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Crazy Kind of Love
Opposites really do attract but so do mayhem, murder and sex. After Jamal Shield, aka Preacher (Leo Sullivan), a notorious young B-More gangster, is sentenced to life in prison for multiple crimes, including an armored Brinks truck heist for a cool 5.2 million, he is surprised when he is released from prison. All he wants to do is be with his family and start a new life but there is one problem...he is charged with protecting a beautiful whore. Lourdes Beaumont (T. Styles), a prostitute from Houston, Texas, always dreamed of having a legit life. She tried to pursue that dream by building her cosmetics business but she found that the men who could help her want her for one thing, her body. When she witnesses the murder of a teenager at a high school, by the daughter of a notorious drug dealer, she is taken to Baltimore where Jamal is charged with keeping her alive. When you are as emotional and high-strung as she is, this act is easier said than done. Jamal resents having to protect Lourdes, especially when the demons from his past and the goons from hers attempt to hunt them both down. Who would have thought that through the bloodshed and bullets that they could find true love? But it means nothing if they do not survive.
240 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 2, 2014
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About the author
T. Styles
101 books608 followersStyles is the award Winning CEO of The Cartel Publications - an international, independent publishing house. She also owns Cartel Urban Cinema, an independent film production company. To date T. Styles has written 76 original novels under various pen names. Her novels have been published under her own house as well as Kensington and St. Martins.
Her screenplay “Concrete Beach”, reached the semifinals round for the Academy Nicholl Fellowship, a screenwriting competition, hosted by The Academy Of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (Oscars). In addition, her other screenplay “Blurred”, reached the top 15%, validating what her fans already know...that T. Styles knows the art of storytelling.
Styles’ publishing house, The Cartel Publications, is the face of today's urban fiction and street fiction industries. In both the digital and print world, the Cartel represents the best her generation has to offer in African American literature. She has aptly been dubbed "Urban Fiction Empress" and "Literary Master".
Styles is multifaceted and facilitates her popular seminar "How To Write A Novel In 30 Days", using her non-fiction novel of the same title. Styles consults authors and publishing houses on what it takes to achieve success and longevity in the book industry, using the Cartel as a guide.
She has been featured in The Washington Post, The Baltimore Sun, Essence Magazine, Don Diva Magazine, Oprah Winfrey's Network and Urban Book Source. She has been awarded Author Of The Year by AAMBC and was voted Most Underrated Author by The Urban Book Source.
Her screenplay “Concrete Beach”, reached the semifinals round for the Academy Nicholl Fellowship, a screenwriting competition, hosted by The Academy Of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (Oscars). In addition, her other screenplay “Blurred”, reached the top 15%, validating what her fans already know...that T. Styles knows the art of storytelling.
Styles’ publishing house, The Cartel Publications, is the face of today's urban fiction and street fiction industries. In both the digital and print world, the Cartel represents the best her generation has to offer in African American literature. She has aptly been dubbed "Urban Fiction Empress" and "Literary Master".
Styles is multifaceted and facilitates her popular seminar "How To Write A Novel In 30 Days", using her non-fiction novel of the same title. Styles consults authors and publishing houses on what it takes to achieve success and longevity in the book industry, using the Cartel as a guide.
She has been featured in The Washington Post, The Baltimore Sun, Essence Magazine, Don Diva Magazine, Oprah Winfrey's Network and Urban Book Source. She has been awarded Author Of The Year by AAMBC and was voted Most Underrated Author by The Urban Book Source.
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September 22, 2015
I loved it!! Such a page turner. I loved the personalities of both characters, although there were some parts that was extremely unrealistic.. Like so many times they escaped the police, I mean really? Other than that. Great book, I would definitely recommend .
July 6, 2015
I couldn't put this down until I finished. The two of these authors together, they killed it. I absolutely loved it
June 2, 2014
You could tell that 2 people wrote this book, it kept confusing me when I would read the same thing over once in Lourdes's words and then in Preacher's words. After several chapters I caught on to what was happening, I am use to when 2 authors write a book, it's like all one book, by the end of the book I understood how Leo and T wanted you to get to know the 2 main characters. Although the back cover stated $5.2 million, Preacher only retrieved $1.2 million from the vent??
I would recommend this to read, it is a good story about change. How people can do bad things and want to change but it is not always easy getting to the change, the road is often a bit rough and that is the very road Lourdes and Preacher had to travel before all was said and done.
I would recommend this to read, it is a good story about change. How people can do bad things and want to change but it is not always easy getting to the change, the road is often a bit rough and that is the very road Lourdes and Preacher had to travel before all was said and done.
July 21, 2015
(Paperback edition)
This was a thrilling ride from Texas to Baltimore! If there were ever 2 characters that were meant to meet one another, Lourdes & Preacher were the ones. There was never a dull moment as I could not only envision the scenes unfolding, but at times felt I was there! The combination of their slick tactics, street knowledge & pure luck kept the pages turning. Great read by 2 veteran authors that I highly recommend!
This was a thrilling ride from Texas to Baltimore! If there were ever 2 characters that were meant to meet one another, Lourdes & Preacher were the ones. There was never a dull moment as I could not only envision the scenes unfolding, but at times felt I was there! The combination of their slick tactics, street knowledge & pure luck kept the pages turning. Great read by 2 veteran authors that I highly recommend!
July 24, 2014
Another Banger!!!!! She can tell a story. I love this read it was a Crazy Kind Of Love, the drama that they went thru together I enjoyed reading, I laugh and cried a little but all in out this was book was great.
March 6, 2014
Excellent read...Loved the flow of the story, the drama and excitement. If I can out this into words I would say this story was simple but yet exciting, simple but had a nice flow, simple had its share of drama and finally simple but yet a crazy kind of love. LOL I enjoyed this story from beginning to end. Two people that met under insinuating circumstances falls in love through all the good and bad. This is a must read, great page turner. Way to go Author Styles and Sullivan.
September 15, 2014
Lourdes is a prostitute that has witnessed a murder and. Is on the run until she is called upon to testify. Preacher is an ex-convict trying to tur his life around, but the past keeps calling him back. What happens when the two cross paths? You'll have to read it to find out!
The collaboration between these two authors is incredible! I fell in love with Preacher from day 1, and held a soft spot for Lourdes. A definite page turner that I would recommend.
The collaboration between these two authors is incredible! I fell in love with Preacher from day 1, and held a soft spot for Lourdes. A definite page turner that I would recommend.
April 17, 2016
Lourdes is a prostitute that has witnessed a murder and. Is on the run until she is called upon to testify. Preacher is an ex-convict trying to tur his life around, but the past keeps calling him back. What happens when the two cross paths? You'll have to read it to find out!
The collaboration between these two authors is incredible! I fell in love with Preacher from day 1, and held a soft spot for Lourdes. A definite page turner that I would recommend.
The collaboration between these two authors is incredible! I fell in love with Preacher from day 1, and held a soft spot for Lourdes. A definite page turner that I would recommend.
May 15, 2014
Told from 2 different authors, Crazy Kind of Love tells a tale of how two people can find love in the craziest of moments. What I love about this story is how in the midst of the drama, Lourdes and Preacher build a beautifully different relationship. Fast-paced and drama filled, this book packs it all!
October 30, 2014
This was a totally different kind of read. I never thought these two amazing authors would pen together such a outstanding book. This book so much of a different read that it would blow your damn mind. This crazy kind of love was something that alot of people have but don't realize it. Now that these two amazing authors have written this people we see that it's possible to have this type of love.
March 12, 2014
Love story wow omg
this was a very good pass book . l felt like was watching General Hospital can I say Luke and Laura. I really love preacher and Lourdes love the build up perfect T Styles and Loe y'all did dam thing
this was a very good pass book . l felt like was watching General Hospital can I say Luke and Laura. I really love preacher and Lourdes love the build up perfect T Styles and Loe y'all did dam thing
April 6, 2014
another great book that I couldn't put down Leo Sullivan and t styles really did there thing with this book the story line the plots twist just kept you wanting more I can see this book being a movie great job hope there is a part 2
May 20, 2014
I have always love my Twisted Mommy but this collaboration with Mr. Sullivan was nothing short of spectacular! This is a wonderful love story combined with heartbreak and triumph that left me wanting more! The transformation of Lourdes touched my heart and the strength of Preacher spoke to my soul.
January 13, 2015
cute
This was a cute lil love story some of the things revealed had my mouth open had me shouting omg omg . This was one of those books you want to end but don't .. They met at a time they were not looking and fell in love . I would recommend this to everyone .
This was a cute lil love story some of the things revealed had my mouth open had me shouting omg omg . This was one of those books you want to end but don't .. They met at a time they were not looking and fell in love . I would recommend this to everyone .
March 6, 2014
Amazing
I love this! I've never seen this done before. My twisted mommy nailed it again. Can't wait for silence of the nine. I enjoyed talking to you.
I love this! I've never seen this done before. My twisted mommy nailed it again. Can't wait for silence of the nine. I enjoyed talking to you.
September 23, 2014
I can not say no more but boy I love some T Styles these books are to never b put down its always in my hand and this one is also good so on to the next book
January 7, 2015
great story
August 29, 2015
Crazy kinda good
The book was good. A little scattered in certain places but overall a good read. It's a story of redemption, self worth and a whole lotto in between. Enjoy!
The book was good. A little scattered in certain places but overall a good read. It's a story of redemption, self worth and a whole lotto in between. Enjoy!
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