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He Exposed Me to the Real, Now I Hate Lames
Ashanta Bennett has the perfect life, she is a pediatrician and is married to the man that she couldn't imagine her life without.
Damos Bennett, has it all. He is married to a successful doctor and his home improvement business is doing well. They have everything, a big house, fancy cars and everything else anyone could wish for. But that's only on the outside looking in. Behind closed doors their marriage is a nightmare and Damos isn't the prince charming she wished for.
Kwenya Smithson, is a twenty-eight year old successful bakery owner who owns five bakeries. Business is good and he has everything any young black-man could ask for, but what he is missing is love. Kwenya is a perfect catch to the public's eye, but the other life he lives is dangerous. Kwenya is not only the towns favorite baker, but he is also the hustlers favorite king pin. What happens when Kwenya and Ashanta cross paths with their own secrets? Will Kwenya reveal his other life to her and will she tell him about her marriage?
Best friends, Desi and Chasity are the city's most popular strippers. Chasity is having an affair with a married man and Desi wants love from a up and coming young hustler name, Bishop, whose name is starting to ring bells on the streets. Will two women with scheming pasts find the love they are looking for or will it turn their friendship sour as their secrets cross paths?
In this spontaneous, high-class meets hood life drama, everyone is looking for happiness. Every woman is fighting for what all women want and that's a real man. What man has what it takes to expose them to what's real?
Friendships are being tested, marriages are crumbling and everyone has an agenda. You can't trust nobody, not even the person you are married to.
Damos Bennett, has it all. He is married to a successful doctor and his home improvement business is doing well. They have everything, a big house, fancy cars and everything else anyone could wish for. But that's only on the outside looking in. Behind closed doors their marriage is a nightmare and Damos isn't the prince charming she wished for.
Kwenya Smithson, is a twenty-eight year old successful bakery owner who owns five bakeries. Business is good and he has everything any young black-man could ask for, but what he is missing is love. Kwenya is a perfect catch to the public's eye, but the other life he lives is dangerous. Kwenya is not only the towns favorite baker, but he is also the hustlers favorite king pin. What happens when Kwenya and Ashanta cross paths with their own secrets? Will Kwenya reveal his other life to her and will she tell him about her marriage?
Best friends, Desi and Chasity are the city's most popular strippers. Chasity is having an affair with a married man and Desi wants love from a up and coming young hustler name, Bishop, whose name is starting to ring bells on the streets. Will two women with scheming pasts find the love they are looking for or will it turn their friendship sour as their secrets cross paths?
In this spontaneous, high-class meets hood life drama, everyone is looking for happiness. Every woman is fighting for what all women want and that's a real man. What man has what it takes to expose them to what's real?
Friendships are being tested, marriages are crumbling and everyone has an agenda. You can't trust nobody, not even the person you are married to.
315 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 29, 2016
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July 6, 2016
Natavia never disappoints great read can't wait for part 2
July 3, 2016
ANOTHER SHOW STOPPER
BOY OH BOY AND THE PLOT THICKENS SO MUCH DRAMA DECEIT FROM THREE PEOPLE THAT NEED KARMA IN THE WORST WAY REE REE PLEASE COME TO THE RESCUE DARLING U HOLD THE KEY TO MANY LIVES AND RAKITA UR STANK ASS TAKE THE WHOLE CAKE I FEEL KINDA BAD FOR KWENYA MOMS HOPE SHE BE OK ASHANTY BOUT TO HAVE THAT BACKBONE IN PT 2 I FEEL THAT AND SERENE IS BOUT TO BE ON ONE I NEED PT TWO REALLY QUICK
BOY OH BOY AND THE PLOT THICKENS SO MUCH DRAMA DECEIT FROM THREE PEOPLE THAT NEED KARMA IN THE WORST WAY REE REE PLEASE COME TO THE RESCUE DARLING U HOLD THE KEY TO MANY LIVES AND RAKITA UR STANK ASS TAKE THE WHOLE CAKE I FEEL KINDA BAD FOR KWENYA MOMS HOPE SHE BE OK ASHANTY BOUT TO HAVE THAT BACKBONE IN PT 2 I FEEL THAT AND SERENE IS BOUT TO BE ON ONE I NEED PT TWO REALLY QUICK
July 1, 2016
Omg
Ohh snaps. I love me some Kwenya and Ashanta. I like Bishop too.. I'm mad he did my girl Desi like that. She had a plan to get her man and she did why would she fuck it up. But omg this was amazing. Natavia did her thang as always.
Ohh snaps. I love me some Kwenya and Ashanta. I like Bishop too.. I'm mad he did my girl Desi like that. She had a plan to get her man and she did why would she fuck it up. But omg this was amazing. Natavia did her thang as always.
April 12, 2018
Lord
This book was so drama-d out. I can't wait to dive into part two. I can't even sleep because of this series
This book was so drama-d out. I can't wait to dive into part two. I can't even sleep because of this series
February 12, 2017
I love this author she never disappoints. My favorite character in this story was Desi and Bishop. I loved them. They seem to have so much going on and I don't want to believe the tired old saying that Zebras can't change their stripes. Can't wait to read book 2
July 22, 2019
Interesting read but at times Ashanti seemed a bit too naïve about basic stuff that a pediatrician should already know. The relationship between her and Kwenya seemed okay but with her being so off at times I can’t see it really lasting. Bishop reminded me of Kenjay so nothing was really new with his character but for him to get tide in with Desi seemed like a waste. For Kwenya to be so high up he sure didn’t have anyone on his team and neither did it seem like he had the basics covered like a lawyer. The next one should be pretty good.
July 6, 2016
Hot cheese on a cracker that was good.. almost perfect... almost.
I promise all these jokers are connected in one way or another and the ending... yeah I was like okay now it's time for you to get some balls and she did... I just hope with the next book we don't have to wait 45 years for her to buck up... like I don't want to have to read half of the book before balls get bigger...
So now I wait....
I promise all these jokers are connected in one way or another and the ending... yeah I was like okay now it's time for you to get some balls and she did... I just hope with the next book we don't have to wait 45 years for her to buck up... like I don't want to have to read half of the book before balls get bigger...
So now I wait....
January 16, 2017
This book is amazing!!!! You can really picture the characters and get into! This book comes to life!!! Definitely a page turner! On to book #2... can't wait for #3 ALREADY!!! You won't be disappointed. I am a new fan of Natavia and will continue to follow her work and look forward to reading her other books very soon!
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July 13, 2016
Good story
Ok I like the story it just seemed a little patched together to me . I would have loved for it to flow a little better . I don't know why but I liked Desi the most. Definitely reading part 2 when ever it comes out. I recommend this book.
Ok I like the story it just seemed a little patched together to me . I would have loved for it to flow a little better . I don't know why but I liked Desi the most. Definitely reading part 2 when ever it comes out. I recommend this book.
July 10, 2016
As always an enjoyable read, Natavia never disappoints!!
Waiting patiently on book 2....
Waiting patiently on book 2....
July 7, 2016
Excellent
This book was good from the beginning to the end. I need part 2 asap. I really enjoyed this book. Can't wait to see what's going to happen next.
This book was good from the beginning to the end. I need part 2 asap. I really enjoyed this book. Can't wait to see what's going to happen next.
June 27, 2019
Very good for an introduction....
This was very good for an introduction, but too long.
Ashanti, man she needs to grow up and then some. She is so lame and all, but all so innocent and in love.
Kwenya, man what a man. Strong, intelligent, alpha boss man, he is everything. A little bit hot head, and I hope he does come out of everything.
Desi, man please get out, continue and make sure everyone gets what they deserved. Bishop you are so wrong for that but I get it, it's hard to trust one that comes from there.
Damon's and Christi, man can't wait how karma is going to come for you. Hopefully Serene will get it fast as well as Deron. And Ree-Ree, when will she let people know that she ain't that dumb.
So yes, it was good but too long to introduced to these characters.
This was very good for an introduction, but too long.
Ashanti, man she needs to grow up and then some. She is so lame and all, but all so innocent and in love.
Kwenya, man what a man. Strong, intelligent, alpha boss man, he is everything. A little bit hot head, and I hope he does come out of everything.
Desi, man please get out, continue and make sure everyone gets what they deserved. Bishop you are so wrong for that but I get it, it's hard to trust one that comes from there.
Damon's and Christi, man can't wait how karma is going to come for you. Hopefully Serene will get it fast as well as Deron. And Ree-Ree, when will she let people know that she ain't that dumb.
So yes, it was good but too long to introduced to these characters.
January 12, 2023
omg!
I have been slowly working my way through Natavia’s catalog. Her books are too good! Really on the edge of my seat with this one, I can not believe how many scandalous people got something going on in this series. I feel bad for Ashanta and Serene, Serene especially. Yes, Ashanta is hella naive, but she really didn’t deserve nothing Damos did to her. I hope she gets her lick back on everybody! And poor Serene, I hope Natavia wrote her a good come back story in book 2. Chasity and Damos really deserve each other, both scandalous as h e l l. I honestly didn’t want Desi with Bishop, but im interested to see whats to come out of that, Kwenya’s case and how he’s going to handle Rakita sneaky a s s! Natavia is really funny and knows how to write a really entertaining book. Highly recommend.
I have been slowly working my way through Natavia’s catalog. Her books are too good! Really on the edge of my seat with this one, I can not believe how many scandalous people got something going on in this series. I feel bad for Ashanta and Serene, Serene especially. Yes, Ashanta is hella naive, but she really didn’t deserve nothing Damos did to her. I hope she gets her lick back on everybody! And poor Serene, I hope Natavia wrote her a good come back story in book 2. Chasity and Damos really deserve each other, both scandalous as h e l l. I honestly didn’t want Desi with Bishop, but im interested to see whats to come out of that, Kwenya’s case and how he’s going to handle Rakita sneaky a s s! Natavia is really funny and knows how to write a really entertaining book. Highly recommend.
January 20, 2022
no no no no no
I’m sorry it’s a hell no for me Ashanta or whatever her weak name was just wasn’t it. She brings new meaning to the word sucker and then some. Like she fell for anything and everything anyone said and you expect me to believe she is a doctor. Yeah okay nah sis is dumber than Rere and she got a reason to be so gullible smh. There is definitely a difference in not being street smart and just a plain ole fool.
I’m sorry it’s a hell no for me Ashanta or whatever her weak name was just wasn’t it. She brings new meaning to the word sucker and then some. Like she fell for anything and everything anyone said and you expect me to believe she is a doctor. Yeah okay nah sis is dumber than Rere and she got a reason to be so gullible smh. There is definitely a difference in not being street smart and just a plain ole fool.
March 1, 2022
Pretty Good
The writer gives us a story with more twist and turns,than an old winding road. The story goes from just being about to people meeting and falling in love to people caught up in someone else's agenda. The cast of characters are all a little crazy. The writer has given us a quite a complex story, but there is some aspects a lie to much going on,but then that's life. Over this was a good solid story.
The writer gives us a story with more twist and turns,than an old winding road. The story goes from just being about to people meeting and falling in love to people caught up in someone else's agenda. The cast of characters are all a little crazy. The writer has given us a quite a complex story, but there is some aspects a lie to much going on,but then that's life. Over this was a good solid story.
July 23, 2018
Wow!!!
Loved the book!!!! From the beginning to the end!!! Can’t wait for part two to come out!! I know aashanta has her happy ending like she deserves; Bishop and desi need to stop beefing and really open their eyes ! Chasity is going to get hers!!! She is not to be trusted at all!!!
Loved the book!!!! From the beginning to the end!!! Can’t wait for part two to come out!! I know aashanta has her happy ending like she deserves; Bishop and desi need to stop beefing and really open their eyes ! Chasity is going to get hers!!! She is not to be trusted at all!!!
April 16, 2019
Great read
I have wanted to read this book for awhile and I am glad that I finally did. I really enjoyed it. The characters in this book are a whole mess...OMG! All the characters are connected in some way. This story is well written and flows well. I am about to read part 2. Great job, Natavia!
I have wanted to read this book for awhile and I am glad that I finally did. I really enjoyed it. The characters in this book are a whole mess...OMG! All the characters are connected in some way. This story is well written and flows well. I am about to read part 2. Great job, Natavia!
November 6, 2020
Rollercoaster!!
Man Natavia needs to stop eating late at night. You know late night eating gives you bad dreams! A bad dream has to be the only way she comes up with this stuff!! It's so many scheming ppl is this book. Just when I think I got it figured out here comes another twist. On to book 2!
Man Natavia needs to stop eating late at night. You know late night eating gives you bad dreams! A bad dream has to be the only way she comes up with this stuff!! It's so many scheming ppl is this book. Just when I think I got it figured out here comes another twist. On to book 2!
March 21, 2023
Everyone has a connection
Damos was just trifling and Ashanti was lame but loyal and he wore out his options with his wife. Quantum was a smart hood but businessman who had it going on with his sexy self. This book is great because it hooked me from beginning to end, can’t wait for the next book
Damos was just trifling and Ashanti was lame but loyal and he wore out his options with his wife. Quantum was a smart hood but businessman who had it going on with his sexy self. This book is great because it hooked me from beginning to end, can’t wait for the next book
June 1, 2017
Really Enjoyed This One
This author is real. She writes the story as if s h e was living it at the time. She pays attention to the smallest details. A lot of drama, but I LOVED it. Will be reading the entire series.
No Sweat
This author is real. She writes the story as if s h e was living it at the time. She pays attention to the smallest details. A lot of drama, but I LOVED it. Will be reading the entire series.
No Sweat
October 9, 2017
This is real drama!!!!
This is my first time reading a book by this author and it was GOOD!!! Drama from the first page to the end. A lot of backstabbing, lies and secrets. Ready for part 2.
This is my first time reading a book by this author and it was GOOD!!! Drama from the first page to the end. A lot of backstabbing, lies and secrets. Ready for part 2.
November 13, 2017
I enjoyed reading this author she brings all her characters to life and you can actually visualize who they are in your mind. Each character was developed fully in part one and I can’t wait for part 2!
June 10, 2019
When you can’t even trust the law!!!!!
Everyone has an ulterior motive, I feel bad for Desi because she’s really feeling Bishop.Chastity and Damos definitely deserves each other. Now Rakita with her conniving self. Ashanti better boss of and stop letting people punk her....
Everyone has an ulterior motive, I feel bad for Desi because she’s really feeling Bishop.Chastity and Damos definitely deserves each other. Now Rakita with her conniving self. Ashanti better boss of and stop letting people punk her....
March 19, 2020
Fire
Man this is a good book . It is going to have you going to bed past your bed time. It's about to go down. Never put a woman in a position where she has to fight her way out if. Men will never learn how much power a woman has lol
Man this is a good book . It is going to have you going to bed past your bed time. It's about to go down. Never put a woman in a position where she has to fight her way out if. Men will never learn how much power a woman has lol
September 1, 2020
Messy at an all time high!!
I've never read the tea that's so piping hot. Damos and his pappy ain't no good. Rakita seems like she's lying. I need Ashanta to grow some big you know what. On to the next, goodness!!
I've never read the tea that's so piping hot. Damos and his pappy ain't no good. Rakita seems like she's lying. I need Ashanta to grow some big you know what. On to the next, goodness!!
December 2, 2020
Whew Chile!
I am ready for Ashanti to take down all of them!!! She had really grown on me and I can’t wait to see her shine. This book got me on edge lol. Poor Desi she needs to find chastity and best her a$$
I am ready for Ashanti to take down all of them!!! She had really grown on me and I can’t wait to see her shine. This book got me on edge lol. Poor Desi she needs to find chastity and best her a$$
February 26, 2021
This was an absolutely marvelous read. The action an interactions kept me riveted till the very end. The characters are whole and fleshed out and I enjoyed their personalities. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, I think you will as well.
August 3, 2022
The Tricks
This book was full of twist and turns!!!...You truly can't call ppl your friend because they are truly ready to turn your life upside down just because they woke up!!!...Can't wait to read the 2nd installment to see what happens!!!...
This book was full of twist and turns!!!...You truly can't call ppl your friend because they are truly ready to turn your life upside down just because they woke up!!!...Can't wait to read the 2nd installment to see what happens!!!...
August 13, 2023
Lord she so Green
Have you ever seen a person so green that you wanted to just slap them! Well hunni Ashanti is about to make me scream but the said part is there are female that truly are … I hope she snap out of it in part 2
Have you ever seen a person so green that you wanted to just slap them! Well hunni Ashanti is about to make me scream but the said part is there are female that truly are … I hope she snap out of it in part 2
May 25, 2017
5 stars
All I can say is well damn. It was just getting good thank goodness parts 2&3 are available now or I would die trying to figure out what happened next.
All I can say is well damn. It was just getting good thank goodness parts 2&3 are available now or I would die trying to figure out what happened next.
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