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Plain Jane
“Why have love and pain when you can just have great sex?”- Natalie Jane Lorin Some say, once a good girl goes bad, she’s gone forever. However, reality says once a good girl gets laid the right way, she’s a brand-new freak, right? Natalie’s passionless marriage is slowly dying; one day her husband up and leaves without an explanation. Joyclyn , from the bestselling series, The Ultimate No-No, takes a liking to Natalie and seductively brings Natalie into her world of sex, lust, and the game of who can get it. When Natalie meets William David, their sexual chemistry turns into something more than just a one night. Natalie discovers more than just her sexual beast; she soon finds herself face-to-face with true love. Joyclyn’s envy threatens to get the best of her; she wants Natalie all to herself; find out what happens when the game of who can get it turns into a game of winner takes Natalie.
196 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 26, 2015
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About the author
Tamika Newhouse
52 books148 followersFrom teen mom to CEO by the age of twenty, Tamika Newhouse, the author of 17 novels, has landed on numerous best sellers’ lists and is the winner of 7 African American Literary Awards.
Only nine months after debuting her first novel in 2009, she landed a major publishing contract without an agent and went on to become the CEO of Delphine Publications. To date, she has published nearly 200 books, launched the careers of hundreds of writers, and produces the only entertainment award show for African American writers, called the AAMBC Literary Awards.
In 2010, she was inducted into Who’s Who in Black San Antonio. In 2011, her company Delphine Publications won an African American Literary Award for Best Anthology, and for the second time, Tamika won Self Published Author of the Year. The National Women in Business Association also nominated her for the 2011 Entrepreneurial Spirit Award. In 2013, she was honored with the Author of Distinction E. Lynn Harris Award.
She has quickly become the Shonda Rhimes in Black Publishing, due to her creative skills in discovering talent, her unique events that feature celebrities from across the nation, and being the creator of AAMBC, one of the most influential brands in the publishing industry. She has even served as associate producer and screenwriter to the 8 Ball and MJG bio-pic Comin Out Hard; with the goal of becoming a literary Rockstar still in her sights. Tamika presently tours the country speaking about her battle with mental illness and depression to fulfill her dreams, as well as teaching aspiring writers the publishing ropes. She resides in Atlanta with her children.
Only nine months after debuting her first novel in 2009, she landed a major publishing contract without an agent and went on to become the CEO of Delphine Publications. To date, she has published nearly 200 books, launched the careers of hundreds of writers, and produces the only entertainment award show for African American writers, called the AAMBC Literary Awards.
In 2010, she was inducted into Who’s Who in Black San Antonio. In 2011, her company Delphine Publications won an African American Literary Award for Best Anthology, and for the second time, Tamika won Self Published Author of the Year. The National Women in Business Association also nominated her for the 2011 Entrepreneurial Spirit Award. In 2013, she was honored with the Author of Distinction E. Lynn Harris Award.
She has quickly become the Shonda Rhimes in Black Publishing, due to her creative skills in discovering talent, her unique events that feature celebrities from across the nation, and being the creator of AAMBC, one of the most influential brands in the publishing industry. She has even served as associate producer and screenwriter to the 8 Ball and MJG bio-pic Comin Out Hard; with the goal of becoming a literary Rockstar still in her sights. Tamika presently tours the country speaking about her battle with mental illness and depression to fulfill her dreams, as well as teaching aspiring writers the publishing ropes. She resides in Atlanta with her children.
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December 21, 2018
Drama-less
I like erotic fiction but I need a book with a strong storyline. Unfortunately this book didn’t do it for me. It was good but I needed some more story development.
I like erotic fiction but I need a book with a strong storyline. Unfortunately this book didn’t do it for me. It was good but I needed some more story development.
August 14, 2018
Turn up
Ok sooo Tamika got a banger for y’all. This was a cute story, Natalie showed a lot of growth in this story after being left by her young sweethearts/husband. She started finding her self and discovering who she was. This story showed the down fall of young marriages, not in a bad way but it just showed the important of enjoying youth, life experiences and discovering self first before getting tied down. This book was funny, sexually explorative and growth. Great storyline, entertaining and funny!
Ok sooo Tamika got a banger for y’all. This was a cute story, Natalie showed a lot of growth in this story after being left by her young sweethearts/husband. She started finding her self and discovering who she was. This story showed the down fall of young marriages, not in a bad way but it just showed the important of enjoying youth, life experiences and discovering self first before getting tied down. This book was funny, sexually explorative and growth. Great storyline, entertaining and funny!
February 3, 2021
Wow didn't expect that ending
I have so many questions like what is Jocelyn problem. What is the point of all of this Natalia didn't do anything to any of them. And that husband of hers can kick rocks
I have so many questions like what is Jocelyn problem. What is the point of all of this Natalia didn't do anything to any of them. And that husband of hers can kick rocks
November 26, 2017
I purchased this book off of Amazon but I still like to leave my reviews here to keep track of them. This was a good read, but I hated the cliffhanger
April 15, 2018
This book is bomb
This book is so good, I finished it in one night!! I highly recommend this book, the best book I read this year.
5 Stars
This book is so good, I finished it in one night!! I highly recommend this book, the best book I read this year.
5 Stars
April 20, 2018
I read Plain Jane 2 before I read PJ 1. So it made no sense to read 1. I know the ending. But like I said about PJ 2 for them to be in a sex club. The book had no sex in it.
July 19, 2019
Great Book
This book was great. New life experience are great, but with different people can be a disaster. Finding yourself is a must.
This book was great. New life experience are great, but with different people can be a disaster. Finding yourself is a must.
October 25, 2015
It normally only takes me a few hours to get through a book this short, but for some strange reason it took me a little bit longer to get through this short story. Just when I was about to hang it, Tamika did her thing and pulled me right on in. Then just like that...to be continued. Oh well, we are going into the winter months, and there is still no Plain Jane two. I do plan to read book two, just to see how things will turn out for Mrs. Natalie. I should have known she was weak, and would fall for Joyclyn and Silk's mess. Looks like Silk has unintentionally fallen for Plain Jane. The nerve of Kenneth to think he could get tired, take a break and show up like nothing ever went wrong. Oh well, this book wasn't too bad. Tamika has the floor again, and hopefully she will do great things with the sequel. Don't make us wait too long, Tamika!
July 5, 2015
Jane is not plain at all
I have read a plenty of books by this author and I must say this is not her best work. Some people have it five stars and I am still scratching my head as to why they did. It was a very slow read for me. It was a combination of 50 shades of Grey and Addicted which didn't work for me. This is just my opinion only people. Don't let my opinion discourage you all from reading this book. Just as I said earlier I love all of her earlier work this just wasn't my cup of tea. (Addicted was a great read
I have read a plenty of books by this author and I must say this is not her best work. Some people have it five stars and I am still scratching my head as to why they did. It was a very slow read for me. It was a combination of 50 shades of Grey and Addicted which didn't work for me. This is just my opinion only people. Don't let my opinion discourage you all from reading this book. Just as I said earlier I love all of her earlier work this just wasn't my cup of tea. (Addicted was a great read
July 8, 2015
Tamika has done it again!!
This story grabs you from page one! This is the story of Jane who is newly separated. She meets a new friend in Joy who is not who she seems to be. Jane soon learns there is life after her marriage to her childhood sweetheart and she is coming into her own, but at what price??
Kudos Ms. Newhouse!! Once again you have brought the house down with a superb, multi-character and intricate story. BRING ON PART II!!!!
This story grabs you from page one! This is the story of Jane who is newly separated. She meets a new friend in Joy who is not who she seems to be. Jane soon learns there is life after her marriage to her childhood sweetheart and she is coming into her own, but at what price??
Kudos Ms. Newhouse!! Once again you have brought the house down with a superb, multi-character and intricate story. BRING ON PART II!!!!
August 12, 2015
Okay
This was an okay read. It was hard for me to really get into it. It started out kinda slow, and just as I was about to give up on it, it got a little better. This is typically not the kind of book that I usually read, so maybe that was the problem. The storyline was well written and easy to follow. I didn't like how Jocelyn was plotting on Natalie from the start. I will be reading part 2 to see what is going to happen.
This was an okay read. It was hard for me to really get into it. It started out kinda slow, and just as I was about to give up on it, it got a little better. This is typically not the kind of book that I usually read, so maybe that was the problem. The storyline was well written and easy to follow. I didn't like how Jocelyn was plotting on Natalie from the start. I will be reading part 2 to see what is going to happen.
October 28, 2015
Plain jane
I like the fact that the author didn't have overscripted sex scenes . It was just enough but they were well written and the story was well told .the storyline was true to its title . Plain jane wasn't so plain jane after all I loved that jane wasn't so forgiving to her husband . I would like to see were they end up.Joy is a sneaky hefier i had a feeling about her. It seemed soon as the plot twisted the book ended. That was my only problem.
I like the fact that the author didn't have overscripted sex scenes . It was just enough but they were well written and the story was well told .the storyline was true to its title . Plain jane wasn't so plain jane after all I loved that jane wasn't so forgiving to her husband . I would like to see were they end up.Joy is a sneaky hefier i had a feeling about her. It seemed soon as the plot twisted the book ended. That was my only problem.
July 21, 2015
This book was very enjoyable, it kind of reminded me of the book and movie (How Stella Got Her Grove Back) except there wasn't a younger man in this story. Anyways it was well written and it had me tell the last page, Even though the book was short it did not disappoint. Can't wait for the next installment of this book.
August 11, 2015
Slow read!
I gave this book 3 stars instead of 1 star because it picked up toward the end. I started it put it down but decided to finish it. I couldnt get an understanding of it at first. Natalie was being very loose after her husbAnd left her and got herself caught up in something. I may read part 2 just see what silk and joy have up their sleeves.
I gave this book 3 stars instead of 1 star because it picked up toward the end. I started it put it down but decided to finish it. I couldnt get an understanding of it at first. Natalie was being very loose after her husbAnd left her and got herself caught up in something. I may read part 2 just see what silk and joy have up their sleeves.
October 23, 2015
Perfection
This book kept me engrossed from page one. All of the characters were well developed. Natalie is finally living life on her terms. Joy is trouble I can tell and is up to no good. Kenneth has a lot of nerve thinking he can come and go as he pleases. I highly recommend this book.
This book kept me engrossed from page one. All of the characters were well developed. Natalie is finally living life on her terms. Joy is trouble I can tell and is up to no good. Kenneth has a lot of nerve thinking he can come and go as he pleases. I highly recommend this book.
October 26, 2015
PLAIN JANE
NATALIE WAS A FREAK JUST WAITING TO COME OUT THE CLOSET. SHE DIDNT KNOW WHAT TO DO BECAUSE SHE HAD BEEN WITH KENNETH SO LONG. UNTIL SHE MEET JOY. JOY HAD ME CONFUSED. SHE SEEMED TO WANT NATALIE FOR HERSELF BUT SHE HAD SOMETHING UP HER SLEEVE. SILK WAS THE ONE FOR NATALIE. ALL GOOD THINGS COME TO AN END. CANT WAIT TO SEE WHAT IT IS. READY FOR PART 2
NATALIE WAS A FREAK JUST WAITING TO COME OUT THE CLOSET. SHE DIDNT KNOW WHAT TO DO BECAUSE SHE HAD BEEN WITH KENNETH SO LONG. UNTIL SHE MEET JOY. JOY HAD ME CONFUSED. SHE SEEMED TO WANT NATALIE FOR HERSELF BUT SHE HAD SOMETHING UP HER SLEEVE. SILK WAS THE ONE FOR NATALIE. ALL GOOD THINGS COME TO AN END. CANT WAIT TO SEE WHAT IT IS. READY FOR PART 2
October 25, 2015
This book kept me wanting more. If only Kenneth knew what Jane been doing while he's been missing in action he would get it together to get his WIFE back cause she definitely isn't Plain Jane and boring anymore....lol
October 26, 2015
Great book....I loved the sex scenes lol.....this book went many different ways which I love and the characters perspectives we great and not confusing like some. I think Tamiya did her Thang with this one. CAN'T WAIT FOR PART 2.5!!! Great work.
June 27, 2015
Awesome!
Wow! I knew it! I just knew it... I cannot wait to see how the next part of this story goes!
Wow! I knew it! I just knew it... I cannot wait to see how the next part of this story goes!
July 4, 2015
Quick read (only 55 pages) and FULL of steam! Jane is an interesting character, as are the people she meets in this world she inhabits. Part two drops this fall and I am looking forward to it.
July 16, 2015
I knew it was something about that damn Joy and Silk with dirty asses but Silk aka David is catching feelings and Natalie turning in a lil hoochie
January 15, 2016
Even though I normally don't read short stories, this one really had my attention. The twist at the end was a big surprise & I can't wait to read book 2 once I figure out which book it is lol :)
July 9, 2015
Nooooooooo
April 4, 2017
Love it, can't wait for part 2
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