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Heated: An Urban Dramedy
Jerilyn desperately wants a better life for her family, but with her mother locked up and her unpredictable sister, she finds that she is always in an uphill battle. Finally, she gets a little break, but her baby daddy and his criminal ways are determined not to see her succeed. Cursed with early menopause, she finds herself in one hot mess. Jerilyn must rely on her wits and her faith, not only for the sake of her kids, but ultimately to save her life.
202 pages, Paperback
Published June 1, 2017
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June 14, 2019
It’s A Page Tuner!
Author JC Gardner surely gave us, the readers a thrilling page turner. This book kicks off with high drama and ends brilliantly. You have to keep up because every story piece matters especially when you get to the ending. I love a book that wheels you in to the point where you have figured it out and anticipate the ending act.
It’s urban and it really shows the disparity in dysfunctional parenting. I would definitely tell anyone that this would be a phenomenal Summer read!
Can’t wait to see if there’s a part two!
Author JC Gardner surely gave us, the readers a thrilling page turner. This book kicks off with high drama and ends brilliantly. You have to keep up because every story piece matters especially when you get to the ending. I love a book that wheels you in to the point where you have figured it out and anticipate the ending act.
It’s urban and it really shows the disparity in dysfunctional parenting. I would definitely tell anyone that this would be a phenomenal Summer read!
Can’t wait to see if there’s a part two!
July 16, 2020
Such a good read!
It's been a long time since I've read a fiction book. It's been even longer since I've finished a book. This was such an entertaining read. I laughed and (almost) cried. I don't watch much TV, but this book was definitely a show. Happy endings always do it for me! 💜
It's been a long time since I've read a fiction book. It's been even longer since I've finished a book. This was such an entertaining read. I laughed and (almost) cried. I don't watch much TV, but this book was definitely a show. Happy endings always do it for me! 💜
August 24, 2025
At 135 pages, this is a super quick, engaging read. Short chapters, dual-POV, fast pacing, and twists you won’t see coming make it hard to put down. You’ll also find diverse characters, a faith-based FMC, disability representation, and a cohesive, dramatic plot. I loved this one!
July 13, 2018
Gripping! Hard to put down. Wonderfully written.
May 20, 2022
Great Read
Even in the drama of this book laughter was around the corner. Excellent interpretation from the writer on the thoughts of the characters while they’re trying to figure life out. I’d recommend this book to anyone looking for a different representation of a rags to riches story. A true dramedy!
Even in the drama of this book laughter was around the corner. Excellent interpretation from the writer on the thoughts of the characters while they’re trying to figure life out. I’d recommend this book to anyone looking for a different representation of a rags to riches story. A true dramedy!
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