some amazing characters. Mama Lai was favorite she was too much and had absolutely no chill, was so full of life and most of all true gangsta. The storyline was awesome and that ending had my mouth on the floor.
This is my first read by this author, but definitely not my last. Held my attention from beginning to the end and what a ending. I couldn't put it down....a page-turner. Enjoyed the storyline and these characters. Flowed really well and at a steady pace. Really loved Ciera and Ari their closeness and how they had each other's back. Once they meet the Kassom brothers their lives changes. Juelz and Zelan ran their empire, but there's some snakes slithering around. I really liked these couples together, but the drama has started with Kenya, Xavier and their so called father. Hopefully, everything will work out for Juelz, Zelan, Ciera and Ari. Especially after that ending and the chapter before. Also, I can't forget about Mama Lai and Ms. Cynthia. theyre hilarious...loved them. Can't wait to see what happens next. Job well done K. Renee
This book will take you on a rollercoaster ride that's very good. To have a mother like Angela I would have rather been raised by wolves because she's not fit to be noone parent. I'm glad Ciera and Ari had their grandmom Ma Lai in their life because she was down for whatever when ot came to her granddaughter's and Toya slow acting self. Julez and Zel and Meek came into these ladies life right in time to show them the love thy never received from their dumb mom. I love me some Ma Laid and Zel because they were some straight fools and keep me laughing thru out this book. This is my 1st time reading one of K. Renee books but it will not be the last time. On to part 2. ***********"************************************** these ate just some of the stars you deserved from reading this book.
This was just outta sight, and Grandma Lai and Ms.Cynthia are just the bomb. These two ladies are gangster goals. There writer paints us a story of a family that not only handling their business but were not looking for love and fell hard. The writer brings us two sisters who not only have life goals but career goals. This was just well rounded story that's written well. There is something for every one and you are going to be hooked from the beginning. There are going to be moments when you are going to scream,laugh out loud,shake your head,and feel quite a bit of anger.The story ends on a cliffhanger and you scream what and then you think yeah! Its not over.Looking for the next installment and hope it is just as explosive!
I can't believe the drama that's going on here. Someone needs to be the voice of reason for Juelz because he's definitely not thinking rationally. I can't believe for someone in his position, words of someone he hasn't seen in years influenced his decision making on Kenya, which made him disregard what he has built with Ciera, instead of investigating the situation for himself first. I just hope that everything will work it's way out, but I fear the storm is just beginning. Hoping that the drama will end soon so the new relationships can continue on the right path of happily ever afters. Great Read! Can't wait for the next installment. ReneeG 👍
This had me interested from beginning to end. Had me a little confused until i realized the story was being told from everybody point of view so it felt like the story was being told over and over. Minor grammar mistakes but other then that it was great. Juelz pissed me off ari is a fool for not telling zel mike was threatening her. Grams straight gangsta lol and I knew Xavier was a snake and Kari wasn’t dead.
This was so good! I can't believe Jun really married Kenya after she has been gone 5 yrs. Even her own daughter doesn't get a good vibe from her. Love Zel though and how hard he goes for the ppl he loves, he also doesn't like Kenya. I fell bad for Ciera and I want her to have twin boys and come back GLOWED up. Ma Lai was my favorite didn't play about her granddaughter's.
Child, this is getting juicy!!! I'm getting used to the replays from different characters p.o.v. But it annoyed the he'll out of me a few chapters where I just really wanted to get to what happened next! And who is this Kofi guy that Meek supposed to look like? Odell Beckham, I know and if that is who Zel looks like them Lord help me cause I want him lol!!! Now to part2
Kenya I knew from the beginning of this book was gonna be a miserable ghost from the past and misery loves company. This book gives you the perfect fantasy of how to be black and beyond rich. These characters are living in a setting that you'd only imagine Christian Grey in and I love it!! Two good girls from the hood with nothing but good to offer literally stumble upon there knights in shining armour. Great read and very good character description.
The storyline was great and there was plenty of action and humor. What stop this from being a 5 🌟 read was the Author having each character repeating the same dialog over and over which in my opinion was not necessary and I felt like it messed up the flow of the book. I will finish reading the series even though I didn't like the characters repeating the same dialog the storyline and characters held my attention.
Alls well that ends well! I enjoyed this series and all the drama! Angela was certifiable and so was Javier! Karma found all who had it coming! The Voss sisters both got great husbands and Ma Lai has a man now! So glad Simone met Tony as well! Meek and Toys are destined, they just need a little time. Gram Laila is funny as heck, loved all of her antics! Great series K. Renee! I must say this one needed lots of editing a lot if grammatical errors!
These Kassom brothers are something else! Grams had me dying laughing every time she spoke lol. It’s messed up how Juelz did CiCi. I hope she don’t run off and get abortion.... it’s messed up that X and ol girl been keepin this secret from Juelz ....I CANT WAIT FOR PART 2!
This book was so good. I’m not feeling Juelz right now and his ex and probably Xavier are on some sneaky mess. I’ve never read from this author before so I decided to give it a chance after seeing all the reviews but I will definitely be reading work from her in the future.
First time reading this author this was a page turner i couldn’t put it down. Great book. I’m mad that ju did that to my girl ciera like that she was so sweet and look Kenya and Xavier have something going on can’t wait to see what that is. I love me some Ari and zel that make such a cute couple I’m glad they found Ari and Kari hope everyone make it’s out safe. Can’t wait for part 2
This book had me intrigued from the synopsis and I did not disappoint one bit. Cici and Ari’s grandma is a straight fool she is too funny. I’m gonna always be team WOMEN and I’m all for Ci moving away to get a peace of mind. Ju is letting his love from the past blind him and that is just sad. I can’t wait for everything else to unfold in book 2
Uhm first of all Grams is me all day me🤣🤣 I don’t understand how a parent cannot protect their kids..smh. But I’m glad the girls found happiness. But Julez is a low down dirty dog for how he did Ciera. I cannot wait for Xavier & Kenya to be exposed.....where’s Part 2
This book got my head spinning...Zel is babe.. baby brother smarter than big bro cuz Juelz got me in my feelings...I love Ari and although I love Ciara and I feel bad for her, she shouldn't have left....Grams is the real MVP... she had me crying real tears she so dang funny... can't wait to continue to part 2 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Ms. Renee....Ms. Renee...Ms. Renee. YOU DID YOUR THANG. This book is straight fire. All the characters are great, the story was great, and the flow was fantastic. Grandma had my stomach hurting. I was actually laughing out loud. I am so glad that I waited until the series was complete because I would have been upset to have to wait for the next book. Now on to #2.
First time reading from this author will definitely continue! I hate how Julez just gonna sweep Ceira off herbfeet then turn on her smh He better get it right Kenya is a fraud . Can’t wait to see what happens next I hope Zealen is ok and it’s a good thing Ceira left so she don’t get caught in this drama
You lyyying to me.. that cliffhanger tho! I can barely leave my review because I'm jumping right into pt 2. So far so good! This series has started off with a bang and I can't wait to see what's popping 9ff next! Ma Lai is something else, lol! So much going on that I can't even get into. Diving right into pt 2.. good read!
So ninjas wanna kidnap kids and shit? I knew deep down that Xavier and Kenya was on some funny shit. How dare fuck she remembers everybody but her child? So all this time they was in it together? Now he done married the grimy birch and Ci Ci gone. I wanna slap that hoe myself 😡😠😡😠
This book started off a bit slow for me because I didn't cate for how the author repeated events several times in back to back chapters with the only difference really being the person telling it. It got better though and the storyline kept me entertained. Ma Lai drags you all the way into the story. She is a hilarious mess.
I had been having readers block until I stumbled across this book. I mean I have literally been on edge with this book. I think it ran my blood pressure up frfr. I’m about to binge read her catalog. Great writing and the story line flowed so smoothly. I’m headed to book 2 now
This book was well worth the read. I enjoyed every bit of it. Juelz was so dumb towards the end. I was so mad at his actions. Others could see what he couldn’t. I felt so bad for Ci. I am anxious to see how the drama plays out in book two.
This book was soooooo good, I can't wait for part 2, it's a very intense book and a banging page Turner, I highly recommend this book to all serious readers, you will not be disappointed
Ju down bad for that move.....I hate that you kept repeating the same lines with each character point of view...where the story should be kept flowing...I did read it in one day though...hope two come soon
I cant believe Juelz pulled a move like that. I hope Ciera come back and Glow up on him. I wonder how he takes the news she was going to give him. Ari and Zalen are the cutest ever.
Omg this book is so great I was immediately swept in after the first chapter and right now I’m loving all the characters especially Ma Lai because she’s a real G... I’m impatiently waiting on part 2