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Never Again, No More
Follow four friends who learn that to win in life, sometimes you have to lose. Journey with these ladies as they try not to fall victim, Never Again, No More.
Born and raised in Atlanta, Lucinda, LaMeka, Charice, and Trinity are best friends who all have suffered the perils of teen pregnancy. With their dreams and ambitions on hold, they struggle to find themselves and survive this game called life. Despite their efforts, the decisions they make create more trouble, and the consequences prove to be costlier than they ever could have imagined.
Born and raised in Atlanta, Lucinda, LaMeka, Charice, and Trinity are best friends who all have suffered the perils of teen pregnancy. With their dreams and ambitions on hold, they struggle to find themselves and survive this game called life. Despite their efforts, the decisions they make create more trouble, and the consequences prove to be costlier than they ever could have imagined.
368 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 4, 2012
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About the author
Untamed
31 books85 followersUntamed's writing journey began at thirteen years old with poetry, spoken word and short stories. Throughout her high school and college years, she received many accolades for her writing ability to include the Coca-Cola Young Writers Award and honorable mention in the Sandhills Writers’ Conference.
Best known for her gritty yet flavorful language, Untamed brings about knowledge and support through real life, every day stories with highly animated and lifelike characters. Her powerful words and straight up, no-chaser verbiage delivers punches that will leave you screaming for more.
In 2012, Untamed released her debut novel entitled, Never Again…No More through One Karma Publishing to rave reviews. Since that time, Untamed has become a self-published author and penned ten novels to date. Her second novel entitled, Never Again…No More II: Getting Back to Me broke into the Amazon Top 100 for Literature- Fiction becoming an official Amazon Bestseller in July 2013.
She was also a contributor to Loving Black Men An Anthology, for which proceeds are donated to the NAACP. Her poetry work has also been featured in several magazines including Precious Stones and Soul Say On Universal Languages Issue 3.
Untamed has been featured in several print ads including SWAG Magazine CA and Kontrol Magazine. Untamed has also had several author features and interviews including noteworthy interviews with NTUNED Radio Show, the Poetic Soul Talk Show and PD Radio which generates thousands of listeners.
Her diligent work led to a budding opportunity as a writer and interviewer with SWAG Magazine CA and SWAG Magazine Souf based out of the Bay Area in California. Her interviewees and write-ups include Hollywood Pompeii, DJ N-Fluence (a budding DJ from Australia) and Hazel E from VH1's Love & Hip Hop Hollywood, just to name a few.
She is also a dedicated volunteer for Mothers Against Drunk Driving. As a volunteer and committee member for M.A.D.D., she is committed to honoring the memory of her family members who passed away in a drunk driving crash by creating a legacy of giving to support other victims and survivors. In March 2015, she released a poetry book that is near and dear to her heart entitled, This Side of Heaven-A Poetic Journey of Strength and Survival which rose to the charts of Amazon as the #1 Hot New Release and an Amazon Bestseller. It is a collection of poems dedicated to her daughter, mother and cousin for which all proceeds are donated to M.A.D.D. (Mothers Against Drunk Driving).
She is married with three beautiful children, one angel and is a graduate of the University of Maryland University College and is a member of Sigma Alpha Pi.
Best known for her gritty yet flavorful language, Untamed brings about knowledge and support through real life, every day stories with highly animated and lifelike characters. Her powerful words and straight up, no-chaser verbiage delivers punches that will leave you screaming for more.
In 2012, Untamed released her debut novel entitled, Never Again…No More through One Karma Publishing to rave reviews. Since that time, Untamed has become a self-published author and penned ten novels to date. Her second novel entitled, Never Again…No More II: Getting Back to Me broke into the Amazon Top 100 for Literature- Fiction becoming an official Amazon Bestseller in July 2013.
She was also a contributor to Loving Black Men An Anthology, for which proceeds are donated to the NAACP. Her poetry work has also been featured in several magazines including Precious Stones and Soul Say On Universal Languages Issue 3.
Untamed has been featured in several print ads including SWAG Magazine CA and Kontrol Magazine. Untamed has also had several author features and interviews including noteworthy interviews with NTUNED Radio Show, the Poetic Soul Talk Show and PD Radio which generates thousands of listeners.
Her diligent work led to a budding opportunity as a writer and interviewer with SWAG Magazine CA and SWAG Magazine Souf based out of the Bay Area in California. Her interviewees and write-ups include Hollywood Pompeii, DJ N-Fluence (a budding DJ from Australia) and Hazel E from VH1's Love & Hip Hop Hollywood, just to name a few.
She is also a dedicated volunteer for Mothers Against Drunk Driving. As a volunteer and committee member for M.A.D.D., she is committed to honoring the memory of her family members who passed away in a drunk driving crash by creating a legacy of giving to support other victims and survivors. In March 2015, she released a poetry book that is near and dear to her heart entitled, This Side of Heaven-A Poetic Journey of Strength and Survival which rose to the charts of Amazon as the #1 Hot New Release and an Amazon Bestseller. It is a collection of poems dedicated to her daughter, mother and cousin for which all proceeds are donated to M.A.D.D. (Mothers Against Drunk Driving).
She is married with three beautiful children, one angel and is a graduate of the University of Maryland University College and is a member of Sigma Alpha Pi.
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June 8, 2021
I bought this book last year because I had never heard of this author. I just so happened to stumble across it because I had forgotten about it. Good read for me will be picking up Book 2 soon.
April 24, 2020
BABY, Untamed showed her natural black a**!!! The characters were well thought out. The storyline flowed nicely. The ups the downs, the twists, the turns. The roller coaster ride of emotions. This book had it all. She really had me in my feelings for the characters, and I wanted to see all of them win. When they hurt, I hurt. When they experienced pleasure, I experi-well, never mind about that, (LOL) I didn't want the book to end. I'm truly a forever fan and can not wait to read Never Again, No More 2: Getting Back to Me, so I can check up on my girls and see how things turned out for them.
January 2, 2020
Love this unique read. I love how the story was based on 4 women and there lifestyle. The men in this book however...hmmmm. It seems to me that every book that this author writes; automatically comes to life for me. I can imagine my reality being each characters reality and the feelings they feel, I feel. All in all this was an absolute great read and I’m super blessed to have had the pleasure of reading this before it officially came out. Great Job. If I could rate this book more than 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I would definitely do so. Can’t wait to see more of what you have in store
January 1, 2020
Untamed really did it!!! She captured every possible scenario that could effect a woman. These women were friends but each had their own crosses to bear. The storylines were so relatable and true to life. As you turn the pages, you can’t help but get drawn into their lives. Read!!!
January 4, 2021
Genuinely enjoyed this book. Great descriptive writing that kept me on the edge of my seat.
April 4, 2021
Super realistic...
December 25, 2021
Sip Approved
Let’s Set the Mood Right Quick:
Never Again, No More (Urban Renaissance) by Untamed
Drink: E&J
Music: What About Your Friends by TLC, Teenage Pregnancy by Francine Hendricks
Audible: Lola James, Sable Lyn, Ebony Mendez, and Tamara Thompson: These women did a fantastic job. They brought these characters to life. They are had distinctive voices for each character. We truly enjoyed multiple narrators. It really sets this story apart.
Trinity: If, “one foot in and one foot out,” was a person it would be Trinity. She had all the material things any young woman would want.
Charice: If, “loving a man more than yourself,” was a person it would be Charice. She struggled with finding herself worth.
LaMeka: If, “your environment,” was a person it would be LaMeka. She struggled with childhood trauma.
Lucinda: If, “taking one step forward and two steps back,” was a person it would be Lucinda. She just couldn’t catch a break.
This was a journey of four friends that all took the same path but ended up in different places. This story was filled with resentment, should’ve, could’ve, would’ves. Watching these girls transform into women was phenomenal. Even when their struggles by the end of the story you were proud to steps, they were taking to become better mothers. Strap up this is only the beginning.
Let’s Set the Mood Right Quick:
Never Again, No More (Urban Renaissance) by Untamed
Drink: E&J
Music: What About Your Friends by TLC, Teenage Pregnancy by Francine Hendricks
Audible: Lola James, Sable Lyn, Ebony Mendez, and Tamara Thompson: These women did a fantastic job. They brought these characters to life. They are had distinctive voices for each character. We truly enjoyed multiple narrators. It really sets this story apart.
Trinity: If, “one foot in and one foot out,” was a person it would be Trinity. She had all the material things any young woman would want.
Charice: If, “loving a man more than yourself,” was a person it would be Charice. She struggled with finding herself worth.
LaMeka: If, “your environment,” was a person it would be LaMeka. She struggled with childhood trauma.
Lucinda: If, “taking one step forward and two steps back,” was a person it would be Lucinda. She just couldn’t catch a break.
This was a journey of four friends that all took the same path but ended up in different places. This story was filled with resentment, should’ve, could’ve, would’ves. Watching these girls transform into women was phenomenal. Even when their struggles by the end of the story you were proud to steps, they were taking to become better mothers. Strap up this is only the beginning.
October 5, 2021
All of these helfas were dumb but I have definitely hung out with dummies like these. Very relatable. That ended ACTUALLY had me very SHOOK I can't wait for part 2
November 1, 2021
Good Read...Going to look for part 2.
September 25, 2021
Trash. I made it to disk three and am genuinely sick of hearing the pointless vulgar trash talk. I will, however, finish the book. I don't want anyone to say I didn't give it a chance to reveal some redeeming value.
If I were a mother of a young daughter of color she would not be allowed to read this kind of garbage. The book reinforces the pregnant black teen girls, the worthless baby Daddy, mothers that put men before their children, and the almighty power of the drug $$$$s.
Time for mothers of color to start demanding better reading material. Time to step up and stamp out these stereotype books of entertainment.
If I were a mother of a young daughter of color she would not be allowed to read this kind of garbage. The book reinforces the pregnant black teen girls, the worthless baby Daddy, mothers that put men before their children, and the almighty power of the drug $$$$s.
Time for mothers of color to start demanding better reading material. Time to step up and stamp out these stereotype books of entertainment.
September 30, 2021
Really
The last few chapters of the book were a fair read. It was to much detail and very slow at the beginning. I will however read part 2 in order to see what happens next.
The last few chapters of the book were a fair read. It was to much detail and very slow at the beginning. I will however read part 2 in order to see what happens next.
September 2, 2021
This book was long but good. It is about 4 friends and their relationships with their baby daddies. I can't wait to read the 2nd book to see if the drama continues.
Read
August 14, 2020⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I'm dubbing this five star read "Whew Chile"
Oh my goodness.... Let me start by saying I love this Author's writing style. She makes me feel at ease with the story, yet at the same time thumps on my nerves. These characters really grew on me. I found myself really upset about what they were experiencing. I had to tell myself, it's just a book Ebony. Calm down...
All I can say is, Author Untamed keep playing with my emotions!! You've got a gift with the pen ❤️📚
I definitely recommend you guys to allow her to play with yours😁
I'm dubbing this five star read "Whew Chile"
Oh my goodness.... Let me start by saying I love this Author's writing style. She makes me feel at ease with the story, yet at the same time thumps on my nerves. These characters really grew on me. I found myself really upset about what they were experiencing. I had to tell myself, it's just a book Ebony. Calm down...
All I can say is, Author Untamed keep playing with my emotions!! You've got a gift with the pen ❤️📚
I definitely recommend you guys to allow her to play with yours😁
April 21, 2020
This book has a great storyline. As a woman who was once a high school teenage girl I can related to all the women in this story. At a young age we do foolish things and thing we are indestructible but as we grow, we discover that we are easy to crumble and fall. Lucinda, Trinity, Charice and LaMeka are all girls just growing up and trying to enjoy life being part of the “it crew”. They fall for boys, Raul, Ryan, Terrance, Pooch and Tony....that represent every kind of boy and man that exist in our lives. Some good and some not so good. Spoilers...Lucinda and Raul I understand she needs to do what she needs to do because of her daughter but I don’t think that’s going to turn out to be a good thing for her....tangling with her best friends man and his business at the strip club. Trinity and Terrance...WOW!! If Pooch, her current man, finds out...they both might die. I am happy for Lincoln and Charice...She deserves to be happy after Ryan didn’t acknowledge her or their triplets, but the repercussions that can come from that when when Ryan finds out that his baby momma and his best friend are in a relationship may crush him....damn!!! Pick this book up....pay for it and download the whole copy from Amazon. If you grew up in da hood, I promise you won’t be disappointed be sure one of these sistas will be you!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 3, 2020
Four teenage girls find themselves in relationships with high school lives that all take a twisted turn. Charice seems to be the level-headed one that is ruined by her heart. It seems like time stands still for LaMeka. Trinity is stuck between a rock and a hard place and Lucinda just wants what's best for her daughter.
This book is a page turner that will have your emotions all over the place…and then leave you wanting more. I can't wait to catch up with these characters in "Never Again…No More II: Getting Back To Me.
I highly recommend this book by @authoruntamed and give it
This book is a page turner that will have your emotions all over the place…and then leave you wanting more. I can't wait to catch up with these characters in "Never Again…No More II: Getting Back To Me.
I highly recommend this book by @authoruntamed and give it
March 11, 2013
I felt it was well written. It touched on issues of today's society. Teen pregnancy is not just a black problems but a problem for all races. I also felt like I could relate to the characters in the story that their struggles were believable. I can't wait for part two. Do you have the release date yet?
June 3, 2013
I loved this it was free on kindle today. I loved all the characters. I don't like what Charise is doing I want her to take back Ryan. Lucinda can't catch a break. Meka needs too start thinking about her life and kids and haul ass from Tony. I want Terrence and Trinity together but at what cost will it happen. Can't wait for part 2. Don't keep me waiting to long . Lol
June 21, 2013
To say this story captured me is an understatement. Not only does Ms. Untamed live up to her name giving you the good the bad and the ugly of single parenthood, but the untamed truth of everyday struggle for parents who aren't "together". This book is truly needed to be read not just by single mothers trying to hold on but women before they even get in the situation. I CAN NOT WAIT FOR PART TWO!
February 27, 2013
Good read,looking forward to part 2
August 22, 2013
Loved this book
January 27, 2020
I tried to finish this book, but couldn't. The characters were annoying and quite frankly I'm bored to death with these same storylines.
Did not finish
October 27, 2024Never Again, No More by Untamed
Never Again, No More #1
11h 37m narrated by Lola James, Sable Lyn, Ebony Mendez, and Tamara Thompson, 368 pages
Genre: African-American Fiction, Urban Fiction
Featuring: Atlanta, Georgia; Profanity, Drug Dealers, Sex, Multiple POVs, Teen Pregnancy
Rating as a movie: R for adult content
Songs for the soundtrack: "In Da Club" by 50 Cent
Books and Authors mentioned: Halloween by John Carpenter and Debra Hill
My rating: DNF @ 6% Chapter 3
My thoughts: 📱6% 42:18 Chapter 3 Charise - Nope, nope, nope. I'm not feeling this at all and knowing I have to read another book after this one has me throwing in the towel.
Why I quit: I'm over these hood dramas with tons of exposition, bad decisions, drug dealers, and profanity. I'm not sure how this one slipped through.
Recommend to others: No. I obviously heard good things to add it to my library, but it's not for those who don't enjoy this type of urban fiction.
Never Again, No More
1. Never Again, No More (2014)
2. Never Again, No More 2: Getting Back to Me (2014)
3. Never Again, No More 3: Karma's Brew (2014)
4. Never Again, No More 4: What Goes Around (2015)
5. Never Again, No More 5: Game Over (2015)
6. Never Again, No More: Karma's Payback (2022)
Never Again, No More #1
11h 37m narrated by Lola James, Sable Lyn, Ebony Mendez, and Tamara Thompson, 368 pages
Genre: African-American Fiction, Urban Fiction
Featuring: Atlanta, Georgia; Profanity, Drug Dealers, Sex, Multiple POVs, Teen Pregnancy
Rating as a movie: R for adult content
Songs for the soundtrack: "In Da Club" by 50 Cent
Books and Authors mentioned: Halloween by John Carpenter and Debra Hill
My rating: DNF @ 6% Chapter 3
My thoughts: 📱6% 42:18 Chapter 3 Charise - Nope, nope, nope. I'm not feeling this at all and knowing I have to read another book after this one has me throwing in the towel.
Why I quit: I'm over these hood dramas with tons of exposition, bad decisions, drug dealers, and profanity. I'm not sure how this one slipped through.
Recommend to others: No. I obviously heard good things to add it to my library, but it's not for those who don't enjoy this type of urban fiction.
Never Again, No More
1. Never Again, No More (2014)
2. Never Again, No More 2: Getting Back to Me (2014)
3. Never Again, No More 3: Karma's Brew (2014)
4. Never Again, No More 4: What Goes Around (2015)
5. Never Again, No More 5: Game Over (2015)
6. Never Again, No More: Karma's Payback (2022)
October 8, 2022
I've written a couple of non-fiction books and I've always put my name to them.
I've thought about writing fiction under a different name but never did.
So, when I stumbled across an author called 'Untamed', I figured I'd take a look.
I wish I hadn't.
Some books stay with you for a long time and sometimes, unfortunately, it is because they stink, they are so deeply unpleasant that their stench takes a time to dissipate.
"Never Again, No More" is one of those books.
It's no wonder 'Untamed' didn't put his or her name to it (although it appears to be a female), because it is genuinely dreadful. What makes it worse is that the author is clearly capable of writing a much better book but chose not to.
There's obviously a market for this type of awful because Untamed has a crapload of titles.
The women are proud of the fact that they've messed up their lives.
The men are uncaring thugs.
The plot is ridiculous.
I gave up after this statement:-
“Are you telling me my son is a fucking retard?” Tony yelled at me.
It turns out that he is autistic. The term might, however, be more correctly applied to the author.
DNF
1 Star - and that's generous.
I've thought about writing fiction under a different name but never did.
So, when I stumbled across an author called 'Untamed', I figured I'd take a look.
I wish I hadn't.
Some books stay with you for a long time and sometimes, unfortunately, it is because they stink, they are so deeply unpleasant that their stench takes a time to dissipate.
"Never Again, No More" is one of those books.
It's no wonder 'Untamed' didn't put his or her name to it (although it appears to be a female), because it is genuinely dreadful. What makes it worse is that the author is clearly capable of writing a much better book but chose not to.
There's obviously a market for this type of awful because Untamed has a crapload of titles.
The women are proud of the fact that they've messed up their lives.
The men are uncaring thugs.
The plot is ridiculous.
I gave up after this statement:-
“Are you telling me my son is a fucking retard?” Tony yelled at me.
It turns out that he is autistic. The term might, however, be more correctly applied to the author.
DNF
1 Star - and that's generous.
August 30, 2017
This book show you as a single mom you can get though it . Don't let no man stop your dreams or your future for your kids . I will say read this book you will understand it more what these mothers went though .
September 19, 2022
This is a great book! It had me in my feelings. It shows how we do so much for the men we love, only to get treated like poop. Lol! Lastly, that dang Tony!!! I was ready for Meka to take home out!
May 12, 2023
Wow! Listening to this one right here! The ladies in this book made me so upset! I was literally yelling at them as if they could hear me! On to book 2 to see what becomes of this drama!
February 19, 2024
This was good but the story did not end. I think it is going to take 4 books for the complete story.
May 24, 2024
What an exceptional read/listen to that's very action-driven !!! The story of each character was extremely good and realistic. Looking forward to reading and/or listening to the others.
May 19, 2024
8thDrama on top of drama, & I read every minute of it!
Readers follow the lives of four high school friends, Lucinda, LaMeka, Charice, and Trinity, as they juggle the drama of being teen mothers, and now the perils of single motherhood (for most of them), all while juggling a love life with the wrong guy (because let's be real, calling these dudes men is a TRULY a stretch).
Readers follow the lives of four high school friends, Lucinda, LaMeka, Charice, and Trinity, as they juggle the drama of being teen mothers, and now the perils of single motherhood (for most of them), all while juggling a love life with the wrong guy (because let's be real, calling these dudes men is a TRULY a stretch).
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