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Barbie & Benz: A Thug Love Story
A friends turned lovers thug romance tale. Princess Diamond pens Barbie & Benz, a captivating romance about unexpected love & heartache. A Thug A Virgin A Drunken Night Together Barbie Bennett is a young, stunning, ex model turned real estate mogul. She had everything going for her except for one thing. Her love life sucks. Secretly, she is in love with her best friend Benz. She had been in love with him since forever. The problem was she never told him because Benz was a certified bad boy who loved the ladies. He avoided commitment like the plague. Although, deep down inside, Barbie felt like Benz hasn’t settled down because none of the women that he dated were right for him. None of them were her. Brysen “Benz” Sorensen has always liked the fast life. Fast money, fast cars, street dealings, and multiple women. He went from dope boy to the leader of one of the most notorious crews in Chicago. They served a quality product and flipped a lot of money. Life for Benz was sweet. He was fine, single, and rich with no kids. What could go possibly go wrong? One fateful night, Barbie and Benz crossed the line, sharing an earth-shattering experience together. The situation left them confused, angry, rejected and unable to move forward. They didn’t know if they were still friends, lovers, enemies or all of the above. Will one night of passion ruin their friendship? Or will they fix things before it is too late? Read what happens when a virgin falls for a thug by indulging in this steamy, hot African American Urban Fiction love story.
187 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 17, 2020
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Princess Diamond
80 books182 followersI love to write. Making up stories and bringing characters to life is who I am. I use it as therapy. It was my escape from the inner city struggles of Chicago/Gary. I have seen a lot of crazy things and overcame even more. Those situations play out in the stories that I write. The drama will have you speechless.
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March 4, 2021
I enjoyed the beginning of this book more than I did the middle and end. I liked the connection and friendship that Barbie and Benz had before they slept together, because after they slept together everything went downhill. Barbie went from acting grown to childish. The back and forth and disrespect with them was unnecessary, especially after they've been friends for so long but the crying was even worse. It's okay for her to be up in her feelings especially after what Benz said right after they slept together but she should have throat punch his ass or something. They went from best friends to enemies, to enemies with benefits, to their still trying to figure out what the hell they want. I don't know if I will continue this series or not. It's not that I hated the book, it's just that I expected Barbie to have more of a backbone and right now her character is disappointing. I don't know if I should give the next book a try or just try a different series from this author.
October 19, 2020
Omg!!!! This book was everything! Benz is beyond petty! I hope him and Barbie work out! Definitely a page turner and I wanted more. Whew Chile that ending built up so much anxiety.I hope Barbie is okay! I can't wait for part 2.
September 19, 2020
Great Read
Held my attention from beginning to end and what a ending. Enjoyed the storyline and these characters and I couldn't put it down....a page- turner. It flowed really well at a steady pace and characters were well developed. I really loved Barbie and Benz, their chemistry was unbelievable they were so in tune with each other. Sometimes friends become the best lovers and then it can ruin the best friendships. Now, after that ending, I sure hope that Benz and Malice are alright. It's something about Cake, I' m not trusting him. I can't wait to see what happens next. Great job Princess Diamond.
Held my attention from beginning to end and what a ending. Enjoyed the storyline and these characters and I couldn't put it down....a page- turner. It flowed really well at a steady pace and characters were well developed. I really loved Barbie and Benz, their chemistry was unbelievable they were so in tune with each other. Sometimes friends become the best lovers and then it can ruin the best friendships. Now, after that ending, I sure hope that Benz and Malice are alright. It's something about Cake, I' m not trusting him. I can't wait to see what happens next. Great job Princess Diamond.
October 13, 2020
confusing
The beginning of the book had flow and made sense. When it came to the relationship between Barbie and Benz the confusion started. They were both bestfriend’s in love with each other. However when Benz had the chance to express it he acted as if he didn’t know he loved her when his brother mentioned it SEVERAL times . Benz and Barbie were friends for years but he didn’t know she was a virgin. A lot of repetitive scenes & too much back and forth. Made the book immature. It could have very well been a stand-alone. The ending was not a good choice being as though half the characters were “killed” and there was no confrontation throughout the book that would indicate that someone was after Benz. Not sure if i’ll read book 2
The beginning of the book had flow and made sense. When it came to the relationship between Barbie and Benz the confusion started. They were both bestfriend’s in love with each other. However when Benz had the chance to express it he acted as if he didn’t know he loved her when his brother mentioned it SEVERAL times . Benz and Barbie were friends for years but he didn’t know she was a virgin. A lot of repetitive scenes & too much back and forth. Made the book immature. It could have very well been a stand-alone. The ending was not a good choice being as though half the characters were “killed” and there was no confrontation throughout the book that would indicate that someone was after Benz. Not sure if i’ll read book 2
October 21, 2020
Juicy Reads
I liked Barbie and Benz's's love story it's your friends turned lovers type of story. They both have been crushing on each other secretly but didn't cross that line because Benz is a Playboy and Barbie is the only female he loves but doesn't want to commit to. Things between the two are juicy and at her parent's party they both realize how much they care for each other but the unexpected arises I completely didn't see it coming. What I didn't like was Benz character didn't scream thug because it didn't go into depth about his hustle and who he had beef with besides his cousin getting under his skin. In part two I hope to see that. Overall it was a good read and I can't wait to finish.
She Reads Fire 🔥💜
I liked Barbie and Benz's's love story it's your friends turned lovers type of story. They both have been crushing on each other secretly but didn't cross that line because Benz is a Playboy and Barbie is the only female he loves but doesn't want to commit to. Things between the two are juicy and at her parent's party they both realize how much they care for each other but the unexpected arises I completely didn't see it coming. What I didn't like was Benz character didn't scream thug because it didn't go into depth about his hustle and who he had beef with besides his cousin getting under his skin. In part two I hope to see that. Overall it was a good read and I can't wait to finish.
She Reads Fire 🔥💜
May 9, 2021
Barbie & Benz
I love them and what they have even tho they were best friends, but they were both on some childish shit. I mean of course if you sex your friend the dynamics will change but they were doing too much. Barbie had too much expectations knowing what type of dude Benz was. Benz was definitely a prick about the whole relationship thing knowing Barbie let him deflower her. Smh now we don’t know what’s the status on Benz and Barbies is with the damn creep squad. She never going to be the same after this. I wish she would have stayed in the bathroom. I’m glad I don’t have to wait for part two because this book is good and I need answers
I love them and what they have even tho they were best friends, but they were both on some childish shit. I mean of course if you sex your friend the dynamics will change but they were doing too much. Barbie had too much expectations knowing what type of dude Benz was. Benz was definitely a prick about the whole relationship thing knowing Barbie let him deflower her. Smh now we don’t know what’s the status on Benz and Barbies is with the damn creep squad. She never going to be the same after this. I wish she would have stayed in the bathroom. I’m glad I don’t have to wait for part two because this book is good and I need answers
July 8, 2025
Not good
Barbie was wayyyy too childish. She was forcing their beef. She was giving delusional. Then no one bleeds like that after getting their cherry popped, you’re a woman and you wrote that. The image it gave was equivalent to the blood loss of a stab wound or something. “The bed is stained with blood everywhere ” ma’am please, not from losing virginity. The ending was forced as well just to create a second book. There was no build up for that. Give us some action with said enemies first. Like who were those gunmen…? Then Barbie was so annoying I don’t even care for their HEA.
Barbie was wayyyy too childish. She was forcing their beef. She was giving delusional. Then no one bleeds like that after getting their cherry popped, you’re a woman and you wrote that. The image it gave was equivalent to the blood loss of a stab wound or something. “The bed is stained with blood everywhere ” ma’am please, not from losing virginity. The ending was forced as well just to create a second book. There was no build up for that. Give us some action with said enemies first. Like who were those gunmen…? Then Barbie was so annoying I don’t even care for their HEA.
September 18, 2020
Princess Diamond whyyyyy u end it like that??? I need part 2 rhet neeooowwww!!🔥🔥🔥
Barbie & Benz need to stop playing!!! They know what it is!! Cake on some slick hating ish. He knows Barbie is off limits even if Benz doesn't admit what it really is! Barbie just needs to tell Benz what she really feels. I'm not sure who's responsible for the actions at the end but ummmmm I need part asap so I can see!! Bc I just know the city bout to be painted red by Benz and the crew!! Y'all betta one click now!!
Barbie & Benz need to stop playing!!! They know what it is!! Cake on some slick hating ish. He knows Barbie is off limits even if Benz doesn't admit what it really is! Barbie just needs to tell Benz what she really feels. I'm not sure who's responsible for the actions at the end but ummmmm I need part asap so I can see!! Bc I just know the city bout to be painted red by Benz and the crew!! Y'all betta one click now!!
May 20, 2021
Okay at best
I have mixed emotions about this story,and love between two friends. The starts out going over the speed limit and gives us just a taste of what kind of relationship these two have. Some where along the way the story jumps the rails.and ends up on something juvenile, especially with all the arguing. The sex between the two could have been just a.little.better. There are however moments when you get a glimpse of the goodness that's to come.This story ends on a cliffhanger, but it is so worth reading the next episode.
I have mixed emotions about this story,and love between two friends. The starts out going over the speed limit and gives us just a taste of what kind of relationship these two have. Some where along the way the story jumps the rails.and ends up on something juvenile, especially with all the arguing. The sex between the two could have been just a.little.better. There are however moments when you get a glimpse of the goodness that's to come.This story ends on a cliffhanger, but it is so worth reading the next episode.
September 19, 2020
Best Friends
Princess, you real gave us the good beginning of a mixed up love/ friendship , and what can happen when lines are crossed. Now Benz wasn't used to these new feelings but he did know no body else measured up to Barbie, and for Barbie Benz was it. I wonder who has it out for Benz? Maybe it's his cousin or some chick he has been with and now she's in her feelings. I hope it comes out better than it is right now. Waiting on the next part. Good Job
Princess, you real gave us the good beginning of a mixed up love/ friendship , and what can happen when lines are crossed. Now Benz wasn't used to these new feelings but he did know no body else measured up to Barbie, and for Barbie Benz was it. I wonder who has it out for Benz? Maybe it's his cousin or some chick he has been with and now she's in her feelings. I hope it comes out better than it is right now. Waiting on the next part. Good Job
September 19, 2020
Stressed
Whew Chile this book here done stressed all my edges! I don’t trust Cake just yet! I think he’s jealous of Benz relationship with Barbie. And I think he knows how she really feels about him! Benz and Barbie are enough to drive one to drink! That ending can’t happen because I don’t see how they would be able to recover from it smh! You need to come up off of part 2 now!
Whew Chile this book here done stressed all my edges! I don’t trust Cake just yet! I think he’s jealous of Benz relationship with Barbie. And I think he knows how she really feels about him! Benz and Barbie are enough to drive one to drink! That ending can’t happen because I don’t see how they would be able to recover from it smh! You need to come up off of part 2 now!
September 19, 2020
Wow
Barbie & Benz has the perfect friendship. Being bestfriends has it's perks, until sex comes to play. Barbie knew what type of man Benz was and went into that sexual act thinking he would automatically become her man. That's not how it works. But the pettiness afterwards made the story funny as hell. I wasn't expecting that ending but I'm so ready for what's to come. Great job from this author. She never disappoints
Barbie & Benz has the perfect friendship. Being bestfriends has it's perks, until sex comes to play. Barbie knew what type of man Benz was and went into that sexual act thinking he would automatically become her man. That's not how it works. But the pettiness afterwards made the story funny as hell. I wasn't expecting that ending but I'm so ready for what's to come. Great job from this author. She never disappoints
September 29, 2020
Whew challe
I just knew Benz and Barbie would have crossed lines. It's almost never the same after the fact. They both need to get out their feelings and speak what's facts. They both want each other. Why not see where it goes instead of playing all these games?! That's what Barbie's whole attitude was about. She needed to taste that wood again 😂 in the blink of an eye, everything can change! Man oh man, I really hope he's not dead and whoever took Barbie pays a hefty price!
I just knew Benz and Barbie would have crossed lines. It's almost never the same after the fact. They both need to get out their feelings and speak what's facts. They both want each other. Why not see where it goes instead of playing all these games?! That's what Barbie's whole attitude was about. She needed to taste that wood again 😂 in the blink of an eye, everything can change! Man oh man, I really hope he's not dead and whoever took Barbie pays a hefty price!
October 9, 2020
Something serious
Barbie and Benz are made for each other but their pride will be there downfall. One night shifts things on its axis for the best friends, causing them to lose themselves and each other, not knowing how to get back to the good with each other. That ending is unexpected and something serious. Barbie and Benz's worlds are totally shaken up and surviving the ordeal may not happen. Looking forward to reading part two.
Barbie and Benz are made for each other but their pride will be there downfall. One night shifts things on its axis for the best friends, causing them to lose themselves and each other, not knowing how to get back to the good with each other. That ending is unexpected and something serious. Barbie and Benz's worlds are totally shaken up and surviving the ordeal may not happen. Looking forward to reading part two.
October 15, 2020
A good read
Princess this story is amazing. I hope that a Benz is alive and save the woman Who’s been in his life since childhood the one he who he really loves. I know he is not playing about Bobby he’s going to make sure everybody pays for whoever hurts her. I hope now he really show his heart to her. I hope they work out in Pato I can’t wait for part 2.I wish I could read it now. I hope you bring out part 2 soon that way us as readers will remember the story.
Princess this story is amazing. I hope that a Benz is alive and save the woman Who’s been in his life since childhood the one he who he really loves. I know he is not playing about Bobby he’s going to make sure everybody pays for whoever hurts her. I hope now he really show his heart to her. I hope they work out in Pato I can’t wait for part 2.I wish I could read it now. I hope you bring out part 2 soon that way us as readers will remember the story.
November 7, 2020
Why?
There’s was literally no character development in this book. They acted like they were freshly 18 instead of in their mid 20s. Benz don’t have NO hood nigga characteristics at ALL. His overall personality seemed lame. & How tf is he a king pin?! The editor needed to take this book for one more spin around block bc the typos were plentiful. & the ending was outright dumb. Issa solid NO for me dawg.
There’s was literally no character development in this book. They acted like they were freshly 18 instead of in their mid 20s. Benz don’t have NO hood nigga characteristics at ALL. His overall personality seemed lame. & How tf is he a king pin?! The editor needed to take this book for one more spin around block bc the typos were plentiful. & the ending was outright dumb. Issa solid NO for me dawg.
January 23, 2021
Good chemistry
Barbie and Benz have great chemistry but the some parts of it is unbelievable. It’s unbelievable that Barbie would 1.) entertain Cake knowing that her cousin Corset slept with him and that he is a part of Benz’s crew. Also, 2.) It’s unbelievable that Benz would be so disloyal to Barbie that he would use another agent in her office when purchasing his house and sleep with her coworker. They both come across as very immature,especially Barbie.
Barbie and Benz have great chemistry but the some parts of it is unbelievable. It’s unbelievable that Barbie would 1.) entertain Cake knowing that her cousin Corset slept with him and that he is a part of Benz’s crew. Also, 2.) It’s unbelievable that Benz would be so disloyal to Barbie that he would use another agent in her office when purchasing his house and sleep with her coworker. They both come across as very immature,especially Barbie.
January 26, 2021
You won’t be disappointed with this story
I like Barbie and Benez for each other they say friends make the best lover I just wish they made their relationship official before Barbie gets rape by the three masked men it’s sad that people have to take something from someone to prove a point hopefully Barbie comes out ok from this experience and her and Benez be together because they are made for each other
I like Barbie and Benez for each other they say friends make the best lover I just wish they made their relationship official before Barbie gets rape by the three masked men it’s sad that people have to take something from someone to prove a point hopefully Barbie comes out ok from this experience and her and Benez be together because they are made for each other
January 27, 2021
There was a lot of mistakes in the book like where she said she was going and then it was changed to another name when she got there. Then the storyline just was all over the place. It just didn’t flow especially how the author portrayed Barbie in the beginning as being an amazing real estate agent that everyone wanted to her fighting someone in a restaurant and driving off like it’s what she did every day. Just to much confusion for me.
September 19, 2020
Sad
Barbie and Benz were so foolish. Both had feelings for each other but thought the other didn’t feel the same way. Instead of finding out by asking they just assumed. Barbie was definitely green to relationships and how things work as far as sleeping with someone. I hope someone gets to Barbie ASAP. Can’t wait to read part 2
Barbie and Benz were so foolish. Both had feelings for each other but thought the other didn’t feel the same way. Instead of finding out by asking they just assumed. Barbie was definitely green to relationships and how things work as far as sleeping with someone. I hope someone gets to Barbie ASAP. Can’t wait to read part 2
September 19, 2020
Benz and Barbie
Even if they didn't know it everyone else knew that Benz loves Barbie. I hate that they were in a bad place when everything popped off. Even still he tried to save her. They are perfect for each other. I can't be sure but my mind is leaning towards Cake or Syria with the set up. I just hope someone make it in time to save Barbie.💙💙
Even if they didn't know it everyone else knew that Benz loves Barbie. I hate that they were in a bad place when everything popped off. Even still he tried to save her. They are perfect for each other. I can't be sure but my mind is leaning towards Cake or Syria with the set up. I just hope someone make it in time to save Barbie.💙💙
September 20, 2020
Satisfied Reader
Barbie and Benz needs to get it together. They need each other now more than ever. Cake just don't get the picture. Corset is all about her money and finessin. I'm praying Malice is ok so he can wreck havoc. I wonder who's the masterminds that just signed their death certificate.
Barbie and Benz needs to get it together. They need each other now more than ever. Cake just don't get the picture. Corset is all about her money and finessin. I'm praying Malice is ok so he can wreck havoc. I wonder who's the masterminds that just signed their death certificate.
September 20, 2020
What just happened
Who are these guys that got it out for Benz like this? To come to a party that wasn’t even his and killed all these people and kidnap Barbie like that! Now they about to rape her and she don’t even know why! I really hope that it ain’t cake that he didn’t leave and come back to get revenge! Will be waiting for part two
Who are these guys that got it out for Benz like this? To come to a party that wasn’t even his and killed all these people and kidnap Barbie like that! Now they about to rape her and she don’t even know why! I really hope that it ain’t cake that he didn’t leave and come back to get revenge! Will be waiting for part two
September 21, 2020
Awesome Read
Barbie and Benz was very nicely written. It was a really great read. Easy to get into. I literally read the book in 1 day and now I am feigning for part 2. I can’t believe how it ended. I just hope that Benz does not die and makes a speedy recovery so that he can save Barbie before anything happens to her. Please don’t let it take months for the follow up.
Barbie and Benz was very nicely written. It was a really great read. Easy to get into. I literally read the book in 1 day and now I am feigning for part 2. I can’t believe how it ended. I just hope that Benz does not die and makes a speedy recovery so that he can save Barbie before anything happens to her. Please don’t let it take months for the follow up.
September 30, 2020
Barbie and Benz, whew
Benz did Barbie dirty but had the audacity to be in his feelings!! Instead of being upfront about his feelings for her, he would rather deprive himself of what could be between them and hurt her. I like how Barbie stood her ground though. That ending was really unexpected though. I cannot wait for part 2. I need someone to come save the day!!
Benz did Barbie dirty but had the audacity to be in his feelings!! Instead of being upfront about his feelings for her, he would rather deprive himself of what could be between them and hurt her. I like how Barbie stood her ground though. That ending was really unexpected though. I cannot wait for part 2. I need someone to come save the day!!
October 1, 2020
Good Read
Barbie and Benz need to stop playing with each other. They crossed a line that could possibly mess up their friendship. I know Cake and Benz are cousin's but Cake seems like a creep to me and he's seem sneaky too. I wouldn't be surprised if he was behind what happened at Barbie parent's anniversary party. It could also be Syrai since she was obsessed with Benz.
Barbie and Benz need to stop playing with each other. They crossed a line that could possibly mess up their friendship. I know Cake and Benz are cousin's but Cake seems like a creep to me and he's seem sneaky too. I wouldn't be surprised if he was behind what happened at Barbie parent's anniversary party. It could also be Syrai since she was obsessed with Benz.
November 18, 2020
Annoying
This was like reading a book full of high school drama. Benz and Barbie were BOTH childish. How hard is it to express your feelings? Once y’all crossed that line things could have been talked about. Y’all had drunk sex what did Barbie expect. Lastly why would you end the book with a gang rape situation?
This was like reading a book full of high school drama. Benz and Barbie were BOTH childish. How hard is it to express your feelings? Once y’all crossed that line things could have been talked about. Y’all had drunk sex what did Barbie expect. Lastly why would you end the book with a gang rape situation?
November 28, 2020
O.m.g
Benz had sex with Barbie and told her he was not ready for a relationship and then when he see her with some one else he want to get jealous.. But now they done kidnapped his Barbie baby Benz is about to act a fool about his but he need to stop playing games and be with Barbie that's who he really want
Benz had sex with Barbie and told her he was not ready for a relationship and then when he see her with some one else he want to get jealous.. But now they done kidnapped his Barbie baby Benz is about to act a fool about his but he need to stop playing games and be with Barbie that's who he really want
December 12, 2020
Disappointed
Man how in the hell did Barbie think just because they had sex that Benz would automatically want a relationship. This whole book was childish and stupid. And for not one of her so called friends told her the real I'm pissed for that. The word nicca irked my nerves. Where did this ending come from. Man I will not be reading part 2. Highly dissatisfied
Man how in the hell did Barbie think just because they had sex that Benz would automatically want a relationship. This whole book was childish and stupid. And for not one of her so called friends told her the real I'm pissed for that. The word nicca irked my nerves. Where did this ending come from. Man I will not be reading part 2. Highly dissatisfied
January 14, 2021
Semi good read
This book had potential but it was too rushed and the writer clearly didn’t proof read. I think some of the content could have been really good if the author was more descriptive. The book needed to be more believable and it needed to flow better. The book was okay but it has room for improvement.
This book had potential but it was too rushed and the writer clearly didn’t proof read. I think some of the content could have been really good if the author was more descriptive. The book needed to be more believable and it needed to flow better. The book was okay but it has room for improvement.
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