Wearing His Ring, Holding His Gun: An Urban Standalone

by Vee Bryant

Love. A word that’s not used too loosely with these couples. After her twin sisters were taken away from her mother when they were only thirteen years old, Aspen grows up lonely, learning how to take care of herself when her mother dies from a drug overdose. Now grown, she’s a different a woman, a mother, and a wife. Her husband, Lux, is the light of her life, and he has been there through some dark times and good times. There is no other man for her. To prove her loyalty, Aspen is willing to ride or die for her husband. Asher and her husband, Harlem, are made for one another. With a kid on the way and his status in the streets, life seems amazing until things escalates, landing Harlem in the hospital. Being the dutiful wife that she is, Asher handles her husband’s need to ensure it doesn’t come back to haunt him… but it does. Secrets and lies play a huge part in this relationship. Will the couple survive the biggest secret yet? Or will the couple find themselves questioning the marriage? Ashton and Jianni are total opposites. She loves her husband, will do anything for him, and is faithful. Meanwhile, he is unfaithful, a cheater, and even gotten another woman pregnant. Working through their marital issues, things are never the same, leaving Ashton to feel like she is the only one trying. Arguments start, feelings are hurt, and true feelings are revealed. Will this couple fumble their relationship? Or will they be able to make it through? People love for various reasons. Some people love for love only. And sometimes, even that is to a certain extent. See how love fares in this new exciting African American urban hood standalone, Wearing His Ring, Holding His Gun.

184 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 25, 2021

Reviews

[LaTanya Garry · Rating 3 out of 5]

Decent Read

I truly love this Author and this is the first book I read by her that was full of discrepancies and grammatical errors. I was a bit disappointed. I continued reading because I liked the storyline and wanted to see what happened. It seems Asher and Ashton would've been better off left with their drug addicted mother. Even though their older sister Aspen went through some thing's when she was left behind when the twin's father took them as teenager's but Aspen life didn't seem to be as troubled as her little sister's. They life seemed to go from bad to worst. Reuniting with Aspen went well but Asher and Ashton had a lot of secrets and past trauma they brought to Aspen and her husband Lux front door. From the beginning you can tell Ashton and Jianni marriage was loveless. Jianni cheating turned Ashton numb. She really only stayed to protect a secret Jianni mother was holding over her head. I couldn't do anything but shake my head when I figured out who Ashton was creeping with. Especially with her knowing the truth about who shot her sister husband. Harlem and Asher was truly made for each other because they match each other crazy. Also Asher didn't have no issues with checking Harlem and Jianni meddling ass momma. Harlem definitely was tired of his momma trying to enter with his marriage. He wasn't like his brother Jianni. Now I was looking at Asher side ways because of the secret she revealed but Harlem truly accepted it without no problem. Harlem was vocal but while dealing with that drama. They had some street beef going on. Aspen was all for her and Lux having her sister's and their husband's back with the drama they had going on but her priority was her husband being safe as well. I love how they took in Frank and his little sister. No matter how street Aspen and Lux were. They had huge heart's. In reality Kensington knew he didn't have no wins going up against Harlem and Jianni. Especially once he found out they were connected to Lux. I don't know why Kensington tried to plot and plan against them along with trying to avenge his brother death. Kensington knew his brother was wrong for going after Harlem but he was also at fault for getting his own brother killed. The way this ended. I'm seriously surprised Jianni didn't snap on Ashton. It's one thing to get your lick back but to do it with the opp. That's a dangerous game.

[SANTANA SIMMONS · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it!!🔥🥰❤

Veeeeeeeee!!!!! Girl u did that as usual!!!! I was not expecting that!!! Listen this book was everything! The things that the twins went thru and the secrets that they carried with them especially Ashton!! I just wonder how Jianni thought when he saw that!! I wasn't expecting for that part to happen! I'm so happy Asher got her secret off her chest & that Harlem took it the way he did. I'm glad Asher approached her mother in law the way she did bc listen was Ma was doing too much!!! Then Harlem was man enough to put his momma in her place! I loved Aspen and Lux relationship from the beginning to the end!!! I can't wait for the spin-off next month!!

[Falecia McKinney · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was okay

I really want to give this book four and a half stars bc this book wasn't bad parts of it did drag to me parts of it had me lost. I really didn't get a good feel of Jianni and Harlem characters in this book. I'm also lost with there mom like she's controlling but I really didn't get any type if insist on her to to say yep she is. I am waiting and ready for April 9th for the spin off to find our more of what's in store for this group.

[Meke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Whew chile ☕️

I rarely write reviews, but this book right here. That cliffhanger I did NOT see that coming. So did Kensington really drop his girlfriend off to her father because he asked for her, or because he had fallen in love with someone else. I can’t wait for part two so that I can get some answers. 🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[JeaNida Luckie-Weatherall · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good Read

It was kinda slow dragging in the beginning, but it got better overtime. Also, was kinda confused, but it all came together. Wasn't really feeling Jianni and Harlem,p plus their mom was something else, with her controlling behind. Hopefully, it'll all come full circle with the spin-off.

[Halimah Grant · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed the read that was crazy jianni mother was trying to threaten her with secrets she knew she is a trip for that one but I'm glad Ashton finally got some strength to tell the truth and the sister all got along from not seeing each other in years thats messed up how they father was keeping everything from them and didn't want them to be around each other it was also nice to see asher being able to bond with all her kids even though she just met with one that was nice...can't wait to read the spin off

[tynisha munnerlyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

All I have to say is you did your thing with this once again. Lux and Harlem is definitely bae. I loved Aspen and Asher not so much Ashton but she got better towards the end. Jianni is a fuck boy. Can't wait for the spin off

[Joseph Juarez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Latavia Thoughts

OMG, First off there's nothing good coming from that meeting after that ending Ashton didn't come to play and I know Jianni salty as hell and I hope Kensington really in love with Ashton. I'm personally waiting on that Spin-Off

[Tiffany · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wearing his ring

I loved the story but Ashton was a messed up person if she knew she didn’t want her husband why would she make him abort that baby. Hopefully in the spin-off Jianni find someone worth his Love

[Ms Sheeda · Rating 5 out of 5]

💥💥💥🌟⭐🌟⭐

Yes! Yes!!! Yasss!!!! This book started off kind of slow for me! (My opinion) but definitely started to pick up and kick up by the 3rd chapter!!! And turned out to be a really good book!! So kudos to a job well done!!!

[Quay Solomon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome read...Jianni knew he wasn't really in love with Ashton because did way too much damage to her...I love how Lux & Harlem loved their women...I can't wait for the spin off...but Mook was truly unstable...I'm glad they killed Rayne to make a point

[Marissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

This storyline was captivating and thrilling. Character development well written. I cannot wait to read the spin-off. Looking forward to reading more from this author. I enjoyed and recommend this five star read.

[Secret Gaines · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wait What?

So you just leave me hanging like that? That's it? They gonna work together? No underhanded stuff going on? It was a great read though Vee Bryant. Can't wait to read more of your work....

[Shelima Theresa Maynard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

What an ending! Asher is going to be kiss at her sister Ashton. It is because of her that her husband got shot. She waited so long to tell her husband. Everything is going to blow up in her face! Great Read!

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

I'm so happy the sisters found each other after all them years of being separated. That ending was crazy but it was a cool read.

[Lisa Mayers-McGruder · Rating 5 out of 5]

Now wait!!

Ok ok this was just a warm up! But a great warm up. The couples and their secrets got me feeling some type of way. Can’t wait till spin off.

[Paula Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

This book was so good I’m glad the sisters reunited. So many secrets and twist and turn glad everyone got a happy ending

[Paula James · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ashton

What the world???? With the enemy? I an not wait to read the book that will be coming out in the spring. Good book!!!

[Arielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read

I give this book a 5 star because I love all the characters and the book was so good ...

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like it

I can't wait for the spin off. I know everybody in the meeting was surprised including me. We shall see what happens next .

[viola king]

Excellent

This book was everything from beginning to end suspense drama couples story well written shock for ending enjoyed reading look forward for spinoff

[tracy kimbrough · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing

WOW.. I DID NOT EXPECT THIS ENDING...THERE HAS TO BE MORE....WILL JIANNI GO AFTER THEM? OR WILL THEY LIVE HAPPILY EVER AFTER??

[Erica David · Rating 5 out of 5]

I knew it

Man that was a Playa move . You lost your wife to the opps. I know he is not going to go out without a fight.

[Antonette Brown (Penny Brown) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Glad the sisters were reunited and learning one another. The men sucked up their dislike for one another to get to the money.

[LaToya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great standalone

[andrea williams]

Excellent

This book was good from the beginning to the end. I would recommend this book. I really enjoyed this book.

[Lachaviette johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the best

I couldn't put this book down it's was so good the ending sucked i wanted to know what happened. Guess I'm about to read the spin off

[TACORA MCCLUNEY · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good Read

This was a good read although it took me a lil minute to get into the story. I love Aspen and Lux. They are couple goals. I like Harlem but I hope he chills a little now that he got kids. I love his reaction to Aspen's secret and how he put his meddling mama in her place. I'm glad Aspen find gave Jianni the boot. Who wants a husband that cheats and you have to take your husband's mistress to get an abortion. I don't know how it's gonna play out with her being with the Opps tho.💞💞

[Mattie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want!

This ladies most definitely was holding hands down. Vee keep up the good work. Them boys Mom was a hot mess.