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Serenity and Jax: A Houston Hood Tale

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All Serenity wanted to do is sing. Having one chance to make that happen she takes it, making a decision that follows her and not for the better. One person holds her career in their hands but when he threatens to take it all away, and expose her secret, how will she fix her mistake and keep being successful in her career? Jaxson owns his own security firm, working with high-end clients is nothing new to him. That’s until he’s hired to work for Serenity. With a crazy, stalker fan after her, she fears for her life. The two of them instantly notices a connection, until a life-threatening event happens. Parker is Serenity’s best friend and lead dancer on everything she does. Being the carefree, wild girl has always been Parker. That is until she runs into one of the hottest rappers in the industry, Yung. Yung is rude and doesn’t care who he offends, with girls constantly throwing themselves at him, a baby momma who won’t let go, and his career at its high he doesn’t see himself settling down anytime soon. What starts off as something fun for the both of them quickly begins to become blurred. Will Parker be enough to make Yung change his playboy ways and finally settle down? Maya is all work and no play until she meets Troy. The two seem to be on the same page until one phone call from back home has Maya questioning everything she thought she would have with Troy. Join these couples and see how they handle the scandals, secrets, fans, and drama that surround the music industry all while trying to find love.

500 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 1, 2020

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Tay Mo'Nae

97 books896 followers
Tay Mo'Nae is a 27-year-old Urban Romance author who pens about Black Love. She create stories to help her readers escape reality and create a movie in their head. She loves writing about characters that at least one reader can relate too.

With 50 books under her belt, Tay Mo'Nae hopes to gain at least one new reader with every release and have them connect to her characters and story in some way. If she would have to explain her writing she would say she loves "penning complicated characters that find a path to love".

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Profile Image for ❤️❤️Dawn❤️❤️.
609 reviews14 followers
August 27, 2018
😍

Tay Mo’Nae never disappoints. It was a real page turner and I couldn’t put it down. Serenity is living her dreams but she still so broken. Troy was just what Mya needed to stop being so uptight. Yung like most wants to have his cake and eat it too but Parker is not with the sh*ts.
Profile Image for Kitani.
1,573 reviews
March 17, 2021
Serenity and Jax

Serenity being afraid to let people in caused her a whirlwind of problems. Tony was a whole bitch and got what he deserved for playing with peoples careers. I really liked Jax and although he dropped the ball once, he really did have Serenity's best interest at heart. Tiffany irked me to no end by doing the most. Troy needed to be punched, not only for the situation back home but also how he handled Mya during the time. I felt bad for Mya but I was glad she got another chance to experience what she'd recently lost. Lola was beyond thirsty. Parker and Yung were something else. They both caught feelings but Yung's ways played a part in their break. Sasha tried it but Yung wasn't even going for the disrespect. She was pitiful but I'm glad Parker and Yung got right in their situation. I loved reading about all the couples and the drama surrounding their relationships.
Profile Image for K. Giles.
Author 9 books19 followers
July 2, 2020
Okay, okay!!!

I thoroughly enjoyed reading. I think this is my first ever read by the author and she delivered. Every character was well developed and captured my attention. Everyone had their own issues, drama, details that set them apart and made them interesting. Idk who was the worse ninja, Troy, Tony, and even Yung at times. Tony could kick rocks tho. And I’m glad Yung got it together. My girl Serenity had it going on. Can’t keep a real woman down. She pushed through it all and she got her happy ending. I loved Jax from the beginning. He just exuded sex appeal, strength, and a protective nature. And good for Mya standing her ground. That’s right, sis. Somethings you just can’t come back from. I’d recommend this book.
Profile Image for Tasha.
644 reviews16 followers
June 10, 2022
Good Read!!

I loved Jax and Serenity they were the cutest. Serenity kept allowing Tony to play in her face and it was making me mad. Yeah he had a sex tape of them but who cares they were two consenting adults.

Tony was lowdown and I just knew he was behind the whole stalker thing and was just trying to scare her. I was shocked that it was Joey.

Parker made Yung’s rude ass crazy he was so used to females just taking what he gives but Parker had to let him know I’m not one of them. I can’t wait to read their story.

Mya know she still wants Troy. Yeah he didn’t have to handle her the way he did when he up and left and they way he reacted to her first pregnancy, I wanted to beat his ass myself. Mya girl you’re still sexing him so quit playing and get your man.
Profile Image for JeaNida Luckie-Weatherall.
2,996 reviews47 followers
April 25, 2018
Loved the way this series started off and got better with each page. Can't wait for Tony to get exactly what he deserves and then some. So loving Serenity and Jax together and I love how he's so protective of her. Troy was trying to play both sides and his past is coming back full force. Troy brought Mya right out her shell and I love it. Yung needs to admit his feelings for Parker and stop be so hard, before he loses her. Next, is who's the stalker? For obvious reason it seems like it's Joey, but I know it's more twist and turns thrown in, Loving the suspense in this well written story. Job well done Tay Mo'Nae.
Profile Image for Sassha Reads❤️❤️.
2,043 reviews19 followers
July 21, 2020
That Good Luvin Baby

I want to start by stating women like Jessica, Sasha, Lola, and Tiffany really urks my nerves trying to make a man want them and get stupid when they don't. Tony was a real piece of work and I'm glad that he got his in the end. I like Serenity and Jax together and how he stepped up to the plate from the beginning even going into protective mode against Tiffany. Troy should've valued Mya more because I don't see her doing more than co-parenting with him now. Parker and Yung are so good together and I can't wait to read their book next. I really enjoyed reading this crazy, drama filled book.
34 reviews
June 28, 2018
Good

I loved the story line of this book. I really wanted to fight Surenty in real life. She made me so angry not standing up for herself. Parker is crazy and I’m hoping she show Yung butt a thing or ten lol. I wonder what’s gonna happen to Mya she was just staring to do something?? I really liked this book but there was a lot of words that didn’t belong; example “she put her hair behind her hair” who read this and didn’t catch it several times? Just annoying when I know the author didn’t make that mistake that’s my only dislike. I can’t wait for the second one.
Profile Image for Siobhan Graham.
783 reviews9 followers
April 28, 2018
Siobhan

Anything Taylor touches is great can’t wait for part 2, i need to know who her number one fan is, that’s why you don’t sleep with man to get to the top cause this is what they do blackmail you i hope that Jax comes back and find her. Young and Parker just need to get it together they both like each other great book
Profile Image for Danija.
48 reviews
June 24, 2018
Good read but...

There were a lot of errors that distracted from the storyline. The plot is good and I really like the characters but as stated the errors were on at least every single page. I am going to read part 2 because it is a good story but hopefully the errors are less in part 2. The author.is talented and with a good proofreader she would phenomenal
Profile Image for DeeDee.
206 reviews2 followers
April 1, 2019
All I'm go say is I'm pissed off at Jax! His job was to protect her but he let his stupid feelings get in the way of her safety SMH he go regret this! Jax got me on fire right now 😤 I want Tony dead though. He another one under my skin! Author Tay I'm your new reader DeeDee and I'm go be reading more of your books. You got my undivided attention. Now I'm bout to get to book 2 ✌
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107 reviews1 follower
April 21, 2018
Wow

I knew this was going to be good and I was correct. Jax and Serenity are cute together so I hope they can work something out. Yung and Parker are cute too big Yung has some growing up to do. Hopefully in book 2 they get it together and somebody will stop Serenity’s stalker.
Profile Image for Shamone Lake.
163 reviews3 followers
April 21, 2018
❤️❤️

That damn Tony 🙄😡!! I hope he gets what he deserves. Serenity and Jax I love them!! I just hope he can get past what she did. I have my suspicions about who her stalker is but I’ll Just sit back and wait. I definitely can’t wait for part 2!! ❤️❤️❤️
Profile Image for Angela Taylor.
1,106 reviews2 followers
April 21, 2018
Omg

This series is gonna be lit. Omg please don't let nothing happen to my boy or my girl. They have a lot going on that gotta get handle. I'm ready for book 2 while eating popcorn and sipping on Pepsi
391 reviews3 followers
April 23, 2018
Great start to a great series

This series is starting off great. That dam Tony, smh dont trust him at all. I think Joey is the stalker cause anyone getting past security?. Troy Troy Troy smh. Yung is a special kind of special nuffsaid lol. Ready for part 2
Profile Image for Samantha Avery.
446 reviews1 follower
April 23, 2018
That was a great ending

Loved it Tay keeps getting better and better. She has a great imagination which makes her books page turners. She developed her characters well in this story. I cant wait for part 2.
Profile Image for Kimberly.
130 reviews
April 23, 2018
Can't wait for part 2

This was so good I couldn't put the book down. Tony needs to gets what's coming to him he is just messy. Jax and serenity are so good for each other. Keep up the great work. I'm in suspense on what is coming next
Profile Image for  Author Lasandra King.
204 reviews3 followers
May 2, 2018
Well...oh my

Leave us hanging like that...I enjoyed reading this book. Jax I love his character but Serenity needs to grow a backbone and stand up for herself. But all in all I loved reading this story. Can't wait for part 2
Profile Image for Ulyssesa Thomas.
1,404 reviews5 followers
September 22, 2018
Great Read

That was good. Tony is crazy and selfish. Serenity should have been talked to Jax about it. I hope nothing happens to Troy. I hope Jax gets to Serenity in time. I can't wait to see what happens in book 2.
205 reviews1 follower
July 21, 2020
🔥🔥🔥🔥

I loveeedd Serenity & Jax so much! The way Jax cares for her and protected her to the max was hands down Grown man ish! I love the fact that yung & Parker got it together, they both have similar personalities & it was amazing that they could still exist and make it work.
452 reviews1 follower
April 21, 2018
Love it

Yes finally somebody laid hands on Tony. I was mad when Ren broke the fight up. My guy Yung is a hand full but I know Parker can tame his butt.
Profile Image for Victoria.
46 reviews
April 23, 2018
Bihhhhhhhh

Why? Why would you do that!!! Who is this fan!! Why Joey not on his job! Is it Joey lol like I need answers bih lol
Profile Image for Juanita Cheatham.
25 reviews1 follower
April 23, 2018
Yess* 👏👏

Yess I loved it you have fail me... Can't wait for part two .👏👏👏 And what ever you come up with next
Profile Image for andrea williams.
2,542 reviews9 followers
April 24, 2018
Excellent

This book was good from the beginning to the end. I really enjoyed this book. I would recommend this book. I came wait to read part 2.
Profile Image for roc.
2,005 reviews2 followers
April 27, 2018
Amazing

Tony is a creep and a punk ass for what he was doing i can't wait to see how youg and Parker play cause they are a crazy couple welp just waiting on part 2
Profile Image for Tonia.
3,510 reviews11 followers
May 11, 2018
Houston Hood Tale

I hope Tony get his in the next book. Serenity should of been told them what was going on. Parker is to good for Yung dumb self. Please let Jax get to Serenity.
Profile Image for M. Ethel.
651 reviews1 follower
May 14, 2018
Chaotic at its best

Omg this series is the best well written, ever. Like come on with part 2. I really wish Serenity grow a backbone though like girl for real
Profile Image for Shannon.
1,540 reviews2 followers
May 20, 2018
I hope Troy and Serenity are okay. I can't wait to read part 2 and see what happens next. Great job I enjoyed it.
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348 reviews
June 6, 2018
Wow

I love this book I can’t believe what a men would do to control you. Smh I hope serenity is okay cause this is crazy I wonder who got her am move on to the next part2
Profile Image for Yolanda Smith.
570 reviews2 followers
June 28, 2018
This was a wonderful book the only problem is it had a lot of spelling errors in miss words but of the wise it was good
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