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Last Updated: Jul 27th, 2010

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>> Two The Hard Way

>> Inside Rain

>> Hudson's Crossing

>> Island of Deceit

>> The Plunge: The Fate Of A Paragon

>> Cassandra's Curse: A Black Life In A Police State

>> Sweeter Than The Honey

>> Given

>> Sins Of The Mother

>> Hush

TRR Favorite Books Reviewed

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Two The Hard Way by Travis Hunter

After Kwame and Romeo’s mother abandoned them, they went to live with their grandmother who is affectionately called Nana.  Romeo, the youngest of the two, idolized his older brother and when he went to prison for a crime he didn’t commit, Romeo’s world went to pieces.  It was easy to get caught up in the streets, but Romeo focused on being the star quarterback at his high school, hanging out with his militant midget, best friend Amir, and Kwame’s pending release. 

Inside Rain by Monique D. Mensah

Rain, a neo-soul spoken word artist, resides in a two-level flat with her siblings, Carmen and Danny.  Her relationship with her sister, who is a drug addict, and her brother, who has anger management issues, is strained because they feel she has always been the favorite of their mother and grandmother. Rain suffers from bad dreams and a suppressed memory of the events of her mother’s murder of which she was a witness.  As each dream becomes more real, she starts to remember the details of the horrific crime.  Her grandmother feels this is therapeutic for her and it will be the key to unlocking the mental trauma Rain has experienced since the murder.  However, the painful memory may be too much for Rain to bear.  

Hudson's Crossing by Altonya Washington

When Riley Stamper is invited by Asher Hudson to discuss an article she has written about his sports agency, she is not prepared for the request he makes of her. Ashers claim is that the article nearly cost him the reputation of his business, but Rileys stance is firmshe is not apologizing for publishing an article backed up by thorough research done on her part. In light of the serious matter at hand, the attraction sizzles in the air between them. The powerful pull leads them to endure a long distance relationship which tests their patience and their love. Asher wants Riley to move to Phoenix with him permanently. It would seem that marriage is the solution, but both have careers theyve worked so hard for and so the stress of living apart takes a toll on this ambitious couple. Will the emotional baggage and past secrets get the best of them before they get their priorities in order? 

Island of Deceit by Candice Poarch

In the latest addition to the Quest for the Golden Bowl series, we travel with Barbara Turner to Paradise Island, the home of her deceased grandmother, Dorsey. It was always Dorsey’s plan to return to her homeland but those plans quickly changed when she was swindled out of most of her life savings then found dead in her home.  The police called Dorsey’s death an accident but Barbara knows it was murder and she’s determined to avenge her death.  The swindlers, Elliot Stone and his wife Minerva, move on to their next victim who just so happens to live on Paradise Island.  Once Barbara finds this out, she knows her next move is a trip to the island.  Little does she know, she isn't the only one there because of the Stones. 

The Plunge: The Fate Of A Paragon by Fidelia Agwumezie

No one can describe the anticipation of finally meeting your mate.  But imagine being from a society where marriages are arranged and although you know your future husband, he lives in another country.  His purpose is to prepare a home for the two of you. Visualize, finally getting a chance to be with him in this other world with all the hope, love and eagerness you can muster.  Once there, it dawns on you the life you dreamed will never materialize.  Such is the plight of Nma.  

Cassandra's Curse: A Black Life In A Police State by Eugene Stovall

CASSANDRA'S CURSE: A Black Life in a Police State by Eugene Stovall is fiction, but there is so much truth to how the police and the government treat those in the Black community. In reality, Cassandra's Curse refers to the sister of Paris, who fell in love with Helen of Troy and caused Troy's downfall. The god, Apollo, wants Cassandra to bear his child but she won't. As a result, he gives her the ability to see into the future although no one will believe what she sees. Stovall realizes some things he says won't be believed by some people. During the 1950s in Los Angeles, the Black people who were previously doing well, are suddenly very poor and needy. Gang activity begins and the mayor of Los Angeles accuses the communists of causing the problems, rather than contribute it to the lack of funds needed to survive. As a result, the federal government sends in the CIA, who institutes COINTELPRO, which engages in many unpleasant activities in the Black neighborhoods. They make false arrests, cook up testimony against the accused, lie on people and generally destroy the Black community. 

Sweeter Than The Honey by LaShanda Michelle

SWEETER THAN THE HONEY welcomes us into the life of Kamilah Wright, a high school senior who is at a crossroads in her life.  She holds a long-time crush on her best friend, Eric, and can't bring herself to tell him her true feelings.  Along comes Summer Freeman, the new girl in school, who turns heads the minute she steps in the door.  Will Eric fall for Summer and never recognize Kamilah's true feelings for him? 

Given by Lisa G. Riley and Roslyn Hardy Holcomb

Fantasy fans may enjoy this historical erotica about a shape-shifter named Jacob who falls for the very shapely Ms. Mary Katherine. Jacob's ability to take the form of any animal gives him an advantage at leading slaves to freedom on the very coarse and dangerous Underground Railroad. The Underground Railroad isn't the only place where his shape shifting ability helps him, it also helps him to beguile unsuspecting women. 

Sins Of The Mother by Victoria Christopher Murray

SINS OF THE MOTHER is a page-turner from the beginning to the end. Jasmine Larson Bush and her husband, Rev. Hosea Bush, experience every parent's nightmare when their daughter, Jacqueline, ends up missing from a seemingly routine outing to the mall. Jasmine is very anguished and distraught, as well she should be. Will this turmoil in her life cause her to go over the edge? 

Hush by Amaleka McCall

Young. Sexy. Lucrative job. It may seem that FBI Agent Deidre Apontes life paints the perfect picture, but what goes on behind the scenes during and after office hours gets very complicated. Family matters, including an alcoholic mother and the suicide of her father, weighs on her conscious while she earns the privilege of working a case that could further her career; finding out who kidnapped a New York senators daughter. Deidre must enter a lifestyle of glamour, glitz, and danger in an attempt to break this case. She becomes involved with F.A.B., three known female drug dealers. Entering this arena could prove to be a deadly mistake for Deidre because as she becomes grossly involved with F.A.B., she soon discovers some shocking facts that connects the dots about her past. Will it be too late for Deidre or will she be silenced forever?