Dorian is fire and ice mixed with a bunch of spice. Growing up without parents didn’t stop her from finding a soul bond. Life would be grand, if her man wasn’t moving funny. After building a family young, with the love of her life, Dorian thought she had it made. Now, she’s trying to figure out at what point he decided to change the game on her. Theron is all good looks and hustle. Being a boss is rewarding but tiring when you feel like you are carrying dead weight. He has discovered the key to unlocking his dreams but knows with riches come sacrifice. He hopes that his new life doesn’t effect the comfortable one he has built. At this point, he is ready to risk it all just to reach his goals. In the city of Philadelphia, love doesn’t always come with a straightforward path. What happens when you mix a woman who is twelve types of crazy and a man that has all the tools to activate her crazy? You find yourself on a ride to a crazy stupid hood love. Let the chips fall where they may!
Nadine Frye was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. Coming from the inner-city never stopped her ability to dream big. Being raised in a large family, they used their creative minds to have fun making plays and songs and any other things they could dare to dream. In Nadine's younger years you could see her head inside of a book more often than experiencing the outdoors.
In her teen years, a personal tragedy unleashed a world of sadness and hurt only Her notebook could understand. Songs and poems poured from her soul, and for years it was to feel the relief from her heart. She began sharing small things with her close circle of friends. It was their motivation and that of her mother and sisters that she shared her talent with the world. That was the beginning of daring to dream.
She now resides in Washington, DC where she wears many hats including Mother and Wife and she graciously adds the cap of author to her line up.
Personal Quote
"Life is about evolving. Each day is a journey, each year is a teacher, and every lesson should be applied." -Nadine Frye
The way I ran through these pages should be investigated 😂- the title Crazy Stupid Hood Love was 100% accurate! These characters were crazy but the story was entertaining. I think the ending happened so fast that I needed to go back and make sure I didn’t miss anything. This is for lovers of toxic and drama filled stories. There was a heavy dose of comedic relief, close proximity, and audacity beyond belief. Whew! What a crazy ride! I was hooked from page one- Soldier Boy stole my heart. There is some heavy content surrounding DV and child endangerment that can be triggering.
This book started out with a bang and got progressively better, if that was possible. I love how the author showed us the lows so we could appreciate the glow up. I was rooting for Dorian throughout the whole book!!! It just goes to show how the right man can upgrade your whole life and motivate you to do better and be better!! This was my first read by this author and this book had me enthralled. I’m about to binge her whole catalogue.
This was the bomb and like Nana would say: “You better play with your life, but don’t play with my G, ya heard me!”
First time reading this author and not only was this the bomb, but I know I want to read more of her. The characters in this book were not only incredible but a joy to read about... Dorian, wow, oh wow, oh wow! When they say that a woman is strong, they ain’t lying; when they say when a woman is fed up, this will be it, they again ain’t lying and finally when they say a woman scarred is a force to be reckoned, they for sure weren’t lying; and let me tell you MS. Dorian was all that and then some. But underneath it all, everyone saw the full potential of this woman except herself until my book bae showed up and leveled her up. Beautiful and gushy! Thereaux, what a man! Shoot, I want one just like that and specially the endowed part because this was definitely the full package and am glad that finally it was a deserving woman who gets to enjoy it. Theron, oh my god, where do they make these at or better yet, didn’t think they make these out still? Because this gots to be the lowest male species ever. The only thing I will say is that, karma is a bad woman and will be coming for you as well as Darchelle ten times. And she did! Nana Theresa, is by far my fav. She is the best part of this book besides when Dorian would clap back at Theron and Darchelle. Moriah and Theron were so good and so level headed and so down to earth that they made the perfect example for how parents needed to be with their children. This book had so many levels and layers and the best part was the ending where mama bear came out with papa bear close behind, and we all know that once you poke the bear, nothing can bring it down. A very well written, well researched and well edited story and very, very, very enjoyable! I am going to be binge reading this author for sure.....
I honestly loved the whole story and the lessons with the story...my favorite character was nana I love a good story that has a nana or aunt that don't play about they family and that's wit all the shits. She kept me laughing some of my favorite lines...This Wilde-monkey-gator-whore was in front of my son’s house with AAA to pick up Dorian’s car. She was in the daylight, looking bad-built and uncomfortable with her ever melting face. Her husband stood beside her, looking like the bitch that he was. “You little chia pet. I say what I wants, when I wants ’cuz ain’t a soul on this side of the equator gon’ bust a move, a grape, or check me about shit. Your ugly, remedial, twelve years a side bitch, having ass out here putting on a show because ya think that pussy can save you. Let me learn you something. Theresa Wilamenna Jenkins neè Alston doesn’t need a crowd nor a wow to get shit moving and shaking. And another one I died laughing at....“Little stupid ass boy control your pets. You know I like to hunt. I don’t know why you brought your stupid ass over here starting shit like you were born with a vagina between your legs. You won’t stand in my face and disrespect my granddaughter. You on some foo shit, and I want no parts. Get your ass the fuck on from ‘round me before I use you and your wildebeest for target practice. You can play with your life, but you won’t play with my G, ya’ heard me?” ... 🤣🤣🤣😂💀 I laughed so hard and shed a tear and learned some lessons overall I loved A Crazy Stupid Hood love in Philly
From the beginning the drama was on. Dorian and Theron grew up together. He was her safe space for a long time. That space wasn't safe at all. They were toxic. Theron's family was the only family Dorian knew and they treated her like their own. I loved their dynamic. It goes to show that you can be raised in the same environment and have totally different experiences because Theron and his big brother Thereaux were like night and day. Nana was a true OG for real. I couldn't believe some of the stunts Darchelle pulled, talk about delusional. All in all this was a good, drama filled book that had some off the wall crazy, dramatic characters that learned some valuable lessons in the end.
Me and this book here had a real love hate relationship going on! I loved the book Outstanding job by the way! Nana and Doe had me in tears the entire book! But I’ve never in the history of what in the Harry Potter is going on here! Have I ever hated t2 people as much as I’ve hated Theron and the Wildabeast! Like I truly felt they didn’t suffer enough! Like the disrespect out of this world. And to still say she couldn’t be with anyone else tf! Then to do what he did to his own children? Your own kids awwww naw! I need a smoke a drink something! And I don’t even do either of those things 🤦🏽♀️😩🤦🏽♀️
I wanted to hurt Theron and his side thot. How could he disrespect someone he knew his childhood, the mother of his two beautiful girls. I could not believe Theron had a plan to hurt his daughters it's crazy. Nana and Dorian are crazy, and I love it. Nana did not play about the people she loved. Thereaux Thereaux my hero!!!
Nadine Frye good job. Can you have someone edit one Page? The page is 203, second paragraph the brother's names were mixed up. I was a little confused reading page 203 until I put together who she was talking about. Besides that wonderful job!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
I can't believe this was my first read by this author, but not my last. This book was good from beginning to end. I so loved Doe and Nana they were hilarious throughout this whole book. Nana, didn't play about those she loved;especially, Doe. I had so much hatred for Theron and that animal wife of his, they didn't suffer enough to me. I couldn't believes Theron was involved at first, but he was the ringleader and they deserved what they got and more. Highly recommend this standalone. Good job Nadine Frye.
This book was straight fire. I can't believe she put up with all that from that little boy. He would've had me 2 shades messed up. I'm glad his brother came home and showed her what a real man was. Then how you let your side hoe treat your kids any kind of way then you marry her and plot with her to poison your kids i don't think he was got what he deserved . i think he should've felt.more pain. It take a real women to.raise a women kids who tried to take your kids from you
Whew this read made me laugh like a madwoman but it also made me cry. Dorian’s story tugged at my heart strings because I know what it feels like to be broken by someone that you love and trust. Thereaux was the ultimate book bae. Not too rude, but nowhere near soft. He had a commanding presence and BDE!!!!!! Lastly my girl Nana......she was absolutely everything. She was funny as I don’t know what but don’t play with her G ya heard. Great read and looking forward to reading more from this author.
1st time reading this author. I really enjoyed this book and recommended it. Nana was a mess and she rides for her family. The Ron was a huge disappointment. I excepted so much more from him regarding his girls with Dorian. Theron allowed greed to cloud his judgment. Rachelle was a lo w self esteem girl. Theraux was great with Dorian. Mama and Papa went her for their family.
This book was good Theareaux was a man's man. He came in and repaired a broken woman and inspired her to do better. I can't believe Theron and his wilderbeast lol. Like was it that serious. The love was felt all through this book. I loved it. Great job and it was a standalone.
This was My 1st time reading this author. She did not disappoint.The story was full of twist and turns, Heart aches and pain but it kept me on the edge of my seat. Thereaux is bae😘😘😍😍. I could not believe Theron's treachery. Nana was crunk😂😂😂. I will definitely read this author again.
This book was everything the title suggest! The squad can only be as strong as the leader. Once you read this, you will understand. Nana was my favorite character of them all. This story gave you comedy, romance, heart wrenches, and gut punches. Add this.
This was my 1st book by this author and I am glad that I gave her a chance. I can’t believe Theron and the boogawoof! They are so foul. I’m glad they got what they deserved. I was even happier for my girl Dorian she got her happily ever after. Overall great read. I am looking forward to reading more of Nadines work!
This book will keep you laughing. I laughed so hard, tears came from my eyes. It is also a beautifully written love story with excellent character development, that damn Darchelle will make you wish she was a real person so you could whoop her a**. I enjoyed and recommend this five star read. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
First time reading this author and I may say that it was really good. I like how this author is writing , its different classy but with the correct amount of hood . I loved Thereaux he was so perfect on his own way , a man a real one , so mature . Oh nana was so funny I swear she was the heart of this family. I need to read more from this author
This book had me wanting to jump through the pages and kick ass. I could not believe a man could do the things he did to his own children just to get back at their mother. Dor had me cussing her out because I wanted her to end the wilda beast existence. This book took me through a wave of emotion. I can't wait to read more of your books
This book was soooooo GOOD, never try to dwindle someone's light to make you feel important or better. But man this book will be so Memorable to me because of NANA and her gangsta lean then her Read... "You better play with your life, but don't play with my G, ya heard me!!!"😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 love it
I soooo love Nana, she definitely is a G. Theron and Darchelle really had some mental issues going on, how can you do something so horrible to a child just so you can have a open relationship with the mother of your child and your wife. Doe and Thereaux definitely deserve each other they make a great couple.
Omg!!!! From beginning to end I was stuck. I literally read this book I’m a few hours. It’s something about a man that comes in and heals a battered heart even if it’s not in the most conventional way. Definitely a read you don’t want to miss out on!!!!!
Nana needs her own story she had me laughing so hard with her gsmgsta lean but overall Doe made the right decision her sorry ass baby daddy and his wife had to go I can’t believe he poisoned that baby so he can be with Doe and his wife but overall I loved it
That’s what I’m talking about. She got everything that she deserves and more. I don’t know which Nana is worst though because they are both crazy ass hell. Soldier Boy came home and took what belong to him and more.
Baby this book had me so mad at Theron and that damn pet of his, he called a wife I can’t believe that he was in on the poison too That Nana Theresa was a fool hunnity Glad Mini Me found her happily ever after
This book was so good.Theron needed his ass beat everyday on site for the way he treated Dorian and he married that gator looking male that started all the drama. Glad that his brother got the girl and made her life better
I cannot begin to explain how much I loved this book! This book had me in my feelings from the beginning to the end! I have laughed and cried and cried some more. Nadine Frye you did the thing with this book!
I loved this book. Dorian’s strength was incredible. I can’t believe Theron could stoop so low about his kids. Glad Thereaux was there to show Dorian a real man and father.
I couldn’t put this book down.. Dorian is a sweet giving person that wanted to love the wrong man.. I love the way she went through but was restored and came out better than ever... Great book
This book was a hot mess. Nana was a true OG but that damn Theron was a whole hoe. I would say that Theron did Dorian wrong but she allowed that mess. It was a interesting book