Married to a Balla

by Jackie D.

Despite the beautiful home, expensive cars and huge bank account, Skye s marriage to pro football player, Sandino Washington is seriously flawed. After years of being a victim of domestic violence, Skye is caught between their extravagant lifestyle and his controlling behavior, but knows she has to get out. In a desperate attempt, Skye flees the abusive marriage with her three children in tow, and vows never to go back. She even begins a new life with a new identity, but lives in fear, knowing that Sandino won t rest until he finds them. Brace yourself as a shattered woman is determined to rebuild her life and protect her family at all cost, even if it means death. Besides, who wouldn t fight against their most treacherous enemy; even if it is your own husband?

Genres: Urban

248 pages, Nook

First published April 18, 2011

About the author

Librarian note:
There is more than one author in the GoodReads database with this name
(for the lesbian fiction author please go to Jackie D.)

Reviews

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is excellent
captures you from the first sentence and every chapter

[Tamela · Rating 4 out of 5]

Skye Washington is the beautiful trophy wife of Sandino Washington, an injured professional football player that degrades and abuses her erratically. Skye grows tired of the beatings and decides to run for her life with their two teenage sons, Kareem and Jordan, and four month old baby Payton. A furious and arrogant Sandino hires his crew to locate Skye and his children and return them to him.

Skye has grown accustomed to the glamorous life with the elaborate trimmings, but will she be strong enough to put in a hard day’s work and regain her self esteem in lieu of the shallow luxuries and torture that Sandino offers? When she finds herself in a battle against the world, discovering she’s constantly being betrayed by those closest to her, will she falter? Sandino is a walking time bomb with no respect for any one, can his tyrannical behavior succeed or has his reign come to an abrupt halt? Will Skye finally find someone with sincere compassion that genuinely cares about her well being as well as her children? Addiction, humiliation, betrayal, deceit, disrespect, strength and hope are all valid within this emotionally charged read that will fascinate you with each unfolding scene. 3.88***

[Christiana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jackie D is an awesome writer and this book is a best seller. I loved the way she keep me in suspense thru out the entire book. Needless to say that I finished the book in one setting. If you are looking for an excellent book to read , this is it. You will not be disappointed! I can't wait to read the next one and will be one of the first to make that purchase.

[Brooklyn Donne · Rating 5 out of 5]

SPOILER.

JUSTICE IS A PUNK ASS!!!!!!

SANDINO...IS A BITCH ASS!!!!!

ASIA IS TRIFLING!!

MERCEDES IS A BITCH AND IM SAD (NOT REALLY) TO SAY SHE GOT WHAT SHE DESERVED!!

SKYE..POOR THING JUST SURROUNDED BY FOOLS.

[Laddie]

thiz book is really gud frm wat ihav read;

[Chequandre · Rating 4 out of 5]

so far so good....

[Jm Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

This a really good book. I am looking forward to more books from this author.

[JazzyRacquel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved It <3

[Charmain · Rating 5 out of 5]

I could not put this book down!!! Skye ass was stupid because instead of me running from Sadino he would've been running from me!!!

[Jasmine · Rating 5 out of 5]

*****

I started this book and never put it down . Married to a Balla has become one of my top 10 favorite hood stories . The ending was one that I never saw coming . If you need a reason to grab this book let this be it !

[Jenn Carter · Rating 5 out of 5]

After years of being a victim of domestic violence, Skye is caught between their extravagant lifestyle and his controlling behavior, but knows she has to get out. In a desperate attempt, Skye flees the abusive marriage with her three children in tow, and vows never to go back.

[S · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

[Yolanda Knight- Palmer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was okay, I enjoyed it. I can't wait to read the second one.

Good job.

[Jaye Woods · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was decent… full of drama

[Deidre · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow sandino really you are a butthole, how do you beat a woman like that really, you had what happened coming to you I can't believe how you went out. Cruz is the man I think or I could be wrong I liked how you stepped up. And Justice how can I leave you out, really a set up who could and who does that I hope you get what's coming to you very soon.

[Tia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good overall ending was a bit abrupt.

[April · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice twist at the end.

[Natasha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed this story of survival. It was a breath of fresh air to read another angle on the lifestyles and relationships of beautiful women and their athlete husbands. Well written and engaging.

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Like I said before great. Need to get part two to this.

[Goodread · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a good read, but I think part two is better

[Tonikia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very good book. It made me look a Domestic Violence in a whole new way. Money isn't everything when it comes down to your life and kids.

[Kenzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really did enjoy this book, it was very interesting (:

[Nikki Trotter · Rating 5 out of 5]

very good book!

[Dana McLeod · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great Read

I really enjoyed this book. a really great read. I cant wait to dig into part 2. im wondering what really happen to Skye and her family.