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Blue Obstacles
Blue Obstacles is a story of firsts pinpointing the memorable transitional times from prepubescence to youth to young adult.
Blue’s evolution begins as an innocent adolescent with a strong affinity for football. She quickly learns life’s twists and turns are never predictable, beginning with navigating the bumpy roads of love and lust with popular basketball star, Jason. Luckily for her, she has two best friends on this crazy journey, and the trio does whatever it takes to keep each other grounded.
Through thick and thin as well as laughter and tears, Blue learns the true meanings of friendship, family, and love. As Blue and the girls embark on the many adventures being youthful and carefree has to offer, she begins to realize maybe she has bitten off more than she can chew. When the love of her life gets himself involved with a crew who’s out for revenge that he knows nothing about, Blue must decide how far she will go for love.
Blinded by this unconventional fusion, Blue makes a series of shaky decisions which can possibly lead her down a questionable road. Will she remain on track with her dreams and aspirations, or will she allow life to derail her and take hold of the steering wheel?
Blue’s evolution begins as an innocent adolescent with a strong affinity for football. She quickly learns life’s twists and turns are never predictable, beginning with navigating the bumpy roads of love and lust with popular basketball star, Jason. Luckily for her, she has two best friends on this crazy journey, and the trio does whatever it takes to keep each other grounded.
Through thick and thin as well as laughter and tears, Blue learns the true meanings of friendship, family, and love. As Blue and the girls embark on the many adventures being youthful and carefree has to offer, she begins to realize maybe she has bitten off more than she can chew. When the love of her life gets himself involved with a crew who’s out for revenge that he knows nothing about, Blue must decide how far she will go for love.
Blinded by this unconventional fusion, Blue makes a series of shaky decisions which can possibly lead her down a questionable road. Will she remain on track with her dreams and aspirations, or will she allow life to derail her and take hold of the steering wheel?
252 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 22, 2022
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February 8, 2024
This book was so good. The was a coming of age story of a high school crew. The haves and the have nots on a smaller scale. I loved the friendship between Stacey, Blue and Dominique. It's a story of identity, loyalty and heart mixed with the beginnings of first love and life's choices. There was a lot going on but the pacing was nice. The story flowed it and did not feel cluttered. I loved the parents coming together. I just liked the story.
I was stuck screaming, RRRAAAAYYYYYYY! The end made me stand up from my desk. It is a cliff hanger so beware.
I was stuck screaming, RRRAAAAYYYYYYY! The end made me stand up from my desk. It is a cliff hanger so beware.
October 24, 2022
Enjoyed…
I am really a huge fan of Blue and Jason 😩. I think they are a cute couple that deserve to be together, even though said couple hasn’t realized it lol. The sisterly bond between Blue, Dom, and Stacey is what’s up. Great job Z. Can’t wait to read book two.
T
I am really a huge fan of Blue and Jason 😩. I think they are a cute couple that deserve to be together, even though said couple hasn’t realized it lol. The sisterly bond between Blue, Dom, and Stacey is what’s up. Great job Z. Can’t wait to read book two.
T
September 24, 2022
Great Debut!
When you’re young, poor choices and bad decision-making are to be expected. But when the consequences of those choices result in some very adult-like situations, that’s where it gets complicated. What started out as a cute coming of age story...got very real, quick, fast and in a hurry for Blue, Stacey, Dominique, and Jason. And only time will tell if the lure of the streets that infiltrated their innocence will prove to be the one obstacle that not everyone in their lives will recover from! With a cliff-hanger ending that will leave the reader anticipating what will happen next, this was a well developed story, and nicely done for the author’s first release.
When you’re young, poor choices and bad decision-making are to be expected. But when the consequences of those choices result in some very adult-like situations, that’s where it gets complicated. What started out as a cute coming of age story...got very real, quick, fast and in a hurry for Blue, Stacey, Dominique, and Jason. And only time will tell if the lure of the streets that infiltrated their innocence will prove to be the one obstacle that not everyone in their lives will recover from! With a cliff-hanger ending that will leave the reader anticipating what will happen next, this was a well developed story, and nicely done for the author’s first release.
September 24, 2022
🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
It was an vast joy to read this! The talent exhibited throughout this novel does not suggest the book is a debut novel. Reading stories about young love always remind me of summer love, summer fairs, and sneaking around. Zakiya is well on her way to wowing the masses and having a bestselling series.
It was an vast joy to read this! The talent exhibited throughout this novel does not suggest the book is a debut novel. Reading stories about young love always remind me of summer love, summer fairs, and sneaking around. Zakiya is well on her way to wowing the masses and having a bestselling series.
November 5, 2022
This Girl !
First I need to bop Zakiya up side her head for how she ended this book. There were several other places where she could have said to be continued 😀. The characters were well written but the suttle hints were not necessary. For a first book it kept my attention and I’m looking forward to what’s next for Blue and the crew j
First I need to bop Zakiya up side her head for how she ended this book. There were several other places where she could have said to be continued 😀. The characters were well written but the suttle hints were not necessary. For a first book it kept my attention and I’m looking forward to what’s next for Blue and the crew j
December 6, 2023
excellent
While reading this, I got ALL the feels! I love that I was able to grow with the characters, from middle to high school. I witnessed them encounter everyday problems and handle them realistically. The writing is simply SUPERB! I’m hooked! Please please please build your catalog! I need more, ASAP.
While reading this, I got ALL the feels! I love that I was able to grow with the characters, from middle to high school. I witnessed them encounter everyday problems and handle them realistically. The writing is simply SUPERB! I’m hooked! Please please please build your catalog! I need more, ASAP.
February 4, 2025
story was so goooood. the book takes place over several years and you really feel yourself watching the characters grow up. descriptions of feelings, and first time experiences were spot-on, making it super relatable. ends with a cliffhanger, will definitely be reading the second book soon.
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April 4, 2026
Good Story
This was a good story. Blue and Jason were cute. I loved how Stacey and Blue became best friends so quickly. The kids were always into something and it is amazing how much freedom they had. I can’t wait to read the follow up story for Blue and Jason.
This was a good story. Blue and Jason were cute. I loved how Stacey and Blue became best friends so quickly. The kids were always into something and it is amazing how much freedom they had. I can’t wait to read the follow up story for Blue and Jason.
September 27, 2022
So good!
I love a coming of age story and this book did not disappoint for this to be this author's debut novel. She did an amazing job. I cannot wait for part two
I love a coming of age story and this book did not disappoint for this to be this author's debut novel. She did an amazing job. I cannot wait for part two
October 23, 2022
Good Read
I loved Blue. Very strong young lady and never compromising for what she wanted. Now this ending!! Cliff hanger for sure so beware! Was not expecting that!!
I loved Blue. Very strong young lady and never compromising for what she wanted. Now this ending!! Cliff hanger for sure so beware! Was not expecting that!!
October 29, 2022
enjoyed
I usually don’t reach for ya fiction but this was so entertaining and enjoyable. I’m excited to read the next installment
I usually don’t reach for ya fiction but this was so entertaining and enjoyable. I’m excited to read the next installment
March 16, 2024
Based on the info on the first page I thought I was reading a book that would go through at least 10 years. They start at 12 and the book finishes with them at 16.
Not a based story but I think this is meant for teenage readers.
Not a based story but I think this is meant for teenage readers.
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