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A CRAZY KIND OF LOVE: PHANTOM AND ZARIA'S STORY
In the Rise and fall of a Crime God, you laughed and cried all to find out that what u thought u knew wasn’t true.. well the crew is back to bring you a crazy kind of love and the real story behind the couples....
Darryl “Phantom” Reed is dealing with a lot of demons from his past. Being locked away is taking a toll on him blocking him from getting better. His world is falling apart right before his eyes, but unbeknownst to him, the person responsible is right under his nose.
Zaria never expected to find love on her job, but the closer she is to Phantom, the harder it is to stay away. Knowing the issues he is battling, did she make a fatal mistake thinking she would be different.
For the longest it has been Freedom and Phantom, but with Free finding love, will that jeopardize the friendship they always had??
Even the reality that Phantom is dealing with is filled with enemies and lies... With him feeling like everyone is against him, will he stay true to form and kill everyone?? Or does this crazy kind of love find a way to soften his heart??
Darryl “Phantom” Reed is dealing with a lot of demons from his past. Being locked away is taking a toll on him blocking him from getting better. His world is falling apart right before his eyes, but unbeknownst to him, the person responsible is right under his nose.
Zaria never expected to find love on her job, but the closer she is to Phantom, the harder it is to stay away. Knowing the issues he is battling, did she make a fatal mistake thinking she would be different.
For the longest it has been Freedom and Phantom, but with Free finding love, will that jeopardize the friendship they always had??
Even the reality that Phantom is dealing with is filled with enemies and lies... With him feeling like everyone is against him, will he stay true to form and kill everyone?? Or does this crazy kind of love find a way to soften his heart??
240 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 10, 2020
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Latoya Nicole
115 books322 followersLatoya Nicole is an Urban Fiction author. She is currently published and signed to Mz. Lady P presents. She has always had the gift of writing and loved to do so. But she had to put her dream on hold in order to care for her autistic child. Now the 35 year old mother of 1, is ready for the world to share with her as she spins tales of romance, drama, lies and deceit. Born and raised on the mean streets of Chicago, she has witnessed first hand how cold the streets can be. Step into the lives of her characters as they walk you through life as they know it in the windy city.
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January 6, 2018
Let me stretch my arms wide.
I love me some Phantom ♥️♥️♥️♥️. I’m gonna miss him so much. This book was everything great job like always Latoya always brings the heat.
I love me some Phantom ♥️♥️♥️♥️. I’m gonna miss him so much. This book was everything great job like always Latoya always brings the heat.
January 7, 2018
TPeters
Toya I tell you that book was everything it was so good. I just love your work. Hell you made Zaria just as crazy as Phantom. I was excited to see that everything turned out great for Phantom and Freedom. For a minute you had me thinking that Freedom was a snake and setting up his best friend. Truth be told he was just looking out for his friend. Job well done can't wait to see what next.
Toya I tell you that book was everything it was so good. I just love your work. Hell you made Zaria just as crazy as Phantom. I was excited to see that everything turned out great for Phantom and Freedom. For a minute you had me thinking that Freedom was a snake and setting up his best friend. Truth be told he was just looking out for his friend. Job well done can't wait to see what next.
February 28, 2018
Loved it!
A Crazy Kind of Love was everything plus more! Phantom is still my crazy bae. I enjoyed getting to know their story and all the laughs throughout the book. I feel like I want more from both couples bcuz i just love all 😍 Great read!!
A Crazy Kind of Love was everything plus more! Phantom is still my crazy bae. I enjoyed getting to know their story and all the laughs throughout the book. I feel like I want more from both couples bcuz i just love all 😍 Great read!!
January 30, 2018
Crazy love
Even tho the book was short it filled in everything Phantom went through while in the psych ward. Crazy how he was crazy but he wasn’t crazy lol but overall it was a good Lil read
Even tho the book was short it filled in everything Phantom went through while in the psych ward. Crazy how he was crazy but he wasn’t crazy lol but overall it was a good Lil read
April 21, 2021
I'm 🤪crazy about these characters
What I like best about her books is that there is laughter, mystery, and you really start to feel for the characters. The title to this book is spot-on. Phantom is something else words can't describe. His friend freedom isn't wrap too tight either 😂. I really like these characters and the women who fall in love with them. Excellent job Miss. Nicole.
What I like best about her books is that there is laughter, mystery, and you really start to feel for the characters. The title to this book is spot-on. Phantom is something else words can't describe. His friend freedom isn't wrap too tight either 😂. I really like these characters and the women who fall in love with them. Excellent job Miss. Nicole.
January 5, 2018
Yesssss baby!!
Yes ma’am this book is EVERYTHING!!!! I’m so glad Phantom not mental crazy just you know sexy crazy. Love how this story came together. I swear I live this author
Yes ma’am this book is EVERYTHING!!!! I’m so glad Phantom not mental crazy just you know sexy crazy. Love how this story came together. I swear I live this author
April 9, 2019
What a series! It definitely took me on a wild ride. At first, I was confused, on the thoughts that went on in Phantom's mental, then I didn't know the real from the fantasy, but with this novel, it brought everything together. Zaria and Laci were some true, thoroughbred, women. Yes, Laci felt threatened by Phantom, but she eventually realized there wasn't anyone she had to compete with. Zaria went against all her work ethics, however, it paid off, because Phantom lost ten years he couldn't get back.
Bridgette and Anthony were so wrong for what they done to Phantom, but it came back ten-fold. It was a blessing in disguise, that Zaria put everything together, to find out the true culprits behind the symptoms Phantom had. I understood that Bridgette wanted revenge for her brother, but she went about it the wrong one. Anthony needed to get over himself, and just took the L, because Zaria wasn't the least bit interested, but he didn't seem to get that part. In the end, Phantom and Freedom both had each other, their ladies, and their happily ever after.
Bridgette and Anthony were so wrong for what they done to Phantom, but it came back ten-fold. It was a blessing in disguise, that Zaria put everything together, to find out the true culprits behind the symptoms Phantom had. I understood that Bridgette wanted revenge for her brother, but she went about it the wrong one. Anthony needed to get over himself, and just took the L, because Zaria wasn't the least bit interested, but he didn't seem to get that part. In the end, Phantom and Freedom both had each other, their ladies, and their happily ever after.
January 29, 2018
This was a crazy and twisted story for sure. I liked the twists in the plot that weren't predictable and the relationships between each character was developed for the most part. The issue for me is that the title references Phantom and Zaria as the love story being focused on, when the love story between Freedom and Lacey was just as poignant and took priority for much of the book. Additionally, a little extra editing might have been necessary, but over all, this was a good read and I got through it quickly.
November 10, 2022
This spin-off made everything that seemed crazy in the original series (The Rise and Fall of a Crime God) make sense. Everyone who was apart of Phantom’s dreams & made up stories were people who were in his real life. Phantom kept having dreams of Freedom & Zaria ending up dead, because they were in real imminent danger. From the people who were drugging Phantom and making him have psychotic episodes, Bridgette & Telly. Laci was the person who was unknowingly connected to everyone involved. Looking forward to reading the other spin-offs.
May 1, 2023
I LOVED THIS SO MUCH !!!!
This was everything and more. I loved how this told everything from the beginning and we got to fully understand Phantom and Freedom. They brotherhood is so SOLID. The love Free had for Phantom was real and he didn’t know how to help his brother and I know that hurt him. Now, Phantom was definitely crazy but I’m glad they found what was really causing him problems. Bridgette was still a hating, ugly cow. Zaria was still rue to her attitude but I loved them more together in this version!!!! Great job!!!
This was everything and more. I loved how this told everything from the beginning and we got to fully understand Phantom and Freedom. They brotherhood is so SOLID. The love Free had for Phantom was real and he didn’t know how to help his brother and I know that hurt him. Now, Phantom was definitely crazy but I’m glad they found what was really causing him problems. Bridgette was still a hating, ugly cow. Zaria was still rue to her attitude but I loved them more together in this version!!!! Great job!!!
March 16, 2024
😳🔥❤️😳🔥❤️
This book brought out so many different emotions in me. First I didn’t like Phantom, then I felt sorry for him, to finally living him. Zee definitely put her life and career on the line for her soul mate. With her profession, that’s saying a lot. Laci was so insecure but I’m glad she realized that Phantom was going anywhere and wised up before she lost Free and her marriage. I’m glad I read these books out of order because I don’t think I would have gotten past the first 3 if I hadn’t. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
This book brought out so many different emotions in me. First I didn’t like Phantom, then I felt sorry for him, to finally living him. Zee definitely put her life and career on the line for her soul mate. With her profession, that’s saying a lot. Laci was so insecure but I’m glad she realized that Phantom was going anywhere and wised up before she lost Free and her marriage. I’m glad I read these books out of order because I don’t think I would have gotten past the first 3 if I hadn’t. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
September 27, 2025
Friends for life
This book was amazing. It actually is the beginning of why Phantom and Freedom are so close. You get the real here about how it all begins. I loved how Zaria took the time to actually diagnose Phantom and fell in love. Bridget and Teli are some clowns and got what they deserved. Freedom and Lacey although I didn’t think it was going to work those two were a couple made in heaven, but most of all the love that Phantom and Freedom share as friends and brothers. This book is amazing.
This book was amazing. It actually is the beginning of why Phantom and Freedom are so close. You get the real here about how it all begins. I loved how Zaria took the time to actually diagnose Phantom and fell in love. Bridget and Teli are some clowns and got what they deserved. Freedom and Lacey although I didn’t think it was going to work those two were a couple made in heaven, but most of all the love that Phantom and Freedom share as friends and brothers. This book is amazing.
January 6, 2018
Couldn't put it down.. 5 star book
Yasss.. I love me some Phantom. And to think he wasn't crazy after all. Freedom was a true brother. He was real and showed loyalty to Phantom. I thought sure Laci was going to leave him after pulling out a gun on her. Zaria thought she had fallen in love with nut too. She like and loved Phantom for him. And that's all that matter. Great book. I wonder will we get a wedding for Phantom and Zaria 😊
Yasss.. I love me some Phantom. And to think he wasn't crazy after all. Freedom was a true brother. He was real and showed loyalty to Phantom. I thought sure Laci was going to leave him after pulling out a gun on her. Zaria thought she had fallen in love with nut too. She like and loved Phantom for him. And that's all that matter. Great book. I wonder will we get a wedding for Phantom and Zaria 😊
January 6, 2018
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
When I tell you, Phantom and Zaria are the best couple out of alllll the books I have read that’s what I mean. I laughed so hard during this whole book. You did a great job putting everything together and making it understandable. Freedom was really a great friend and it’s hard to come by those type of people in life. Please do another book in the future. I know you gonna make their kids just as crazy as them 🤣🤣🤣
When I tell you, Phantom and Zaria are the best couple out of alllll the books I have read that’s what I mean. I laughed so hard during this whole book. You did a great job putting everything together and making it understandable. Freedom was really a great friend and it’s hard to come by those type of people in life. Please do another book in the future. I know you gonna make their kids just as crazy as them 🤣🤣🤣
January 7, 2018
It just a Fantasy.
Phantom doesn't have any manners and play to much. The story was so twisted it held my attention to finish the book. You have to have a wild intellect to overlook the inaccuracy in some of the actions that happens in the characters storylines. It was to much like a Sci-fi hood story. It seemed liked a rewrite of another book. Only this time they lived in the end.with a
Phantom doesn't have any manners and play to much. The story was so twisted it held my attention to finish the book. You have to have a wild intellect to overlook the inaccuracy in some of the actions that happens in the characters storylines. It was to much like a Sci-fi hood story. It seemed liked a rewrite of another book. Only this time they lived in the end.with a
January 7, 2018
Phantom...
Finally we get to know the beast! I’m happy this story backed up the other 2 parts and it was presented wonderfully! Oddly, I must admit,I enjoyed the crazy phantom from parts 1&2 even though he was making it all up. Zaria is a mess! Her attitude was refreshing and those “bloody shoes” had me dying! Overall this highly anticipated release was worth every minute of my time. Latoya is such a talented well rounded author and her humor is EVERYTHING!
Finally we get to know the beast! I’m happy this story backed up the other 2 parts and it was presented wonderfully! Oddly, I must admit,I enjoyed the crazy phantom from parts 1&2 even though he was making it all up. Zaria is a mess! Her attitude was refreshing and those “bloody shoes” had me dying! Overall this highly anticipated release was worth every minute of my time. Latoya is such a talented well rounded author and her humor is EVERYTHING!
January 7, 2018
Satisfied Reader
When you go all out the way to get justice. Saris wouldn't stop til she found the answers she needed Phantom. He was something else and zero plucks when it came down to crossing him. I was scared and I wasn't even part of the book. I would've never thought Freedom was the snitch but I understood why he did what he did. He was indeed his brothers keeper. This was a very good read. This author pen game is lethal
When you go all out the way to get justice. Saris wouldn't stop til she found the answers she needed Phantom. He was something else and zero plucks when it came down to crossing him. I was scared and I wasn't even part of the book. I would've never thought Freedom was the snitch but I understood why he did what he did. He was indeed his brothers keeper. This was a very good read. This author pen game is lethal
January 7, 2018
Fire
This book was bananas! I didn't see that plot twist I coming though! Phantom crazy behind is still Bae. Zaria is still crazy just like him. I thought I was going to have to pray for Freedom & Laci for a minute there. I don't know why people keep trying to try him. They know he ain't got them all. This book was everything I thought it was going to be and more! I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next
This book was bananas! I didn't see that plot twist I coming though! Phantom crazy behind is still Bae. Zaria is still crazy just like him. I thought I was going to have to pray for Freedom & Laci for a minute there. I don't know why people keep trying to try him. They know he ain't got them all. This book was everything I thought it was going to be and more! I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next
January 9, 2018
Excellent book!
This book had me on the edge from beginning to end, I have read about some crazy characters, but Phantom is a special kind of crazy. When I read the part about Zee and Freedom dying I was like holup wait min how the fuck is ACKOL about Phantom and Zee is she's dead.....then I was like Ohhhhhhhhh his crazy was dreaming this shit. Latoya Nicole you did your thing with this one!
This book had me on the edge from beginning to end, I have read about some crazy characters, but Phantom is a special kind of crazy. When I read the part about Zee and Freedom dying I was like holup wait min how the fuck is ACKOL about Phantom and Zee is she's dead.....then I was like Ohhhhhhhhh his crazy was dreaming this shit. Latoya Nicole you did your thing with this one!
January 12, 2018
Zee and Phantom
I am glad we got some finishing touches on these two. I loved their crazy bond. Zee rode for Phantom even when he was doing crazy things. And Freedom rode for him even though he was doing crazy things. I am glad Freedom had someone to balance him out because I am sure he would have been next to Phantom soon. I really loved the couples and glad we got some closure!!!
I am glad we got some finishing touches on these two. I loved their crazy bond. Zee rode for Phantom even when he was doing crazy things. And Freedom rode for him even though he was doing crazy things. I am glad Freedom had someone to balance him out because I am sure he would have been next to Phantom soon. I really loved the couples and glad we got some closure!!!
June 25, 2018
Damnnnnnnn....
This series was so damn good. I really thought that at one point he thought up all of this in his head but I realized that was a lil crazy tho. If Zaria hadn't found out that someone was drugging him he would have never gotten out. I was thinking that Lacie had turned him in but I was wrong it was Freedom saving him. N cuz of that they found out the truth. Great job mama! This was fire right here! 🔥🔥🔥🔥
This series was so damn good. I really thought that at one point he thought up all of this in his head but I realized that was a lil crazy tho. If Zaria hadn't found out that someone was drugging him he would have never gotten out. I was thinking that Lacie had turned him in but I was wrong it was Freedom saving him. N cuz of that they found out the truth. Great job mama! This was fire right here! 🔥🔥🔥🔥
December 27, 2020
I found this series because of the Love & War Series. It moved fairly well and delivered a good amount of drama. I actually like that the dream idea that I know most people gave low reviews for. I think the author did a good job. I was not a fan of Zaria's violent character. I'm a big fan of Phantom and his calling card. Only because it didn't make sense. What I do like is the little world that the author has created.
January 5, 2018
Loved this story!!
I absolutely loved reading the real story of Phantom and Zaria. It made me love him more. The story never lagged and some twists that kept you wondering. This was a great follow up to Rise and Fall of a Crime God. This is another banger from this author. I recommend that everyone reads this book.
I absolutely loved reading the real story of Phantom and Zaria. It made me love him more. The story never lagged and some twists that kept you wondering. This was a great follow up to Rise and Fall of a Crime God. This is another banger from this author. I recommend that everyone reads this book.
January 6, 2018
My girl did it again...another best seller
Congratulations bae you did it again...This book was on point just like all your others. Zariah and Phantom both crazy and yes they deserve each other. Freedom is bae all day. I love how the story come together. Trying not to tell the book lol...This is a must read. I loved it.
Congratulations bae you did it again...This book was on point just like all your others. Zariah and Phantom both crazy and yes they deserve each other. Freedom is bae all day. I love how the story come together. Trying not to tell the book lol...This is a must read. I loved it.
January 6, 2018
Omg So goooodddd!!!
Yes this was the story it was so good. When I tell you that you will be reeled in from page one to the very last page. I love Phantom he is such a fool so is Zee bae. When I say I laughed so hard when Zee hit him with her shoe. Sorry but read this book you will enjoy it so much betwen the laughter love betrayal and murders.
Yes this was the story it was so good. When I tell you that you will be reeled in from page one to the very last page. I love Phantom he is such a fool so is Zee bae. When I say I laughed so hard when Zee hit him with her shoe. Sorry but read this book you will enjoy it so much betwen the laughter love betrayal and murders.
January 6, 2018
Another banger!
This book was so good. It really put things in perspective and it’s good to know Phantom wasn’t that crazy. Laci got on my nerves but I’m glad they worked through it. Zee was a true rider for Phantom and I’m glad she didn’t give up on him. As always the laughs was non stop. Can’t wait to see what you come up with next.
This book was so good. It really put things in perspective and it’s good to know Phantom wasn’t that crazy. Laci got on my nerves but I’m glad they worked through it. Zee was a true rider for Phantom and I’m glad she didn’t give up on him. As always the laughs was non stop. Can’t wait to see what you come up with next.
January 6, 2018
Bat crazy
Mannnn this book was what it should have been. I like how you took us back to how everything really was going down and why it went down the way it did. Everyone seemed to have to grow up and see what their proper place was in each other’s life. Great story line and love the twist and turns to the plots.
Mannnn this book was what it should have been. I like how you took us back to how everything really was going down and why it went down the way it did. Everyone seemed to have to grow up and see what their proper place was in each other’s life. Great story line and love the twist and turns to the plots.
January 6, 2018
Solid
From start to finish I couldn't put this book down. Latoya Nicole you are easily becoming my favorite author. Just when I thought it was safe to think one way, you put me on another rollercoaster and dropped me so fast that I couldn't do anything but scream. Bravo love me some phantom and zaria , they both crazy
From start to finish I couldn't put this book down. Latoya Nicole you are easily becoming my favorite author. Just when I thought it was safe to think one way, you put me on another rollercoaster and dropped me so fast that I couldn't do anything but scream. Bravo love me some phantom and zaria , they both crazy
January 7, 2018
Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Okay this made up for part 2. I really enjoyed this book. It was cool seeing how everything played out. I loved me some phantom even though he was crazy as hell. Zaria was my girl, and she didn't allow no man to punk her. Freedom and Laci were good together and I'm glad everything worked out with them. Great end to the series.
Okay this made up for part 2. I really enjoyed this book. It was cool seeing how everything played out. I loved me some phantom even though he was crazy as hell. Zaria was my girl, and she didn't allow no man to punk her. Freedom and Laci were good together and I'm glad everything worked out with them. Great end to the series.
January 7, 2018
A Cray Kind of Love
Latoya is truly an amazing author and each book gets better and better. I love her sense of humor which is displayed in her characters. Even the toughest Kingpins laugh in her books. I enjoyed how the story unraveled like a movie scene. loved me some Phantom & Zee with both of their crazy selves. Great job!
Latoya is truly an amazing author and each book gets better and better. I love her sense of humor which is displayed in her characters. Even the toughest Kingpins laugh in her books. I enjoyed how the story unraveled like a movie scene. loved me some Phantom & Zee with both of their crazy selves. Great job!
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