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Trenton Innocent Barnes receives a life sentence for his role in the execution of a rival enemy. With the help from his family, he is determined not to let that stop him. Enter youngest sibling Prentice who has a promising future, getting ready to graduate from college and plays football for a local semi-pro team. Unfortunately for Prentice, he has been given the sole responsibility by his brother and ailing father to not only take over the family business, but convince his newly-acquired crew and enemies that he is up to the challenge. Choices have been made. Sides have been chosen. What will be the end result? Clearly a page turner and a storyline that will keep the reader s eyes wide with anticipation, REPRESENT is not only about two brothers and the choices they make. It is about family honor, the inner strength to avoid peer pressure and the repercussions of ill-fated choices. This most recent novel by David L. tackles everything from police corruption to deception amongst peers with precision and accuracy.
240 pages, Paperback
First published August 27, 2010
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About the author
David L.
16 books9 followersDavid L., author and publisher, holds a Bachelors Degree in Communications and Human Relations and a Masters Degree in Social Work with a concentration in clinical administration.
His first release entitled “Over Your Dead Body” is set in present-day New York, written in character-specific dialogue. His novel stands alone in two ways: First, it provides a passionate backdrop of just how fragile an institution like marriage can be. Secondly, it clearly reveals that there is indeed – a thin line between love and hate.
His second release entitled “Chalk Outline Confessions” is a serial killer non-stop thriller which cleverly details just how far a woman will go in which she has been scorned by her deceased and double-crossing spouse.
His third release entitled “My Life Is A Movie” chronicles a high school senior getting ready to graduate, doing her best to avoid all of the customary and ritualistic pitfalls that often plague that age range. Every parent, care provider andconcerned adult should purchase this for that special young person in their life.
His fourth and most recent release, “Represent” captures the realism of the streets and family values and answers that age old question: when is it alright to turn your back on those that raised you? Two brothers, one living the life of the streets, and the other, a path of academics come to a crossroads when older sibling receives a life sentence for his role in the murder of one of his peers. What does younger brother do? Continue on with his life of positivity? Or seek revenge for his brother on those that set him up in the first place?
David L. has authored several published articles relating to race relations; "How To" articles in becoming a self-published author. David L. is also very active in his community and participates in public speaking engagements with various schools and foster care agencies."
His first release entitled “Over Your Dead Body” is set in present-day New York, written in character-specific dialogue. His novel stands alone in two ways: First, it provides a passionate backdrop of just how fragile an institution like marriage can be. Secondly, it clearly reveals that there is indeed – a thin line between love and hate.
His second release entitled “Chalk Outline Confessions” is a serial killer non-stop thriller which cleverly details just how far a woman will go in which she has been scorned by her deceased and double-crossing spouse.
His third release entitled “My Life Is A Movie” chronicles a high school senior getting ready to graduate, doing her best to avoid all of the customary and ritualistic pitfalls that often plague that age range. Every parent, care provider andconcerned adult should purchase this for that special young person in their life.
His fourth and most recent release, “Represent” captures the realism of the streets and family values and answers that age old question: when is it alright to turn your back on those that raised you? Two brothers, one living the life of the streets, and the other, a path of academics come to a crossroads when older sibling receives a life sentence for his role in the murder of one of his peers. What does younger brother do? Continue on with his life of positivity? Or seek revenge for his brother on those that set him up in the first place?
David L. has authored several published articles relating to race relations; "How To" articles in becoming a self-published author. David L. is also very active in his community and participates in public speaking engagements with various schools and foster care agencies."
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December 26, 2010
You'll Never Know Unless You Try,
Enter Prentis Barnes, a college student with a passion for football. Misunderstood by the rest of his family, Prentis strives to perform well in school. The Barnes family has an empire that reaches far and wide, but the family business is the furthest thing from his mind. Although his father and brother are constantly pressuring Prentis to show allegiance to the family, forget school, and join the business, he still sticks to his guns and stays in school.
Tragedy strikes the family as Prentis' father and brother aren't able to run the business any longer. Prentis reluctantly steps up to the plate and takes the reins of the empire. Although Prentis is inexperienced, he vows to keep the business alive. First, he surrounds himself with the best team money can buy and he lets friends and foes alike know that he is a force to be reckoned with. In turn Prentis is successful beyond his wildest imagination.
As time goes on, Prentis begins to wonder if there's more to life than hustling, He has enemies at every turn and he is beginning to question if it's really worth it? Is Prentis going to take the business to the next level? Or will he decide the let it all go and live a normal life? Will any of his enemies catch him slipping? Will he be able to stay alive long enough to make a decision?
In "Represent," David L. takes readers on a wild ride and adventure. He brings a raw, gritty edge to the harsh realities of people who choose to live in the fast lane urban life. "Represent" is a satisfying page turner. During the whole book you're going to cheer for Prentis, but will he be able to represent? Kudos to David L. for a job well done.
Reviewed by: Anna
Enter Prentis Barnes, a college student with a passion for football. Misunderstood by the rest of his family, Prentis strives to perform well in school. The Barnes family has an empire that reaches far and wide, but the family business is the furthest thing from his mind. Although his father and brother are constantly pressuring Prentis to show allegiance to the family, forget school, and join the business, he still sticks to his guns and stays in school.
Tragedy strikes the family as Prentis' father and brother aren't able to run the business any longer. Prentis reluctantly steps up to the plate and takes the reins of the empire. Although Prentis is inexperienced, he vows to keep the business alive. First, he surrounds himself with the best team money can buy and he lets friends and foes alike know that he is a force to be reckoned with. In turn Prentis is successful beyond his wildest imagination.
As time goes on, Prentis begins to wonder if there's more to life than hustling, He has enemies at every turn and he is beginning to question if it's really worth it? Is Prentis going to take the business to the next level? Or will he decide the let it all go and live a normal life? Will any of his enemies catch him slipping? Will he be able to stay alive long enough to make a decision?
In "Represent," David L. takes readers on a wild ride and adventure. He brings a raw, gritty edge to the harsh realities of people who choose to live in the fast lane urban life. "Represent" is a satisfying page turner. During the whole book you're going to cheer for Prentis, but will he be able to represent? Kudos to David L. for a job well done.
Reviewed by: Anna
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