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Bully and Envy Love Wasn't Meant for a Thug

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Taheem aka Bully had a rough childhood. He lost his brother when he was nine and it changed his home life forever. Despite those challenges, Bully was a simple man living a simple life. All he wanted to do was become a welder and spoil the love of his life Safiya, but a freak accident robbed him of those dreams. After losing Safiya, a hatred so dark formed inside of Bully that he literally turned into a savage overnight. Without Safiya, he feels he has nothing to live for and Bully vows to never love another woman. Envy is content being a kept woman, until the streets play their hand and sends her boyfriend Mason, to the feds. Once Mason is in prison, Envy knows she has to come up with a game plan and when a minimum wage paying job doesn't cut it, she ventures into the night life with her best friend Kat. Envy runs into a lot of road blocks in the form of dysfunctional relationships, being betrayed by people she holds dear to her heart, and finding out that no one seems to be who she thought they were. In the midst of it all, she finds herself falling for the mysterious and sexy Bully. She knows she should run in the opposite direction because Bully doesn't try to hide the fact that he doesn't want a relationship but even that isn't enough to deter Envy.

312 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 24, 2020

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1,573 reviews
March 14, 2020
Bully nor Envy seemed to be able to catch a break. It was as if one thing after the other was constantly being thrown at them. Mason was foul and I wish Bully didn't have his accident. Kat was something else and her greed definitely got her caught up. Benzo was doing the unthinkable and had to pay for his dirty deeds. My heart went out to Jessica because even though there were signs she still never expected to lose Tron the way she did. She was left with a lot of what ifs. Envy bounced back in a major way and I applauded her for not allowing her circumstances to deter her from doing and wanting better. Her hustle began to pay off and even though she had a few hurdles she accomplished a lot. Bully was afraid but I was glad he took heed to the unexpected message he received. He finally stopped running from his feelings and I'm glad he and Envy were able to begin to build.
139 reviews1 follower
March 4, 2020
Everything happens for a reason

It's been awhile since I read anything by this author, but this book hits close to home. We can hold grudges or feel some type of was about things that happen outside of our control but you never know how someone is feeling as a result of it. Bully her resentment towards his father, but when the same thing happened to him. Envy had a big heart and was loyal to those who weren't loyal to you. Mason was a f'boy and Kat was an envious friend who didn't care who she crossed all for some money. I'm glad that everything worked out the way it did, but I hope to see a spin-off about Jessica in the future
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121 reviews4 followers
July 15, 2021
Loved it

I was so rooting on Envy & Bully 😁
Even though Envy was making me mad being a little thotish . Benzoyl got what was coming to him how could you throw your own best friend to the wolves because you want to be on top. My heart went out to Jessica she missed all the signs of he husband down fall but he also should've reached pur foe help and if his friends were seeing the signs they should've intervened. Now Kat I have no words for her but SNAKE she deserved all that KARMA that she got ole heffa lol. Bully is Bae my O felt so bad for him but I'm glad he opened his heart up to be able to love again. This was a good read.
1,313 reviews
July 2, 2022
Keywanna Revell

Awesome Natisha never disappoint you she has amazing catalog of books..I really enjoyed how Envy and Bully took there time to get to know one another Bully was dealing with heartache from losing love of his life but I'm glad that he finally realized it was time to move on .Now Envy on the other hand she was up against a lot of truma thing and relationship wasn't right I'm glad her and Bully we're able to come out together..I wish had updated see if they got married and have kids..
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238 reviews9 followers
May 7, 2021
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

I felt sad for bully and Jessica and Envy. They went through some much loss. Fingers crossed Jessica get your own standalone. Kat pissed me off. I Can't believe she did that to envy. Not all money is good money. She had a loyal friend in Envy. I want to read more on Jessica story. Hopefully we can get a sequel or something. So, ladies and gentlemen's seat back and enjoy this standalone.
1,184 reviews15 followers
May 7, 2021
Latavia Thoughts

This was a good story I felt so bad for Bully situation in the beginning to he got himself together. Envy ex was wrong for not being honest so karma was his justice & his best friend back doored him ! That slut Kat got what she deserved I didn't feel bad for her period. Jessica & From situation broke my heart I wonder who robbed him.I was happy Bully & Envy got together in the end!!
73 reviews2 followers
January 11, 2022
Great book

I honestly enjoyed this book and how the story was paced. Although i had hopes of Monty and Jessica maybe meeting and getting together. My heart really went out to Bully being that he experienced losing a loved one in the same way and i know the guilt crippled him when he accidentally killed the love of his life and their baby. I really wished there was a part 2 but i will definitely be checking out the rest of your catalog
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5 reviews
October 17, 2021
All over the place.

The book had potential to be good. It’s just had a lot going on. Too much explaining of the same thing. Bully wanting Envy then he didnt. Kat character wasn’t needed. Should have been replaced her Jessica. Jessica came out of no where. Like the book was thrown together
372 reviews1 follower
March 8, 2025
So Good

This book was filled with drama and had me hooked from beginning to end! The storyline was intense, the characters kept me invested, and every twist made me eager to see what would happen next. It was a fast-paced, engaging read that I couldn’t put down. If you love a book that keeps you on edge, this one won’t disappoint!
74 reviews1 follower
March 4, 2020
Bully & Envy

I truly enjoyed this read. I’m glad Envy and Bully were able to work things out. My heart ached for Jessica. I was hopeful that Kay would get on the right track before the consequences caught up with her.
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1,186 reviews6 followers
March 4, 2020
Bully & Envy ❤

 I felt so sad for Bully, he went through so much loss throughout his life. Envy had a big heart she was so loyal to people who weren't loyal to her. Kat was not a real friend and I'm glad she got her karna. Can we get a Bully & Envy wedding?
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Author 22 books21 followers
June 12, 2020
This storyline was excellent, intense, and full of drama. Character development well written and relatable. I enjoyed and recommend this five star read. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
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1,660 reviews1 follower
March 19, 2021
Loving you!!

Man oh man, Bully and Envy made it to the finish line. Kat let money come in and cloud her judgement. This authors writing has been good to me being a new reader. Let's get cracking!!
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3,464 reviews27 followers
May 14, 2021
Bully & Envy

I swear her books are such a vibe! Takes me back to my undergrad days in North Carolina. I love that we got to see the characters grow and build themselves up as they dated. Patience was definitely a virtue for Envy and how she handled Bully!
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1,568 reviews34 followers
May 16, 2021
Ok read

This book was okay but I just didn't feel the chemistry between Bully and envy. I don't know I couldn't quite get into this one. I felt sorry for Jessica. Kate was chasing paper and got caught up.
234 reviews
September 6, 2021
Series me

This needed to be a series.. I loved everything about this book but I needed more.. Envy went through so much but I glad her Snd Bully made it.. Why did Benzo a snake. Kat smh all I can do. Why did T start getting high.. I’m just mad that it’s over
Profile Image for DeNae Sheree.
1,108 reviews21 followers
November 13, 2021
Good story

This was a good story. My heart went out to Bully. He definitely went through a lot. Envy was such a hustler, I loved that about her character. I’m glad she stuck it out with Bully.
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163 reviews
March 20, 2020
Bully & Envy

Miss Raynor does it again with another great rerelease! As a reader, I’m loving it! Bully & Envy are one of my favorite book couples
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65 reviews4 followers
May 16, 2021
Loved it

It was a very good book that i enjoyed from this author. All her books are good, ill be reading more from her.
12 reviews
June 25, 2021
Great story

I loved the story…I wish it’s was a chapter on Tron I was left kinda feeling like why…I loved how Bully and Envy relationship turned out.
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