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An American Hustler
I never had intentions to become a drug dealer, especially at the age of thirteen--just being honest. I had one of the meanest mamas in the neighborhood, who made me go to church almost every Sunday. I had to sang in the Jr. Choir, I’d been baptized, and was a member of a church called Williams Memorial CME on Fifteenth Street. Just across the street is where I stood in line, faithfully, at Shiloe Community Center for our free cheese, powdered milk, honey, and most importantly, our monthly Food Stamps.
I wanted to be a football player growing up, but for some apparent reason, my mama didn’t think I was tough enough or that I would get hurt. While growing up in a poverty-stricken city such as Augusta and living in one of the worst neighborhoods, you had only a few options. Either you was going to be a boxer, play football, or be a damn good hustler. Even though the city had produced a few NBA players and rappers, your chances were still slim to none.
Still, I never had intentions on being a drug dealer. I was doing just fine drawing pictures of cartoon characters on my bedroom wall. I was obsessed with picking up soda and beer cans and selling them at the aluminum recycling company on Old Savannah Road. We hunted squirrels and robins with BB guns and sold them to the lady down the street for a dollar. That was my hustle, I guess.
My intentions on being a drug dealer were nonexistent, but this would be the last time our lights and the water would be disconnected almost simultaneously. I was sure my mama was oblivious to what I was going through mentally. In school, I was ridiculed for various reasons; going to school musty, wearing hand me down clothes that my Mama had gotten from the rich white people that she worked for on the Hill. I also got joked on by the older guys in my neighborhood because they said that my mama didn’t know who my daddy was. Maybe, all of this had taken a toll on me.
Then, one day, something clicked mentally, almost similar to someone flipping on a light switch on the wall… And from there, all I could remember is my mama saying, Whatever you do, just be the best at it.
This is a powerful story of drug addiction, redemption of overcoming the life of crime, and the judicial system altogether, Jarvis Hardwick, AKA National Bestselling author, Cole Hart, has finally pinned a riveting and unputdownable story of his life.
I wanted to be a football player growing up, but for some apparent reason, my mama didn’t think I was tough enough or that I would get hurt. While growing up in a poverty-stricken city such as Augusta and living in one of the worst neighborhoods, you had only a few options. Either you was going to be a boxer, play football, or be a damn good hustler. Even though the city had produced a few NBA players and rappers, your chances were still slim to none.
Still, I never had intentions on being a drug dealer. I was doing just fine drawing pictures of cartoon characters on my bedroom wall. I was obsessed with picking up soda and beer cans and selling them at the aluminum recycling company on Old Savannah Road. We hunted squirrels and robins with BB guns and sold them to the lady down the street for a dollar. That was my hustle, I guess.
My intentions on being a drug dealer were nonexistent, but this would be the last time our lights and the water would be disconnected almost simultaneously. I was sure my mama was oblivious to what I was going through mentally. In school, I was ridiculed for various reasons; going to school musty, wearing hand me down clothes that my Mama had gotten from the rich white people that she worked for on the Hill. I also got joked on by the older guys in my neighborhood because they said that my mama didn’t know who my daddy was. Maybe, all of this had taken a toll on me.
Then, one day, something clicked mentally, almost similar to someone flipping on a light switch on the wall… And from there, all I could remember is my mama saying, Whatever you do, just be the best at it.
This is a powerful story of drug addiction, redemption of overcoming the life of crime, and the judicial system altogether, Jarvis Hardwick, AKA National Bestselling author, Cole Hart, has finally pinned a riveting and unputdownable story of his life.
422 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 2, 2021
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Cole Hart
50 books282 followersCole Hart is a National Best-selling author that has written at least twenty novels under the street-lit and urban romance genre. He also published hundreds of novels between his former company Cole Hart Presents and his current Cole Hart Signature. His writing career began while imprisoned in 2001. To the date, he's sold nearly two million ebooks just on Amazon alone. With a hot roster of female authors, he's ready to take the publishing industry by storm.
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September 7, 2021
The Epic Expedition of Jarvis Hardwick
Before he was a best selling author, publisher, or successful businessman Cole Hart was a hustler. Cole Hart give you an up close and personal glimpse of the raw and realness of his life. Born in 1974 in Augusta, Georgia, the baby of five. Born and raised poor his mama Miss Bessie got his clothes from the Salvation Army or the white folks she worked for on the hill. Even tho they didn't have much and a father he couldn't acknowledge in public, the bond between Jarvis and his mother was unmatched. Wanting better for him and his sick mother is what pushed him to the streets. Everybody ain't built for the street life but Jarvis hard the smarts and mentality for it. Being in and out of juvie and prison only made him go harder. His come up wasn't glitter and glam. At times it stressful and bitter sweet. All snakes don't hiss.
What I love about this book is you can feel every emotion Jarvis felt. It was like I can see everything happening like I'm right before my eyes. I feel like I know these people personally. Miss Bessie didn't play about her son and he didn't play about her. I loved how he would wipe her sweat and fan her just because he knew she was hot. Cain was his brother even tho he really was his nephew. I liked the bond they shared. Jarvis was a different breed to because he did stuff for people just because, like what he did for Will. That made my heart smile. He looked out for his people when they was locked up and made sure they were straight when they came home. Jarvis came across alot of people that dropped valuable jewels of knowledge on him. Not trying to make him out of a saint but he a good dude. Jarvis had demons of his own also. Between not knowing how to be a father, losing his mother, another baby on the way, money loss, almost being killed, hits out on him, depression, drugs, alcoho, demon voices in his head and not knowing who can be trusted, who wouldn't need an escape. The only people I see as trust worthy to me out of Ant Moe, Kentay, BigBear, Prince, Fat Daddy, Fly Ty and Cain is the last two in my opinion. You will have to read it for yourself to see. I can't wait who comes to his rescue.💗💗
Before he was a best selling author, publisher, or successful businessman Cole Hart was a hustler. Cole Hart give you an up close and personal glimpse of the raw and realness of his life. Born in 1974 in Augusta, Georgia, the baby of five. Born and raised poor his mama Miss Bessie got his clothes from the Salvation Army or the white folks she worked for on the hill. Even tho they didn't have much and a father he couldn't acknowledge in public, the bond between Jarvis and his mother was unmatched. Wanting better for him and his sick mother is what pushed him to the streets. Everybody ain't built for the street life but Jarvis hard the smarts and mentality for it. Being in and out of juvie and prison only made him go harder. His come up wasn't glitter and glam. At times it stressful and bitter sweet. All snakes don't hiss.
What I love about this book is you can feel every emotion Jarvis felt. It was like I can see everything happening like I'm right before my eyes. I feel like I know these people personally. Miss Bessie didn't play about her son and he didn't play about her. I loved how he would wipe her sweat and fan her just because he knew she was hot. Cain was his brother even tho he really was his nephew. I liked the bond they shared. Jarvis was a different breed to because he did stuff for people just because, like what he did for Will. That made my heart smile. He looked out for his people when they was locked up and made sure they were straight when they came home. Jarvis came across alot of people that dropped valuable jewels of knowledge on him. Not trying to make him out of a saint but he a good dude. Jarvis had demons of his own also. Between not knowing how to be a father, losing his mother, another baby on the way, money loss, almost being killed, hits out on him, depression, drugs, alcoho, demon voices in his head and not knowing who can be trusted, who wouldn't need an escape. The only people I see as trust worthy to me out of Ant Moe, Kentay, BigBear, Prince, Fat Daddy, Fly Ty and Cain is the last two in my opinion. You will have to read it for yourself to see. I can't wait who comes to his rescue.💗💗
September 6, 2021
Life has many Twist And Turns
Jarvis where to begin? First, A great read. It's such a true rendition of so many black boys growing up in poverty and because of the environment they become the environment. Jarvis, your story is so dam raw a person that has never been in the position reading this could never understand how you couldn't just walk away. I felt every pain you shared. I've dealt with guys who lived that life that made it out and now are doing good. I believe because you had a mother no matter what her personal demons were, she believed in God, and prayed for you to be okay with all your dealings. Living that life will either end you up dead, in jail for life, or become your best customer.
Watching you start your journey, you only wanted to get out of the ghetto, have your mama a nice place, help your family and I believe your heart was as it is now a great giving heart, A person that sows seed not looking for a return God sees, and always returns it to you when you need it.
Feeling your pain through your words, you really wanted to break free but I could be wrong but you lost reality with what was true and what wasn't. Your heart was good but you had trust issues everyone you were there for didn't have your best interest at heart. I swear reading some of your book, I was back in the projects watching my boyfriend be the king and remembering how he became so money hungry he forgot who was real and all the fake folk and broads that came with the territory he knew in his sober mind what was real but in his high mind that just didn't register.
The love you had for you mama was so good although you knew what you were doing was causing her heartache you just couldn't stop. I commend you for putting your life on paper, A hard life but God had you throughout all your good, bad, foolishness, the devil thought he had total control and yes, you gave him some play time but I know who will win in the end. I can't tell you how I hated and loved this read, so good and raw and real. Great Job
Jarvis where to begin? First, A great read. It's such a true rendition of so many black boys growing up in poverty and because of the environment they become the environment. Jarvis, your story is so dam raw a person that has never been in the position reading this could never understand how you couldn't just walk away. I felt every pain you shared. I've dealt with guys who lived that life that made it out and now are doing good. I believe because you had a mother no matter what her personal demons were, she believed in God, and prayed for you to be okay with all your dealings. Living that life will either end you up dead, in jail for life, or become your best customer.
Watching you start your journey, you only wanted to get out of the ghetto, have your mama a nice place, help your family and I believe your heart was as it is now a great giving heart, A person that sows seed not looking for a return God sees, and always returns it to you when you need it.
Feeling your pain through your words, you really wanted to break free but I could be wrong but you lost reality with what was true and what wasn't. Your heart was good but you had trust issues everyone you were there for didn't have your best interest at heart. I swear reading some of your book, I was back in the projects watching my boyfriend be the king and remembering how he became so money hungry he forgot who was real and all the fake folk and broads that came with the territory he knew in his sober mind what was real but in his high mind that just didn't register.
The love you had for you mama was so good although you knew what you were doing was causing her heartache you just couldn't stop. I commend you for putting your life on paper, A hard life but God had you throughout all your good, bad, foolishness, the devil thought he had total control and yes, you gave him some play time but I know who will win in the end. I can't tell you how I hated and loved this read, so good and raw and real. Great Job
September 6, 2021
Wow!!!
While reading this book I experienced a plethora of different emotions. I felt as though I was taking a walk with the author as he opened himself up in the purest, most raw form. I felt every ounce of pain, trauma, depression, trying to seek a better life for himself, his daughter, his beloved nephew Cain and his mother Ms. Bessie. Struggling to make sense of a world where it seems all the odds were stacked against him. My favorite parts of the book were the moments when Jay was most open and vulnerable. You can truly envision the strong sense of loyalty he displays to the people in his life. There's positively no doubt about his amazing bond with his mother. All he wants is to give her a better life, free of worry, illness and stress. That alone was the flame that ignited everything!!! Jays relationship with Kim was also true. She made it possible for him to learn to love and see the world in a perspective of living as opposed to just surviving. Cains evolution was also awesome. Him and Jarvis' bond superseded beyond just family. They are brothers, partner's, comrades and friends. I genuinely like the fact that Jarvis is a critical thinker. He often self evaluates and makes decisions based on what is best for his entire team and family as opposed to being selfish and money hungry.
Overall this is a thoroughly engaging, unpredictable, poignant and eye opening read that I would recommend to everyone. Definitely NOT just the typical
"hood story". Baby this has so many layers, levels and much depth as you become spellbound as you watch Jarvis navigate through the Cutt!!!!
While reading this book I experienced a plethora of different emotions. I felt as though I was taking a walk with the author as he opened himself up in the purest, most raw form. I felt every ounce of pain, trauma, depression, trying to seek a better life for himself, his daughter, his beloved nephew Cain and his mother Ms. Bessie. Struggling to make sense of a world where it seems all the odds were stacked against him. My favorite parts of the book were the moments when Jay was most open and vulnerable. You can truly envision the strong sense of loyalty he displays to the people in his life. There's positively no doubt about his amazing bond with his mother. All he wants is to give her a better life, free of worry, illness and stress. That alone was the flame that ignited everything!!! Jays relationship with Kim was also true. She made it possible for him to learn to love and see the world in a perspective of living as opposed to just surviving. Cains evolution was also awesome. Him and Jarvis' bond superseded beyond just family. They are brothers, partner's, comrades and friends. I genuinely like the fact that Jarvis is a critical thinker. He often self evaluates and makes decisions based on what is best for his entire team and family as opposed to being selfish and money hungry.
Overall this is a thoroughly engaging, unpredictable, poignant and eye opening read that I would recommend to everyone. Definitely NOT just the typical
"hood story". Baby this has so many layers, levels and much depth as you become spellbound as you watch Jarvis navigate through the Cutt!!!!
September 8, 2021
Amazing and wild!!!!!
Hmmm, what can I really say about someone else's life story? It was a roller coaster I will say that. I kept saying to myself, just leave it alone and find a real job please. I got mad and was like dude stop throwing your life away like that. You were just trying to get arrested, especially when you kept riding around with the drugs and money in the car and you knew you didn't have a license. I can't say that anything that happen to Jarvis was anyone else's fault because he had his own mind. I did get mad at Cain too though because they were family and one of them should have came to their senses. Then your daughter was missing out on her father being there for her physically. I felt so bad for Kimberly because she was a good girl and she was good for Jarvis. But he just couldn't get it together. I hate that happen to Jarvis mother as well, that part was really sad. I just wished Bessie could have gotten the help she needed to keep her around longer. I really enjoyed reading this book and I look forward to reading part two. It was a bit long but I got through it, lol. Sorry it took me a little more time. But overall this was a great read. Thank you and keep up the good work.
Hmmm, what can I really say about someone else's life story? It was a roller coaster I will say that. I kept saying to myself, just leave it alone and find a real job please. I got mad and was like dude stop throwing your life away like that. You were just trying to get arrested, especially when you kept riding around with the drugs and money in the car and you knew you didn't have a license. I can't say that anything that happen to Jarvis was anyone else's fault because he had his own mind. I did get mad at Cain too though because they were family and one of them should have came to their senses. Then your daughter was missing out on her father being there for her physically. I felt so bad for Kimberly because she was a good girl and she was good for Jarvis. But he just couldn't get it together. I hate that happen to Jarvis mother as well, that part was really sad. I just wished Bessie could have gotten the help she needed to keep her around longer. I really enjoyed reading this book and I look forward to reading part two. It was a bit long but I got through it, lol. Sorry it took me a little more time. But overall this was a great read. Thank you and keep up the good work.
September 9, 2021
Great read
I absolutely loveee this book. Getting to know you Beyond being a publisher and author was great. Seeing the challenges you went through in life as a young black kid and how you wanted to do right in life. It really let you see how awful the world can be . You was picked on about your clothes and wearing Hammy downs but your mother was doing the best she could to take care of you. Kids are very cruel. When you started out in the streets it seem like you just wanted to help your mama and not be picked on at school. You also wanted to make sure y’all didn’t go without lights and water and have to go to the neighbors house to take a bath . I feel like your mother and aunt tried to keep you on the right path , but life happened. I also love how your principle offered to help because most people at school don’t care about the students at all . But it was just to late to help at that point. This book showed you pain , hurt and struggles. You wanted to get out the hood and make your mama and family happy. You also loved your nephew and didn’t him to end up in the same situation you was in . Even though you was in and out of jail and doing things that hurt you mother she still love
you . This was an awesome read !!!!!!
I absolutely loveee this book. Getting to know you Beyond being a publisher and author was great. Seeing the challenges you went through in life as a young black kid and how you wanted to do right in life. It really let you see how awful the world can be . You was picked on about your clothes and wearing Hammy downs but your mother was doing the best she could to take care of you. Kids are very cruel. When you started out in the streets it seem like you just wanted to help your mama and not be picked on at school. You also wanted to make sure y’all didn’t go without lights and water and have to go to the neighbors house to take a bath . I feel like your mother and aunt tried to keep you on the right path , but life happened. I also love how your principle offered to help because most people at school don’t care about the students at all . But it was just to late to help at that point. This book showed you pain , hurt and struggles. You wanted to get out the hood and make your mama and family happy. You also loved your nephew and didn’t him to end up in the same situation you was in . Even though you was in and out of jail and doing things that hurt you mother she still love
you . This was an awesome read !!!!!!
September 11, 2021
Forget turning lemons to lemonade...
I became acquainted with this author's work when I read "The Throne". The style of writing was raw and cinematic. I could literally picture every character and scene in my head. What I couldn't do is figure out the twist. I ALWAYS FIGURE OUT THE TWIST. From there on, I was hooked and read other works. Imagine my surprise when I found out the author was incarcerated. So now Cole Hart is free and I'm figuring American Hustler won't be as raw as a convicts writing due to the many distractions of being a free man. I was wrong. He may not be a convict, but the man has convictions. Just going back in the day to chronicle the lifestyle he led had to come with some soul searching. The guilt behind the grind. The people he unintentionally hurt by trying to bring everybody up. I appreciate the honesty and transparency in sharing a life lived prior. The acknowledgment of knowing he was living foul says something about his heart. Especially when one can tell the story cause they're still present. Kudos to the new hustle, the new mindset, the legal grind. I will never doubt his ability to tell a story again.0 He took some moonshine and distilled it into the finest champagne. I was here for it all.
I became acquainted with this author's work when I read "The Throne". The style of writing was raw and cinematic. I could literally picture every character and scene in my head. What I couldn't do is figure out the twist. I ALWAYS FIGURE OUT THE TWIST. From there on, I was hooked and read other works. Imagine my surprise when I found out the author was incarcerated. So now Cole Hart is free and I'm figuring American Hustler won't be as raw as a convicts writing due to the many distractions of being a free man. I was wrong. He may not be a convict, but the man has convictions. Just going back in the day to chronicle the lifestyle he led had to come with some soul searching. The guilt behind the grind. The people he unintentionally hurt by trying to bring everybody up. I appreciate the honesty and transparency in sharing a life lived prior. The acknowledgment of knowing he was living foul says something about his heart. Especially when one can tell the story cause they're still present. Kudos to the new hustle, the new mindset, the legal grind. I will never doubt his ability to tell a story again.0 He took some moonshine and distilled it into the finest champagne. I was here for it all.
September 7, 2021
Definitely a MUST READ!!!
First let me start by saying this author definitely took a lot to wanna share his life story and the things he went through is incredible!! This story is my first base on true story I have ever read and i can definitely feel and see all the emotions and things as I'm reading. This is why he is THE GOAT in the industry!!! Now...Jarvis went through hell and back all cause he wanted a better life than the environment than what he was born into. His mother is his rock, she is he's everything, their love for each other is definitely how mom and son should love each other. The trials and tribulations and the so-called friends Jarvis have encounter just to want better is heartbroken. This had me going through the emotions from crying to wanting to fight some of them snake a** people.. Can't wait to see what next journey in life will Jarvis have!! Amazing Job👏👏👏👏
First let me start by saying this author definitely took a lot to wanna share his life story and the things he went through is incredible!! This story is my first base on true story I have ever read and i can definitely feel and see all the emotions and things as I'm reading. This is why he is THE GOAT in the industry!!! Now...Jarvis went through hell and back all cause he wanted a better life than the environment than what he was born into. His mother is his rock, she is he's everything, their love for each other is definitely how mom and son should love each other. The trials and tribulations and the so-called friends Jarvis have encounter just to want better is heartbroken. This had me going through the emotions from crying to wanting to fight some of them snake a** people.. Can't wait to see what next journey in life will Jarvis have!! Amazing Job👏👏👏👏
September 7, 2021
Umm!
The book was good and sad. I like how everyone you came in contact with they was giving you a piece of the game don’t think you was honestly listening to them. WHY WOULD YOU GET HIGH OFF YOUR OWN SUPPLY? Number one rule y’all was breaking. You was low key bossy asf and always wanted to be in control of everything.. Everyone you was feeding was definitely not for you. Y’all was low key funny. Why weren’t you and your siblings close? Don’t matter how y’all was living. Loved the love you had for mamma but still looking at u sideways for barely acknowledging you had a daughter most likely in the same city as you an barely seeing her and acting like u didn’t have another kid on the way. Which one of your friends was the snitch (snake)? Really waiting for the movie so I can see everyone that you are still close with. Like to have visuals of characters. Did you work it out with Kimberly and your daughter mother? But all in all was a good read
The book was good and sad. I like how everyone you came in contact with they was giving you a piece of the game don’t think you was honestly listening to them. WHY WOULD YOU GET HIGH OFF YOUR OWN SUPPLY? Number one rule y’all was breaking. You was low key bossy asf and always wanted to be in control of everything.. Everyone you was feeding was definitely not for you. Y’all was low key funny. Why weren’t you and your siblings close? Don’t matter how y’all was living. Loved the love you had for mamma but still looking at u sideways for barely acknowledging you had a daughter most likely in the same city as you an barely seeing her and acting like u didn’t have another kid on the way. Which one of your friends was the snitch (snake)? Really waiting for the movie so I can see everyone that you are still close with. Like to have visuals of characters. Did you work it out with Kimberly and your daughter mother? But all in all was a good read
September 7, 2021
Trials and Tribulations
This book was a eye opener for me. To read someone’s story that grow up so different from what I am a custom to… So many times While reading this book I cried for Jarvis’ situation… sometimes I rejoiced thinking that everything was about to change like the instance in the principals office I for sure thought Jarvis was about to get a free start… after being in the youth facility I wanted him to so get out and start a new life but the devil and streets had a way to always bring him back to the block .
The part with his mother dealing with dementia touched me bc I to have had to deal with that disease in my family and it’s painful to watch someone go through it and there be nothing you can do . I love fact that the author is so transparent with his life and let us in his world with was not always the best view of him but it is who is his and has made him who he is today ….
This book was a eye opener for me. To read someone’s story that grow up so different from what I am a custom to… So many times While reading this book I cried for Jarvis’ situation… sometimes I rejoiced thinking that everything was about to change like the instance in the principals office I for sure thought Jarvis was about to get a free start… after being in the youth facility I wanted him to so get out and start a new life but the devil and streets had a way to always bring him back to the block .
The part with his mother dealing with dementia touched me bc I to have had to deal with that disease in my family and it’s painful to watch someone go through it and there be nothing you can do . I love fact that the author is so transparent with his life and let us in his world with was not always the best view of him but it is who is his and has made him who he is today ….
September 20, 2021
😲😲😲
WOOOWWWW!!! To read this would make you feel sometimes it's just another book. Had to remind myself several times this was his REAL LIFE he was writing about. Had to stop myself from messaging him to ask if he was serious. I felt every emotion he did. I felt every word he lived. It's a hard life out here. I respect all the loyalty he showed to friends and family; that's real. I can't wait for the next part but I'm still coming to grips with knowing that he and many more really have to live this life. Yeah there are people who reach and try to help but for many it's not consistent or they say so because it's the right thing to say in that moment. Im not sure in his case but I KNOW it does happen. I appreciate the glimpse on your pass and look forward to the success of your future!
WOOOWWWW!!! To read this would make you feel sometimes it's just another book. Had to remind myself several times this was his REAL LIFE he was writing about. Had to stop myself from messaging him to ask if he was serious. I felt every emotion he did. I felt every word he lived. It's a hard life out here. I respect all the loyalty he showed to friends and family; that's real. I can't wait for the next part but I'm still coming to grips with knowing that he and many more really have to live this life. Yeah there are people who reach and try to help but for many it's not consistent or they say so because it's the right thing to say in that moment. Im not sure in his case but I KNOW it does happen. I appreciate the glimpse on your pass and look forward to the success of your future!
September 6, 2021
My heart really went out to young Jarvis. He was definitely a product of his circumstances and environment. I can only imagine how difficult this was to write especially reliving his mother's dementia and death. Life gave him lemons and he made lemonade as best as he could. He was a perfect example of when someone wants to do good, but the evil is always present. He doesn't recognize the calling God had on his life even though it's obvious from the first arrest when he opened the bible to Isaiah 43: 1-3 because the devil's voice was always louder. Of all the lessons people taught him when teaching him the game, why didn't anyone tell him not to get high on his own supply. This was a good memoir and I can't wait for part 2 because I have so many questions.
September 7, 2021
Great read
Great read... this book was long but it let us see the trials an struggle a young man had to go through to try to live a better life for his family. Everyday young men go through these things... Jay rock was just a product of his environment. It seemed like he couldnt catch a break... everytime he took 5 steps forward it seemed he was knocked 10 times back. It's like everytime he was ready to step out of the game something pulled him back.. yes i know its real when be say they that demon on their back an he did an it was riding the hell out of it... all in all it was good it helped us see what u went through an it molded you into the man you are today!
Felicia
Great read... this book was long but it let us see the trials an struggle a young man had to go through to try to live a better life for his family. Everyday young men go through these things... Jay rock was just a product of his environment. It seemed like he couldnt catch a break... everytime he took 5 steps forward it seemed he was knocked 10 times back. It's like everytime he was ready to step out of the game something pulled him back.. yes i know its real when be say they that demon on their back an he did an it was riding the hell out of it... all in all it was good it helped us see what u went through an it molded you into the man you are today!
Felicia
September 17, 2021
RAW Life
Okay so I completed this read within the first two days of release. This author has been amazing from the wall to wall street with his company and author's. This book was a complete eye opener of the saying " raised on the wrong side of the tracks". This book taught the experience of being raised upon survival versus raised off of love. I enjoyed the realness, rawness of each character and the loyalty of their characters. The book expressed raw experiences that a person who's raised on survival live by day to day. I enjoyed that despite how hard J-Rock went in the streets his love, care, loyalty for his mom was always undying she was a lady of zero understanding when it came to her son. Definitely a must read with open eyes mind and heart.
Okay so I completed this read within the first two days of release. This author has been amazing from the wall to wall street with his company and author's. This book was a complete eye opener of the saying " raised on the wrong side of the tracks". This book taught the experience of being raised upon survival versus raised off of love. I enjoyed the realness, rawness of each character and the loyalty of their characters. The book expressed raw experiences that a person who's raised on survival live by day to day. I enjoyed that despite how hard J-Rock went in the streets his love, care, loyalty for his mom was always undying she was a lady of zero understanding when it came to her son. Definitely a must read with open eyes mind and heart.
September 6, 2021
If a hard head makes a soft ass was a person it would be Jarvis Hardwick... anything good that was told to him he sought out a different plan...Cain was definitely his ride or die...I don't trust Prince any more and my trust for Big Bear is diminishing....Jarvis mom was definitely his biggest support system even with all she was going through...losing her and gaining Kimberly should have been a great wake up call hut as usual Jarvis missed it because he is a prime example of "the love of money is the root of all evil"....I hope this herion od allows him to start getting his shit together
Thank you for allowing us intimately into your life...I can't wait to read book 2
Thank you for allowing us intimately into your life...I can't wait to read book 2
September 9, 2021
Incredible
A young boy not being able to experience life like other children with both parents in house. His father played the back round while mom played front and back for her baby boy. Jarvis knew thing was different for him but kids in neighborhood or school made it any easy. But he knew one day life will change for him didn’t care how and when. Jarvis experience some Difficult times in his life and he want better for him and mom being sick was hard on him and time pass making moves and friends become a distant cause they didn’t know what loyalty was. People copy its very good very open about his life and your be happy to read it
A young boy not being able to experience life like other children with both parents in house. His father played the back round while mom played front and back for her baby boy. Jarvis knew thing was different for him but kids in neighborhood or school made it any easy. But he knew one day life will change for him didn’t care how and when. Jarvis experience some Difficult times in his life and he want better for him and mom being sick was hard on him and time pass making moves and friends become a distant cause they didn’t know what loyalty was. People copy its very good very open about his life and your be happy to read it
September 18, 2021
Wow!
This was quite an interesting and emotional read and I absolutely can’t wait to read the next part. Being that I live in Augusta, Georgia, I was able to visualize each scene as I was reading it. Also growing up in a single mother household, I know firsthand how a mother prays for her child and still loses them to the streets. This book was well written and flowed well. I was impressed at the way that JayRock carried himself as a young black male and can only wish that some our other young men can read this book, just to know that all things are possible, especially with a praying mother.
This was quite an interesting and emotional read and I absolutely can’t wait to read the next part. Being that I live in Augusta, Georgia, I was able to visualize each scene as I was reading it. Also growing up in a single mother household, I know firsthand how a mother prays for her child and still loses them to the streets. This book was well written and flowed well. I was impressed at the way that JayRock carried himself as a young black male and can only wish that some our other young men can read this book, just to know that all things are possible, especially with a praying mother.
December 11, 2021
Fantastic!
The writer gives us a compelling story of a young man from the start of his life ,has to navigate it like an adult. Through out this story we see greatness in Jarvis and we also get a look at the child who just wants to be carefree and able to be just him. The writing is spot on and moves at a pace that keeps you so very interested, that you want to know what happens to Jarvis and his crew.There are moments when the writer gives is glimpses of.scenes so good that you have to sometimes go back and read it again. This is story that reads like you are front and center for all the events in the story .
The writer gives us a compelling story of a young man from the start of his life ,has to navigate it like an adult. Through out this story we see greatness in Jarvis and we also get a look at the child who just wants to be carefree and able to be just him. The writing is spot on and moves at a pace that keeps you so very interested, that you want to know what happens to Jarvis and his crew.There are moments when the writer gives is glimpses of.scenes so good that you have to sometimes go back and read it again. This is story that reads like you are front and center for all the events in the story .
September 5, 2021
Awesome 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
This book had me tune in like I was watching a movie. I can't believe all the snakes that were around Jarvis that call themselves his friends. You have to watch the company you keep and the people you look at as friends that know your business. I love the way Ms. Bessie didn't play about her baby boy no matter what happened she still love and protected him. Even though they didn't have anything she didn't want him out there risking his life and freedom. I can't wait for part two.
This book had me tune in like I was watching a movie. I can't believe all the snakes that were around Jarvis that call themselves his friends. You have to watch the company you keep and the people you look at as friends that know your business. I love the way Ms. Bessie didn't play about her baby boy no matter what happened she still love and protected him. Even though they didn't have anything she didn't want him out there risking his life and freedom. I can't wait for part two.
September 8, 2021
The life of a hustler
Really it ended like that? I can’t wait to read part 2 Jarvis had a lot going on he just couldn’t shake the streets they had a hold of him. I felt like I was right there with him. I cried I got mad and I was ready to fight. Jarvis was determined to make it by any means loss after loss and he kept going. At this point I am asking for Jarvis who is a friend and who is a foe of you haven’t read this book you need to get to it cause babe the life of a hustler is a crazy one.
Really it ended like that? I can’t wait to read part 2 Jarvis had a lot going on he just couldn’t shake the streets they had a hold of him. I felt like I was right there with him. I cried I got mad and I was ready to fight. Jarvis was determined to make it by any means loss after loss and he kept going. At this point I am asking for Jarvis who is a friend and who is a foe of you haven’t read this book you need to get to it cause babe the life of a hustler is a crazy one.
October 2, 2021
Satisfied Reader
This story reminds me of my brother and our struggles growing up in the projects. Jarvis did what he had to do to eat. He had a heart that was cold but was genuine at the same time. The streets definitely ain’t for the weak and everything can be gone with a blink of an eye. Reading this book had me feeling like I was living in this story,being able to relate. Jarvis has the world on his shoulders and his decisions are cloudy. Will there be a rainbow at the end of his storms.
This story reminds me of my brother and our struggles growing up in the projects. Jarvis did what he had to do to eat. He had a heart that was cold but was genuine at the same time. The streets definitely ain’t for the weak and everything can be gone with a blink of an eye. Reading this book had me feeling like I was living in this story,being able to relate. Jarvis has the world on his shoulders and his decisions are cloudy. Will there be a rainbow at the end of his storms.
October 26, 2021
Enthralling
Sometimes your circumstances in life chooses you good or bad. This was truly a gripping biography of ones life
Getting it out the mud was an understatement for Jarvis hardwick life. He hadn't to get it, maintain it and keep it with the weight of the world on his shoulders as a young black male in the south. This was a well written detailed account of what Jarvis life was like in the south like so many others in the south . This story was Deep as ones life could get. Great Read! 💪🏿💪🏿
Sometimes your circumstances in life chooses you good or bad. This was truly a gripping biography of ones life
Getting it out the mud was an understatement for Jarvis hardwick life. He hadn't to get it, maintain it and keep it with the weight of the world on his shoulders as a young black male in the south. This was a well written detailed account of what Jarvis life was like in the south like so many others in the south . This story was Deep as ones life could get. Great Read! 💪🏿💪🏿
September 6, 2021
Very interesting
This book shows that it’s easy to become a product of our environment, without the right people in your life. I recommend this book to young African American men. Your children need you! Jarvis was fighting demons since he was a youth, the bond that him and his Mom had was great. Sad that dad wasn’t active in his life, maybe if he was he wouldn’t have had to grow up so soon. Thank you for sharing your life with us, looking forward to part 2.
This book shows that it’s easy to become a product of our environment, without the right people in your life. I recommend this book to young African American men. Your children need you! Jarvis was fighting demons since he was a youth, the bond that him and his Mom had was great. Sad that dad wasn’t active in his life, maybe if he was he wouldn’t have had to grow up so soon. Thank you for sharing your life with us, looking forward to part 2.
September 6, 2021
Must Read!!!
Jarvis really had rough coming up in life. I believe his intentions were good but the devil riding him and leading down the wrong path. It's like he couldn't catch a break. Then with what happened to his mom, he given up on life and didn't care anymore. He trying to please everybody and make sure everyone was taking care of. The weight was on his shoulders. This was an emotional rollercoaster but also funny in some parts. I can't wait for part 2.
Jarvis really had rough coming up in life. I believe his intentions were good but the devil riding him and leading down the wrong path. It's like he couldn't catch a break. Then with what happened to his mom, he given up on life and didn't care anymore. He trying to please everybody and make sure everyone was taking care of. The weight was on his shoulders. This was an emotional rollercoaster but also funny in some parts. I can't wait for part 2.
September 7, 2021
A Tousand Stars
I couldn't put this book down. Thank you for sharing your heart, life, especially your mom having dementia. I took care of my with dementia. She passed March of this year. I hadnt grieved her leaving this side of the earth. That is until I read this book. I haven't grieved her completely. However,, this book did start the process for me. I just know there's going to be another book to this. I'm waiting 😇
I couldn't put this book down. Thank you for sharing your heart, life, especially your mom having dementia. I took care of my with dementia. She passed March of this year. I hadnt grieved her leaving this side of the earth. That is until I read this book. I haven't grieved her completely. However,, this book did start the process for me. I just know there's going to be another book to this. I'm waiting 😇
September 9, 2021
Life in the AUG
This is a real eye opener to what living the fast life brings. Raw, uncut, and emotional drama. One would expect that as soon as you're able to remove yourself from a certain environment, you would. But sometimes, when you're so comfortable because that's all you know, living a better life is scary because you feel like you don't deserve it. Or the fear of the unknown refuses to allow you to move forward. Either way, Jarvis exemplifies this whole heartedly throughout this biographical story of his life. Prepare to be shocked, disappointed, hurt, angry, and still have hope in your heart for this lost soul.
This is a real eye opener to what living the fast life brings. Raw, uncut, and emotional drama. One would expect that as soon as you're able to remove yourself from a certain environment, you would. But sometimes, when you're so comfortable because that's all you know, living a better life is scary because you feel like you don't deserve it. Or the fear of the unknown refuses to allow you to move forward. Either way, Jarvis exemplifies this whole heartedly throughout this biographical story of his life. Prepare to be shocked, disappointed, hurt, angry, and still have hope in your heart for this lost soul.
September 8, 2021
Really good
Wow this book was crazy especially the ending what will happen next it was sad what happened to the mother that was really said especially her not remember much all the time dang Jarvis done got locked up so many times good thing he didn't see no football numbers the way the cops was on him all the time I just hope he be able to claim down the voices he hear..can't wait to read the next one
Wow this book was crazy especially the ending what will happen next it was sad what happened to the mother that was really said especially her not remember much all the time dang Jarvis done got locked up so many times good thing he didn't see no football numbers the way the cops was on him all the time I just hope he be able to claim down the voices he hear..can't wait to read the next one
September 8, 2021
Loved it ❤❤❤
This book real brought me to tears to my eyes I hope he turns this into a movie I felt so bad for young jarvis all he wanted to do was give him & his mom Bessie a better life & take care of his mom from boy home to jail he couldn't catch a break like him & his nephew Caine relationship they were close like brothers I hope he can get those voices out of his head I can't wait to read part 2
This book real brought me to tears to my eyes I hope he turns this into a movie I felt so bad for young jarvis all he wanted to do was give him & his mom Bessie a better life & take care of his mom from boy home to jail he couldn't catch a break like him & his nephew Caine relationship they were close like brothers I hope he can get those voices out of his head I can't wait to read part 2
September 12, 2021
Wow, even though you were living in poverty, the game you chose to learn and become a part of is a dangerous life style. At every turn it was showing you that it wasn't for you but being hard headed and wanting out of the poverty help keep your feet planted in the game. I don't understand the not being there for your child because not growing up with your father should have helped you by doing the stuff you wanted from him.
September 24, 2021
The thrill is gone
Ready for part tow, Jarvis is going through so many trials and tribulations just to have more money. The money that he’s running to has demons and demonic shadows attached to it. Truly hope he finds his way and straighten up because the path he is taken is killing him. Great storyline and story. Your story is heartfelt but going through the things your going through will cause you to be on stronger and learn lessons that you never knew you needed
Ready for part tow, Jarvis is going through so many trials and tribulations just to have more money. The money that he’s running to has demons and demonic shadows attached to it. Truly hope he finds his way and straighten up because the path he is taken is killing him. Great storyline and story. Your story is heartfelt but going through the things your going through will cause you to be on stronger and learn lessons that you never knew you needed
October 2, 2021
a must read 🔥🔥
I really enjoy this memoir it gave me chills and insights in Cole life this story gives me chills no matter what you do in life you have to make decisions that will make you a better person and with this story there is no fake mess here only real and this what makes a good book and a great Author I can’t wait for Part 2 to read more about this amazing Author life
I really enjoy this memoir it gave me chills and insights in Cole life this story gives me chills no matter what you do in life you have to make decisions that will make you a better person and with this story there is no fake mess here only real and this what makes a good book and a great Author I can’t wait for Part 2 to read more about this amazing Author life
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