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SHADOW OF A GANGSTA
The Hoover brothers are back, but they have no idea that they are..
Shadow Hoover, tired of living in the background of his brothers, decides to be trained by Lucifer his self. Wanting to make a name for himself, he decides to come out of retirement without his brothers.
Gangsta has never been one to back down from a challenge... With Shadow looking to him for guidance, G looks at it as an opportunity to get back in the game...
Shadow is now ready to take on his new job as a hit man, but the first job he takes jeopardizes the entire Hoover family. With his wife ready to leave, and his brother’s lives on the line, Shadow May have bitten off more than he could chew.
All hell has broken loose, and an old enemy is back to destroy the Hoovers once and for all. Who will come out on top as the Hoovers are forced into one last hoorah.
Shadow Hoover, tired of living in the background of his brothers, decides to be trained by Lucifer his self. Wanting to make a name for himself, he decides to come out of retirement without his brothers.
Gangsta has never been one to back down from a challenge... With Shadow looking to him for guidance, G looks at it as an opportunity to get back in the game...
Shadow is now ready to take on his new job as a hit man, but the first job he takes jeopardizes the entire Hoover family. With his wife ready to leave, and his brother’s lives on the line, Shadow May have bitten off more than he could chew.
All hell has broken loose, and an old enemy is back to destroy the Hoovers once and for all. Who will come out on top as the Hoovers are forced into one last hoorah.
299 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 27, 2020
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Latoya Nicole
115 books325 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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December 31, 2020
Shadows
First off... Somebody get Big Kimmie a McDouble with a large fry and a Diet Coke... she would’ve had to catch these hands.
Second.... I see you Shadow trying to boss up on Blaze... that was cute.
Last but always first in my heart 🥰 Blaze did not disappoint at all! He keeps the jokes coming even when he serious with his fine self 🤤
Latoya girl I loved every minute of every page. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Ok Bye....
First off... Somebody get Big Kimmie a McDouble with a large fry and a Diet Coke... she would’ve had to catch these hands.
Second.... I see you Shadow trying to boss up on Blaze... that was cute.
Last but always first in my heart 🥰 Blaze did not disappoint at all! He keeps the jokes coming even when he serious with his fine self 🤤
Latoya girl I loved every minute of every page. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Ok Bye....
July 30, 2019
Latoya Nicole is a beast with the pen. I’m glad we got to see Shadow grow as a man. The relationship him and his brothers have is awesome. It was cool being introduced to a new character. Blaze is still nutty as ever although Mrs. Debra probably could have gotten a check for all of them. Suave and Gangsta momma probably could’ve gotten a check too.
March 4, 2018
Shadow
Shadow really showed he wasn’t nobody shadow in this book. He really is a mini gangsta and the new character Zavic came out as a shock to everybody I definitely didn’t see that coming and of course Blaze and their mom had me laughing throughout the book. Shadow definitely came out swinging and everyone will know who he is now
Shadow really showed he wasn’t nobody shadow in this book. He really is a mini gangsta and the new character Zavic came out as a shock to everybody I definitely didn’t see that coming and of course Blaze and their mom had me laughing throughout the book. Shadow definitely came out swinging and everyone will know who he is now
March 6, 2018
😍😍😍😍
Another five ⭐ read couldn't put it down from start to finish I couldn't stop reading I laughing the whole time at blaze and his brother and mommy Debra the are crazy 😂 I can't wait to read some more of your work
Another five ⭐ read couldn't put it down from start to finish I couldn't stop reading I laughing the whole time at blaze and his brother and mommy Debra the are crazy 😂 I can't wait to read some more of your work
March 2, 2018
I'm not to fond of a series or characters that go on and on. But these Hoover brothers keep me CTFU. Their mama! Good lawd, they got their craziness honestly 😂. If LaToya can keep bringing them like she do, then I can keep reading about them. I think she can pull it off.
IDC what nobody say, she gotta be crazy frfr; off the chain in real life. Nobody sane can create these characters. Some may say they are over-the-top, well I'm from a different breed and I love it!
The people at my job, in the break room stayed looking at me like I'm crazy because I damn near laughed through the whole book. That's why I love her style. People are wayyyyyyyy too serious these days and everyone needs a good laugh. I hope she don't ever change, I love her style.
Mannnn I was mad she didn't do the scene with Ms. Debora praying for the motherboard 😂😂😂😂. I can't even imagine what she would have prayed about😂😂😂😂.
#ComeThruShadow
4.5*
IDC what nobody say, she gotta be crazy frfr; off the chain in real life. Nobody sane can create these characters. Some may say they are over-the-top, well I'm from a different breed and I love it!
The people at my job, in the break room stayed looking at me like I'm crazy because I damn near laughed through the whole book. That's why I love her style. People are wayyyyyyyy too serious these days and everyone needs a good laugh. I hope she don't ever change, I love her style.
Mannnn I was mad she didn't do the scene with Ms. Debora praying for the motherboard 😂😂😂😂. I can't even imagine what she would have prayed about😂😂😂😂.
#ComeThruShadow
4.5*
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January 16, 2021 This was a very entertaining series. The author added so much humor in the series to lighten the sting of violence when incurred. She did a great job of showcasing the strong, if not extremely toxic, bond between the four brothers. The series moved quickly with quite a few moving pieces and characters to keep track of but eventually, they all came together. I didn't always feel the chemistry between the couples. I would have liked to feel that passionate chemistry between the couples rather than them using their "tsunami" skills to make the women fall in line. The final book in the series introduced me to new characters from previous books that I can't wait to go back and read. As far as the audible, the narrators chosen didn't quite fit the characters. They came across as too mature for the 20 something-year-old characters. The one that did fit was the narrator who voiced the mother and Blaze. I recommend this series to all the firestarters who like drama and humor. #teamblaze
3.5
3.5
February 18, 2020
Good Good Stuff!
The writer brings back all the excitement,mystery and mayhem that screams "Hoover!"The story see a family once again put to the test and come out on top. They also come to the conclusion that Shadow is no longer a baby to be watched but a grown man all his own. They Hoover gang also welcomes a new brother and it was good to see them welcome him into the fold. If you want all the excitement you can handling with a good mystery than this story is for you. I almost forgot the gut busting laughs you are going to have as well. This was fun and it was nice to revisit old characters,who became like family.
The writer brings back all the excitement,mystery and mayhem that screams "Hoover!"The story see a family once again put to the test and come out on top. They also come to the conclusion that Shadow is no longer a baby to be watched but a grown man all his own. They Hoover gang also welcomes a new brother and it was good to see them welcome him into the fold. If you want all the excitement you can handling with a good mystery than this story is for you. I almost forgot the gut busting laughs you are going to have as well. This was fun and it was nice to revisit old characters,who became like family.
March 2, 2018
Shadow gets his time to Shine!! Shadow tired of being thought of as the weak link, gets with Gangsta and taps into his inner beast. Gangsta and Paradise are still crazy as hell. Loved the introduction of a new Hoover, move over Blaze, you have been replaced. Vic is the new bae. Blaze and his pooping daughter worked my last nerves, he just doesn't know when to quit! Proud of Shadow and his growth. Tate just wouldn't let go and was dealt with accordingly. The Hoover gang went out with a bang for their last hurrah!!
March 3, 2018
Never a dull moment.
I pray this is not the end for the Hoover gang. Let us 🙏🙏🙏🙏. You always come through with your books and I'll always be a loyal fan. I'm so glad Shadow finally came into himself. Even though he felt bad about what happened, he was still loyal. He would never harm any of his brothers especially Blaze aggy ass. Blaze will always be bae cause he stay with the shits but I really wanna know what that Chuck, I mean Vic do lol. He swift with that knife, I'd love to hear about him and Blaze acting a fool together. Thank you Latoya, you know you the best.
I pray this is not the end for the Hoover gang. Let us 🙏🙏🙏🙏. You always come through with your books and I'll always be a loyal fan. I'm so glad Shadow finally came into himself. Even though he felt bad about what happened, he was still loyal. He would never harm any of his brothers especially Blaze aggy ass. Blaze will always be bae cause he stay with the shits but I really wanna know what that Chuck, I mean Vic do lol. He swift with that knife, I'd love to hear about him and Blaze acting a fool together. Thank you Latoya, you know you the best.
March 3, 2018
Shadow of A Gangsta
This was a good book by Latoya Nicole. The Hoover brothers are back for a final ride, but will it be an easy one? Shadow is tired of being the one that always takes the backlash or being labeled as the weak brother, so he ask G to train him. Doing it without anyone knowing he is having a difficult time getting it all together. When he receives a hit and something happens, things change. Will Shadow be able to step into the light or always be the shadow of his older brothers?
This was a good book by Latoya Nicole. The Hoover brothers are back for a final ride, but will it be an easy one? Shadow is tired of being the one that always takes the backlash or being labeled as the weak brother, so he ask G to train him. Doing it without anyone knowing he is having a difficult time getting it all together. When he receives a hit and something happens, things change. Will Shadow be able to step into the light or always be the shadow of his older brothers?
March 2, 2018
Hoover Gang for life 🔥🔥🔥
I absolutely loved this book. Shadow became his own man, and it made me proud. I don’t know where Zavic “Chuck” came from, but I need more of him. Blaze is still Blaze and had me in tears. This book was well written. This author never disappoints and I can always count on her to deliver a banger. This was a bittersweet book because it’s the end of Hoover Gang.
I absolutely loved this book. Shadow became his own man, and it made me proud. I don’t know where Zavic “Chuck” came from, but I need more of him. Blaze is still Blaze and had me in tears. This book was well written. This author never disappoints and I can always count on her to deliver a banger. This was a bittersweet book because it’s the end of Hoover Gang.
March 2, 2018
😂🤣
What a great way to end a dynasty these Hoover Brothers had me hooked since book 1 .Love that Shadow wanted to basically come out of the shadow of his brothers and be an individual .I had a feeling who the person was who hired the hit .Happy he got his .Between Blaze bagging on everybody and the scene when Kimmie was going into labor I was dying laughing . And now we have an extra member I have a feeling Chuck 😂 going to show back up in the near future.
What a great way to end a dynasty these Hoover Brothers had me hooked since book 1 .Love that Shadow wanted to basically come out of the shadow of his brothers and be an individual .I had a feeling who the person was who hired the hit .Happy he got his .Between Blaze bagging on everybody and the scene when Kimmie was going into labor I was dying laughing . And now we have an extra member I have a feeling Chuck 😂 going to show back up in the near future.
March 3, 2018
Shadow of A Gangsta
Latoya this so good but why must u have me crunch up laughing so hard it’s killing my stomach lmbo. Yes Shadow show them his man no purse dog his a beast. Blaze always going be crazy now they have a new brother Vic just as crazy them. God aka Lucifer still had a part in here love him Gangsta. Latoya u had some funny part in her from the tv show ok u crazy love it
Latoya this so good but why must u have me crunch up laughing so hard it’s killing my stomach lmbo. Yes Shadow show them his man no purse dog his a beast. Blaze always going be crazy now they have a new brother Vic just as crazy them. God aka Lucifer still had a part in here love him Gangsta. Latoya u had some funny part in her from the tv show ok u crazy love it
March 3, 2018
Satisfied Reader
Bra to the mutha vo. This book was just as good as all her others she never disappoint. Her pen game is lethal. I'm going to miss the Hoover's Face,Blaze,Quick,Shadow and the newy Vic. Shadow really redeemed himself and became his own man. He was tired of living in the shadows of his brothers. They were a force to be reckoned with and i love reading every minute of it. Great Job
Bra to the mutha vo. This book was just as good as all her others she never disappoint. Her pen game is lethal. I'm going to miss the Hoover's Face,Blaze,Quick,Shadow and the newy Vic. Shadow really redeemed himself and became his own man. He was tired of living in the shadows of his brothers. They were a force to be reckoned with and i love reading every minute of it. Great Job
March 4, 2018
HOOVER!!!HOOVER!!! HOOVER!!!🔥💪😍😘
I love how Gangsta trained Shadow all of his brothers expertise. Shadow really stepped up to the plate and became his own man. He was asking Vic real deal questions like Baby Face, he shot Tate six precise times in the head like Quick, and set Tate to fire so fast like Blaze. I also liked how Vic was a force to be reckoned with fitting right in with his brothers. I can't wait to read Vic's story😉😉
I love how Gangsta trained Shadow all of his brothers expertise. Shadow really stepped up to the plate and became his own man. He was asking Vic real deal questions like Baby Face, he shot Tate six precise times in the head like Quick, and set Tate to fire so fast like Blaze. I also liked how Vic was a force to be reckoned with fitting right in with his brothers. I can't wait to read Vic's story😉😉
March 15, 2018
Whatttt!!!
I had this book just sitting in my kindle for a little while. I must say I love The Hoover Gang!!! I liked that we got to see Shadow in a different light. We saw him as an asset to the group not just their little brother. I liked Zavic being added, he fit right in. LaToya Nicole is so funny!!! All her characters has jokes for days and I be dying laughing!!! Great ending, I think!!!
I had this book just sitting in my kindle for a little while. I must say I love The Hoover Gang!!! I liked that we got to see Shadow in a different light. We saw him as an asset to the group not just their little brother. I liked Zavic being added, he fit right in. LaToya Nicole is so funny!!! All her characters has jokes for days and I be dying laughing!!! Great ending, I think!!!
March 19, 2018
AWESOME sauce!!!
Yasss! Another amazing book about The Hoover Gang!! Shadow of A Gangsta was hilarious and full of excitement. You can't help but love the entire family. Latoya Nicole never disappoints and this was no difference. I kept holding off reading it because I didn't want to say goodbye to The Hoover gang, but I'm excited I did read it😉 Great read, you'll enjoy everything about it!
Yasss! Another amazing book about The Hoover Gang!! Shadow of A Gangsta was hilarious and full of excitement. You can't help but love the entire family. Latoya Nicole never disappoints and this was no difference. I kept holding off reading it because I didn't want to say goodbye to The Hoover gang, but I'm excited I did read it😉 Great read, you'll enjoy everything about it!
March 2, 2018
Hoover Hoover
The Hoover Gang was definitely back in effect! Along with Gangsta & Suave! Imma need a visual of Vic! I love 💕 him! That just might be my new Bae! Shadow is the ish yasssss! I’m definitely going to need more of them now! Idc idc! This book was sensational! Got me wanting to read Love and War all over again!
The Hoover Gang was definitely back in effect! Along with Gangsta & Suave! Imma need a visual of Vic! I love 💕 him! That just might be my new Bae! Shadow is the ish yasssss! I’m definitely going to need more of them now! Idc idc! This book was sensational! Got me wanting to read Love and War all over again!
March 2, 2018
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Maaaaaaaan!!!! I promise I can’t get through one of Latoya Nicole books without tears in my eyes from laughing so much. Blaze is still my favorite, he a straight clown. I’m glad they met their brother and they all got along. Thank goodness they finally got rid of Tate, he just needed to stay dead. Hopefully there’s more to read about the Hoover gang🔥🔥
Maaaaaaaan!!!! I promise I can’t get through one of Latoya Nicole books without tears in my eyes from laughing so much. Blaze is still my favorite, he a straight clown. I’m glad they met their brother and they all got along. Thank goodness they finally got rid of Tate, he just needed to stay dead. Hopefully there’s more to read about the Hoover gang🔥🔥
March 2, 2018
Omg....my girl did it again
My girl did it again. Everything you touch is gold bae. I love it. Vic is my new bae lol so him and Face my book baes lol... Blaze was blaze as usual and extra. Spark just like him lol. Shadow is just that. His name speakers for himself....I love it you can never get enough of the Hoover Gang and they mama lol....I love Gangsta and Paradise....
My girl did it again. Everything you touch is gold bae. I love it. Vic is my new bae lol so him and Face my book baes lol... Blaze was blaze as usual and extra. Spark just like him lol. Shadow is just that. His name speakers for himself....I love it you can never get enough of the Hoover Gang and they mama lol....I love Gangsta and Paradise....
March 3, 2018
Shadow of A Gangster Review
This book was short and sweet. Those Hoover boys were crazy, but they were also deadly. Blaze and his daughter did the most with those lighters. Shadow came into his own with the help of Lucifer. They even added 2 new additions to the family.
Officer Tate ran but he couldn't hide from those Hoover men. ,#BKP
This book was short and sweet. Those Hoover boys were crazy, but they were also deadly. Blaze and his daughter did the most with those lighters. Shadow came into his own with the help of Lucifer. They even added 2 new additions to the family.
Officer Tate ran but he couldn't hide from those Hoover men. ,#BKP
March 3, 2018
Another 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 banger!
I’m glad Shadow stepped out of his brothers shadow and came into his own. I like Vic AkA Chuck, tight pants and all. Hopefully we get to hear more about him. As usual the laughs were nonstop. Them Hoover brothers as well as Suave and Gangsta and their wives will be missed. Looking forward to everything you got coming up.
I’m glad Shadow stepped out of his brothers shadow and came into his own. I like Vic AkA Chuck, tight pants and all. Hopefully we get to hear more about him. As usual the laughs were nonstop. Them Hoover brothers as well as Suave and Gangsta and their wives will be missed. Looking forward to everything you got coming up.
March 4, 2018
Book worm
Well well well that was a great read Latoya you did it again. I hate that this is really the end of the Hoover brothers. I enjoyed reading about the brothers especially Blaze he is really crazy with a lot of jokes and pranks. It was great while it lasted thanks for sharing the Hoover brothers with us.
Well well well that was a great read Latoya you did it again. I hate that this is really the end of the Hoover brothers. I enjoyed reading about the brothers especially Blaze he is really crazy with a lot of jokes and pranks. It was great while it lasted thanks for sharing the Hoover brothers with us.
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March 14, 2018A darn good book
My girl Latoya Nicole did it once again with this book.Tht Blaze is crazy & got his daughter acting just like him. I'm glad they accepted their brother.Shadow did his thing G taught him will.Now if we can get a spin-off with Vic & Shadow bc they r a force to b reckon with
My girl Latoya Nicole did it once again with this book.Tht Blaze is crazy & got his daughter acting just like him. I'm glad they accepted their brother.Shadow did his thing G taught him will.Now if we can get a spin-off with Vic & Shadow bc they r a force to b reckon with
March 13, 2018
Yesssss!!!!🙌🙌🙌🙌
Omg...you did it again LaToya... Hoover,Gangsta and Suave are true savage fellas...Vic was a surprise but never know with a papa like Rico..Shadow finally prove himself and I'm so happy for him....I love the hoover family I really hope to see more from them and of course the legends...I really enjoyed this one!!!Great job toya🙌🙌🙌
Omg...you did it again LaToya... Hoover,Gangsta and Suave are true savage fellas...Vic was a surprise but never know with a papa like Rico..Shadow finally prove himself and I'm so happy for him....I love the hoover family I really hope to see more from them and of course the legends...I really enjoyed this one!!!Great job toya🙌🙌🙌
April 8, 2018
Yassss
This was so good.... But I wouldn't expect anything less from Latoya... I love the Hoover Gang, Gangsta, & Suave... Now it's a 5th Hoover... I know he has to have a book coming out so when can really get to know this nigga... I hate to see the crew go but they went out in style... Hoovers for life😍😍😍
This was so good.... But I wouldn't expect anything less from Latoya... I love the Hoover Gang, Gangsta, & Suave... Now it's a 5th Hoover... I know he has to have a book coming out so when can really get to know this nigga... I hate to see the crew go but they went out in style... Hoovers for life😍😍😍
May 2, 2020
The End?
I thought this series was done after War 3 but nah. I was excited to see War 4 and was sad knowing it was finished. Well then I saw Shadow and it was on, Again. It was good to see The Hoover Gang together again with Gangster and Suave too. I'm going to read their stories next. This is an excellent series. I enjoyed reading this masterpiece.
I thought this series was done after War 3 but nah. I was excited to see War 4 and was sad knowing it was finished. Well then I saw Shadow and it was on, Again. It was good to see The Hoover Gang together again with Gangster and Suave too. I'm going to read their stories next. This is an excellent series. I enjoyed reading this masterpiece.
November 14, 2024
Oh Spark‼️
Blaze and Spark always still the show. That little girl is something else. I was glad to see Shadow step out of his brothers’ shadows. He did good with training. I hope to reach more about Zavic and Shadow as a hitman. Also a good read if you’re reading a book by this author. She is hilarious 😂😂.
I give this book five stars and highly recommend it.
Blaze and Spark always still the show. That little girl is something else. I was glad to see Shadow step out of his brothers’ shadows. He did good with training. I hope to reach more about Zavic and Shadow as a hitman. Also a good read if you’re reading a book by this author. She is hilarious 😂😂.
I give this book five stars and highly recommend it.
June 14, 2025
Never a dull moment!
Gangsta tought shadow well! I loved readin this book, i love the hoover gang! Nw they got another brother who js as crazi as they ass and he wasn't raised wit them 🤣 nw gangsta daughter is a shitter and blaze daughter is a fire strter lol blaze was wrong for wht he had her do to vic, but vic wasn't the one🤣 i enjoyed this book! U did tht!
Gangsta tought shadow well! I loved readin this book, i love the hoover gang! Nw they got another brother who js as crazi as they ass and he wasn't raised wit them 🤣 nw gangsta daughter is a shitter and blaze daughter is a fire strter lol blaze was wrong for wht he had her do to vic, but vic wasn't the one🤣 i enjoyed this book! U did tht!
March 2, 2018
LOVED IT!!!
Once again LaToya you wrote a book I could not put down until I finished it. This whole book was bomb!! Great from beginning to end. Blaze is too much, but I love Suave ❤❤. Once again EXCELLENT!!
Once again LaToya you wrote a book I could not put down until I finished it. This whole book was bomb!! Great from beginning to end. Blaze is too much, but I love Suave ❤❤. Once again EXCELLENT!!
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