Ashley Antoinette Coleman scrive con un innato senso della strada, addentrandosi in narrazioni piene di crimini che catturano i lettori. Il suo lavoro è caratterizzato da una qualità cruda e viscerale, che le permette di creare storie avvincenti. Con un talento per la creazione di personaggi dinamici e mondi immersivi, Coleman si è affermata come una voce significativa nella narrativa contemporanea.
"As a painter travels the world, he also mourns the death of his queen, his wife. He is secluded from the world and finds an escape through his art. Not until he gets an unexpected knock at his door does his life take a drastic turn. The guest presents a problem that traps the painter inside the home, and his quiet suburban estate becomes the devil's playground. The painter is then thrown into a psychological game that has twists and turns, leading to an unforeseeable ending. This thrilling, plot-twisting tale will change your views on storytelling forever."-- Provided by publisher
Morgan Atkins faces a pivotal choice among three men vying for her heart. As she navigates her feelings, she must determine if Messiah can redeem himself, whether Ahmeek is merely a rebound or a genuine connection, and if Bash has any hope of winning her affection. This story explores themes of love, redemption, and the complexities of relationships as Morgan seeks the one who truly holds the key to her heart.
This dark, suspenseful tale by New York Times bestseller JaQuavis Coleman is an urban love story with an unforgettable conclusion. A man’s quest to escape his past life is an uphill battle. After seeking a Cuban voodoo doctor to receive a spiritual advantage on his upcoming court case, Saint opens Pandora’s box. The Santeria voodoo seemed to work, but at what cost? Saint’s dangerous visit to Cuba comes with much more than he anticipated as he enters an underground secret society of high stakes gambling. He gets tangled in a web of heinous crimes, money games, and backstabbing. Torn between a woman he meets in Cuba and his wife at home, Saint finds himself embroiled in an intricate plan, which threatens his freedom and everything that he has worked for. Lines are crossed, both internationally and morally.
Life has never been easy for Ethic. Since he was a young boy he has battled loss after loss while struggling to navigate through a treacherous world. When he met Alani Lenika Hill he knew that he had met the woman who would love him back to life. They have weathered a storm together and their love is so fated that neither want to let it go, but it seems their bubble of happiness is an illusion because life around them is falling apart. When Morgan Atkins attempts suicide, their bliss is shattered. So much is on the line. So many things hang in the balance as Morgan fights for her life. Her broken heart has led her to this, but if she dies, the soul of Ethic's family will be buried with her. In this heart pounding series fans have been written into a world of love, lust, anger, sadness, joy, gate and most of all growth. Hold on tight for another installment of this epic love story told in such a poignant way that it's hard to distinguish the real world from the one in your head. Welcome back to the Ethic Effect
"Ethic is fighting for love. Alani is everything he has ever wanted in a woman, but with tragedy haunting them it is a constant struggle to stay on the same team. Everything between them is an uphill battle and Ethic is willing to do anything to atone for his sins. Alani isn't as perfect as she seems. When he discovers her hidden truths his world is thrown into chaos. With Messiah missing in action and Morgan running from the ghosts that love has left behind, Ethic's family has never been more fragile. There are missing pieces and he wonders if there will ever be a time when everyone he loves can pull a seat up to his table. With deception and treachery lurking, the Okafor Family may never find the happy ending they've been praying for. In this farewell book, Ashley Antoinette puts this beautiful character to rest. Walk with her as Ethic battles for his life and the safety of his legacy one final time"--Back cover
Haunted by his past after a tragic mistake, Ethic strives to become a better man while raising three children, including his rebellious teenage daughter, Morgan. When Morgan's vulnerability draws him back into the dangerous world he left behind, Ethic must confront his past and navigate the complexities of love and power. The story explores themes of redemption, family dynamics, and the lengths a father will go to protect his child.
The port of Miami brings in millions of dollars’ worth of cocaine every year, and the Cartel controls eighty percent of it. The Diamond family is a force to be reckoned with, but all hell breaks loose when they lose their leader. The most ruthless gangster Miami has ever seen, Carter Diamond, leaves behind a wife, twin sons, a daughter, and a secret. The secret is his illegitimate son, Carter Jones. When young Carter learns of his father’s death, he comes to town and is introduced to the legacy of the Cartel Miamor is a woman who uses her beauty to enhance her skill as a contract killer. She is the leader of The Murder Mamas. When her crew is hired to take down the Cartel, they get caught slipping, and Miamor loses her sister in the process. She is determined to get revenge. Unknowingly, she meets the son of Carter Diamond, and he immediately catches her heart. She is sleeping with the enemy, and when she finds out, she is torn between love and revenge. Thus begins the saga of the Cartel, the New York Times bestselling series by street lit superstars Ashley & Jaquavis. Every book in the series is full of their trademark fast-paced drama, deceit, and plot twists that will leave you shocked. Now fans can relive the story of the Diamond family in this deluxe edition, with books one through three all under one cover.
With reign over the city's drug trade, Benjamin Atkins made sure that his precious daughter, Raven, was secluded from the gritty city. But when Raven's young heart gets claimed by Mizan, a kid in search of a come-up, there's nothing Benjamin can do about losing her to the streets. Puppy love always feels right, but when hugs and kisses turn to bloody lips and black eyes, she realizes that Mizan is not who she thought he was. Raven becomes desperate for a way out, but this time, Daddy can't save her. What will she do, when the only way out is in a coffin?
In this gripping and heart-wrenching story, you will meet Sean. He was raised by a hustling, well-connected mother and was taught early about street survival. When his mother is brutally murdered, Sean is thrust into a cold world all alone. An old friend of his mother takes Sean under his wing and introduces him to a life of drug dealing at its highest level. Sean becomes “King Sean” and rises up the drug game’s totem pole. King Sean makes a solid name for himself in the street game. The only weakness he has ever had is a childhood friend and also the love of his life—a beauty named Sunny. Sunny has a struggle with drugs, and along her road to recovery, Sean falls victim to the vice as well. His life is slowly headed on a downward spiral, and his decline from street fame is filled with murder, lies, backstabbing, and a struggle to survive. Walk on the journey with Sunny and Sean as they hit rock bottom and steal, lie, and deceive in their struggle with addiction. Someone dies . . . but not until the end is the truth unveiled. New York Times bestseller JaQuavis Coleman pens an intricate, fast-paced street thriller that tells a bold story of true love, addiction, and murder. Read about The Day the Streets Stood Still.
Leah has been trying for years to get rid of her competition, and all her crazy scheming has finally paid off—or so she thinks. Now that YaYa is out of the picture, she’s ready to step into her shoes and have the life she always dreamed of. The scars that she earned in the fire almost seem worth it if they mean she’ll finally be able to have all the money, the family, and most importantly, to have Indie’s love to herself. There’s only one problem. Disaya Morgan isn’t dead. She survived the fire too, and she’s healing under the watchful eye of one very powerful woman who’s ready to help put YaYa on top. With her newfound connections, YaYa could have Leah taken out with the snap of her fingers—but that’s not good enough for her. The only way YaYa can battle the demons that are still haunting her is to finish Leah off herself. YaYa is out for blood. There can only be one winner, and these two are on a collision course that could send one of them straight to hell. Ashley Antoinette is back and better than ever with the third installment of The Prada Plan series. A case of mistaken identity left readers reeling at the end of part 2, but part 3 is a heart-pounding saga that will leave you breathless.
