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My Best Friend's Deceit

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Tremaine Martin and his fiancé Karlie Lewis were two average Americans living in the small town of White Castle, Louisiana. Tremaine worked as an A class carpenter in industrial plants to provide a living for his family while Karlie attended school working towards becoming a marriage counselor. They both grew up in conditions that drove them to be the close knit couple that they have become. With each of them experiencing levels of abuse from their mothers, they were determined to be there for one another. All they want is to live a simple life and provide better conditions for their own children they plan to have in the future.
For the most part, that is exactly the life they have been living. That is until one of Tremaine's best friends Joshua came back into the picture. Joshua moved away right after high school but jumped at a job opportunity in his hometown. Now he is back and has some secrets and hidden agendas that he is anxiously awaiting to reveal.
Jacobi, another childhood friend of Tremaine and Joshua, quickly senses that things just aren't right with Joshua. He tries to warn him but Tremaine does not take heed to Jacobi's warnings. Joshua is willing to silence Jacobi at any cost. When secrets are revealed and jealousy rears its ugly head, will Tremaine and Karlie continue to live the simple life they love or will it all come crashing down once Joshua puts everything on the table?

111 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 12, 2016

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Author 1 book5 followers
January 16, 2018
Wow!

I wasn’t expecting a lot of things that happened to happens from the parents to everything with that good ole crazy fool!! I won’t name him lol I thoroughly enjoyed this book poking forward to reading more from this author!
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218 reviews10 followers
October 12, 2016
This was an amazing read.. Can't believe she is a first time author.. The storyline was very original and it was so realistic.. I was on tha edge of my seat tryin to figure out what was gunna happen next.. Once I got towards tha end and saw where it was goin ma feelins were so hurt.. I prayed that ma thoughts were incorrect. This is a 1 sitting type of read.. I had to finish it and see what went down.. I loved that I felt like I knew all the characters.. No drug dealers, trap houses or side Chicks..lol It touched on so many subjects and topics that we're dealing with today.. If you haven't read tha book DON'T read any further.. Erica why Cobi tho?? I loved him from tha moment he was introduced.
59 reviews
October 4, 2016
Great book

Omg this was great I really enjoyed reading it. Certified banger to be a first time author. Amazing book and I cant wait for the second book.
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372 reviews12 followers
September 19, 2016
OMG!!

Erica really left a message in this debut. I'm at a loss of words for Cobi. As for Josh, Tyler & Evelyn... wow!!! They're evil. Josh needs medical attention and he has clearly lost his mind. I won't give the story away, but this is a must read & I'm anxious to read the follow up.
133 reviews12 followers
September 18, 2016
I can say Erica work should receive more than 5 stars. The ending will have you in tears with Cobi situation. That situation is very known in today. I could see everything playing out because we see so much on tv. The scenes throughout the book was visual. Erica descriptions was not too much and was not over the top. The book was very detailed. I love how Tre was so in love with Karlie and he did not let anything get in the way. What you will see with his mother is pathetic. I disliked her and I’m sure she will not gain anything back in part 2. Tre deserves to be happy, but he cannot catch a break because of this certain looney character. Josh character will make you want to put a hit out on him yourself. The relationships in this book was harmed by so much hate and jealousy. I don’t want to spoil it but the lies, past infidelities, shocking secrets, and storyline will have you wanting more. There’s several strong messages….they will blow your mind on how a book can bring them out.
5 reviews
September 17, 2016
My Best Friends Decit

Erica and I worked together at a local Doctors office, she was a sweet young girl, who was still in high school. I would pay Erica to write my college paper also do the necessary corrections. She was a good typist and a good writer, I never thought this was the way that she would go. Erica is so talented! This book is a little taste of what's in stored for us! This book had me all into my feelings, I was scared at times and then she threw in some sex , I felt like her mom and I truly scream, No Sex !!! Lol, Erica and Marcus it was great and a pleasure to read. God bless you!!
Ready for 2 !
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266 reviews9 followers
September 23, 2016
Great read and message

This was a great read for this to be your first book. Every page had drama or kept me reading. My only complaint was that it seemed to move so fast. It's like Josh instantly started messing up their lives as soon as he moved back. I wish they would've rekindled their friendship first. Josh is psycho and needs real help. I don't like Evelyn either and Tre need to just give up on their relationship if she can't get it together. The Cobi scene was extremely sad. I hope they get justice. The message in the end was everything! If only more of us thought like that. Can't wait to read part 2.
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2,066 reviews11 followers
September 15, 2016
ALL LIVES MATTER

Wow..... oh. Wow.....
Never thought when I pick this book up I would be learning a life's lesson....
KUDOS TO THIS AUTHOR AND HER UNIQUE WAYS OF TELLING THIS STORY.....IM AWED AT THE PRESENTATION OF THESE EVENT BUT THE DECEPTION WAS REAL......
THE CHARACTERS WAS SEEABLE I COULD ACTUALLY SEE THEM I COULD HAVE USE A LITTLE MORE BACKGROUND BUT IT DIDNT TAKE AWAY FROM THE STORYTELLING....IT LETS ME USE MY IMAGINATION.....OUT FREAKING STANDING SISTA KEEP AT IT ....DEVELOP YOUR GIFT ....DEBUTANT....
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661 reviews23 followers
September 22, 2016
Yes maam

This book touched on EVERYTHING. The things that are going on today!! I hope they get that crooked cop!! Joshua wrong for coming there messing up people lives. I was glad that Karlie and trey was able to see thru that mess!! Poor Kobie!!!! I hope Evelyn gets what she deserves too with her trifling butt!!. #waitingonpart2
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Author 50 books109 followers
September 21, 2016
Loved it!

This had my emotions all over the place. Didn't know what to expect going in but I'm so glad I took the time out to read this. Amazing work, definitely looking forward to more from the author.
143 reviews5 followers
September 30, 2016
Wow

The was a good story about everyday people. I can't wait for book 2 , about how lives of Tre ,Karlie and Drea continues. I will recommend this book to much friends. Very Good Read.
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Author 21 books31 followers
September 16, 2016
Good Read

For a first time author she did wonderful. Crazy twists and turns threw the book. Ready to see what Part 2 holds. Will be adding you to my list.
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155 reviews
September 21, 2016
Good read

I loved this book especially how you incorporated black lives matters that's a powerful message I couldn't stand Josh sick self loved how in love the and Kayla was
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113 reviews6 followers
October 3, 2016
Outstanding!!!

Josh is so foul omg they killed cobie noooooooo I can't wait for pt 2 , Evolyn needs her ass beat ! Great job standing ovation !!!!
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2,542 reviews9 followers
October 18, 2016
Excellent

This book was good from the beginning to the end. Can't wait to read part 2. This book was really good.
484 reviews6 followers
November 16, 2016
Excellent Read

This book was all kinds of good with a side order of Crazy. I truly enjoyed reading this book from the beginning to the end. On to part 2.
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40 reviews1 follower
February 5, 2017
Justice for Cobi

This is a great series I can't wait to read part two. I still can't believe how demented Josh is but I know he will get his!
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