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A Bittersweet Hood Dilemma: A Naptown Love Story
Every hood has its drama and every hood has a love triangle. Tokyo is what you call an around the way girl. Life has not been easy for her since she ran away from home to be with, Darrion. Darrion was the love of Tokyo's life. She was his down chick until she finds out Darrion has another life. Tassana is the girl good that wants a taste of hood life. She does anything to live it. She too has another life. She has a craving for dope boys. Kauzie and Tokyo has been friends for thirteen years but he is secretly in love with her. Only problem is he can't get rid of Tassana who is Tokyo's sister. In this twisted hood triangle there is a lot of deceit, lies, and heartache. Two sisters and one man. Who can he choose? Tassana has a plan to conquer all.
- GenresAfrican American
302 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 30, 2015
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September 17, 2021
Yesss !!
There is something about a good throwback reread that brings joy to the soul. Honestly, the first time I read this is gave me full on panic and anxiety but I was better this time🥵!!
Not really I’m lying 🤥 when the drama started it was super aggressive and the language is toxic AF!! That being said I love it 🥰!!
I don’t think I’ll be rereading book 2 any time soon but my friend brought up Tokyo and now I had to hit it off with a reread.
Happy reading everyone 😘🥰
There is something about a good throwback reread that brings joy to the soul. Honestly, the first time I read this is gave me full on panic and anxiety but I was better this time🥵!!
Not really I’m lying 🤥 when the drama started it was super aggressive and the language is toxic AF!! That being said I love it 🥰!!
I don’t think I’ll be rereading book 2 any time soon but my friend brought up Tokyo and now I had to hit it off with a reread.
Happy reading everyone 😘🥰
September 1, 2015
Man o Man!!
Natavia has done it again!! It's...lord where do I start. Toyko is my girl and Kauzie is just THAT nigga!! And No Hands is my homie for life...I couldn't put this book down...not a dull moment!! It's a must read just like her other books!!
Natavia has done it again!! It's...lord where do I start. Toyko is my girl and Kauzie is just THAT nigga!! And No Hands is my homie for life...I couldn't put this book down...not a dull moment!! It's a must read just like her other books!!
November 17, 2015
First book ive read by this author
This book was a very good read.. first book ive read by this author. But it wont be my last. On to part 2.
This book was a very good read.. first book ive read by this author. But it wont be my last. On to part 2.
July 10, 2017
When I say drama baby I mean this book had so much drama in it! The things a women will do for love and family. What a page turner this book is a five star book 4real!
September 19, 2015
Lawd knows it was bittersweet!
I don't like Tassana trifling ass at all. She was too bitter and jealous for all the wrong reasons. She didn't appreciate the good man she had and it probably was the fact she was too busy trying to have one up on Tokyo. Tokyo was rough around the edges and let a no good dude cloud her judgment but for the most part she was actually a good person. Kauzie is that dude, hands down! It took him awhile to realize and accept his true feelings but he finally got right. No Hands needs to treat Kyree better and stop with the foolishness. Tudos is dumb and weak! I didn't feel any type of way when things changed for him because it was long overdue. Dez is a mess and Darrion and Geechie seem a bit thirsty. Oooh Osari is about to shake things up. I already know he has the wrong person from the ending but I know she'll make it known. I can't wait until Tassana gets everything she deserves for being so grimy. I wonder if Tasira is as crazy as her brother.
I don't like Tassana trifling ass at all. She was too bitter and jealous for all the wrong reasons. She didn't appreciate the good man she had and it probably was the fact she was too busy trying to have one up on Tokyo. Tokyo was rough around the edges and let a no good dude cloud her judgment but for the most part she was actually a good person. Kauzie is that dude, hands down! It took him awhile to realize and accept his true feelings but he finally got right. No Hands needs to treat Kyree better and stop with the foolishness. Tudos is dumb and weak! I didn't feel any type of way when things changed for him because it was long overdue. Dez is a mess and Darrion and Geechie seem a bit thirsty. Oooh Osari is about to shake things up. I already know he has the wrong person from the ending but I know she'll make it known. I can't wait until Tassana gets everything she deserves for being so grimy. I wonder if Tasira is as crazy as her brother.
September 2, 2015
Although Tokyo was deemed a little hood rat, I couldn't help but love her. Yes, she made some bad relationship decisions in her teen years. Yes, it sent her life spiraling out of control. Yet, she didn't allow any of it to determine her destiny. She worked hard at making sure she was happy in all aspect of her life. In every love story there is always someone in the back ground trying to manipulate the perfect couple. In this case, Tasanna is the culprit. She's made some awful decisions when it come to love as well. Unhappy with her situation, she set a series of events into place to destroy what Tokyo has. Will Tokoyo allow her or will she fight for what she wants.
As hood and as street smart as Tokyo was, I couldn't believe some of the choices she made concerning the love she had for Kauzie. I really enjoyed reading this book. It kept my attention and it also had me cracking up. It was hilarious in parts. I would definitely buy and read part two as soon as it drops.
As hood and as street smart as Tokyo was, I couldn't believe some of the choices she made concerning the love she had for Kauzie. I really enjoyed reading this book. It kept my attention and it also had me cracking up. It was hilarious in parts. I would definitely buy and read part two as soon as it drops.
October 18, 2015
Tokyo has no problem being herself. Hate it or love it she still going to shine. After seeing being a ride or die chick gets you nowhere.Love is a hope she has given up on.
Tassana is a fake Bougie chick. Though she feel she is better than everyone she also craves the lifestyle that they live.Her sneaky ways will find a way to catch up with her and she might lose it all.
Kauzie is in a love triangle....Stuck between the girl he has put in time with but don't love and is home girl who has always had his heart but to young to realize it.Who will he choose?
Natavia did not disappoint with this story.I love the bond these characters had. I really felt like I was in the hood. Great comedy!!!. If you are looking withe a book filled with drama and deceit. This the book for you.
Tassana is a fake Bougie chick. Though she feel she is better than everyone she also craves the lifestyle that they live.Her sneaky ways will find a way to catch up with her and she might lose it all.
Kauzie is in a love triangle....Stuck between the girl he has put in time with but don't love and is home girl who has always had his heart but to young to realize it.Who will he choose?
Natavia did not disappoint with this story.I love the bond these characters had. I really felt like I was in the hood. Great comedy!!!. If you are looking withe a book filled with drama and deceit. This the book for you.
December 23, 2016
THIS.BOOK.WAS.EVERYTHING. Okay it is not often I read a book that I literally can not put down until I finish but this was that book. Where do I even start. Tokyo and Kauzie are that couple. I was rooting for them the entire book. No Hands is one of the funniest characters ever. He is the type of dude I wish I could really hang out with just to always bust out laughing. Now this book has deception, drama, and sex. Now for Tassana, she made me want to jump through this book and put my foot so far up her you know what. As my Nana use to say fat back ain't greasy and Tassana thought she was slicker then a can of grease. But any whoot just pick up this book you will love it
September 1, 2015
4 ⭐️
I never get disappointed with author Natavia . Tokyo has really made some stupid decisions in her life but her ratchetness draws you in . Can't always judge a book by its cover. Love me some Kauzie with his cocky ass . I can't wait for part 2 . Can't wait for Tassana to get what she deserves . Took a star away for grammar errors
I never get disappointed with author Natavia . Tokyo has really made some stupid decisions in her life but her ratchetness draws you in . Can't always judge a book by its cover. Love me some Kauzie with his cocky ass . I can't wait for part 2 . Can't wait for Tassana to get what she deserves . Took a star away for grammar errors
July 22, 2019
I really wanted Tokyo to win in this one even if she was really off the chain in the things she did. Nothing compared to the mess of a hole Tassana was into though, I thought she’d learned her lesson but of course she just couldn’t get herself together. I’m looking forward to the next one.
September 11, 2015
Loved it
I couldn't stop reading. This was a great book and I fell in love with Kwausi. I really hope the next installment is coming soon.
I couldn't stop reading. This was a great book and I fell in love with Kwausi. I really hope the next installment is coming soon.
September 16, 2015
Great Read
I really enjoyed reading this book. The story line was good and I can't wait for the next book to come out
I really enjoyed reading this book. The story line was good and I can't wait for the next book to come out
September 20, 2015
Hilarious
October 25, 2015
Great!!!
This book was off the chain I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read part 2! Awesome book!
This book was off the chain I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read part 2! Awesome book!
December 26, 2015
Really good read...on to book 2
August 8, 2020
Double Trouble!
Tassana an Tokyo are twins and different as day and night. Kauzie is Tokyo’s bff and Tassana’s man. There is a good twin and a bad one and Kauzie’s up on game but poor Tokyo is too sweet for her gain. When Tokyo gets played for the last time by Tassana she will not realize the extinct until she meets Osari. I pray Kauzie can save her and his baby!!! Yassss he loves Tokyo and her sister will pull out all stops to keep him, but she’s done! Well done Natavia!!!! Part 2 please
Tassana an Tokyo are twins and different as day and night. Kauzie is Tokyo’s bff and Tassana’s man. There is a good twin and a bad one and Kauzie’s up on game but poor Tokyo is too sweet for her gain. When Tokyo gets played for the last time by Tassana she will not realize the extinct until she meets Osari. I pray Kauzie can save her and his baby!!! Yassss he loves Tokyo and her sister will pull out all stops to keep him, but she’s done! Well done Natavia!!!! Part 2 please
July 10, 2025
Whew chile! what a ghetto hood mess! I miss this type of drama so much just straight hood pop ups and phone calls no social media or nothing..just when I catch you it’s all hands and feet or bullets… Honey so freaking nostalgic… I am rooting for Tokyo and Kauzie even though its a whole damn mess and I can’t keep up with who screwing who over and why but that damn Tessana I have zero love for I hope she gets whatever she destined to get because she’s such a trash bag and I can’t see her being redeemed. That cliffhanger though… On to part two
June 15, 2017
Okay then!!
I gave a 5 🌟 rating, because I absolutely love the way Ms. Batavia writes!! She leaves nothing hanging and each book starts right where one ended!! I have read 6 of her books in the past week. Tokoyo is a Good girl overall mixed with a little Thug! Her twin is a bit mess and I want to see how her Karma comes back on her. Smdh at No Hands!! Right clicking now for Book 2.
I gave a 5 🌟 rating, because I absolutely love the way Ms. Batavia writes!! She leaves nothing hanging and each book starts right where one ended!! I have read 6 of her books in the past week. Tokoyo is a Good girl overall mixed with a little Thug! Her twin is a bit mess and I want to see how her Karma comes back on her. Smdh at No Hands!! Right clicking now for Book 2.
January 9, 2025
I wasn’t a fan of the whole switch-a-roo. Tokyo better than me cause I wouldn’t have believed a word outta Tassana’s mouth. Tokyo already knew Tassana only pursued Kauzie because she knew how Tokyo felt about him, so fr Tokyo shouldn’t have felt guilty 🤷🏾♀️ When you move foul, karma will catch up to you. I will say I loved Tokyo & Kauzie’s chemistry. It felt very real & authentic ❤️ You could see the love they held for each other & how it ran deeper than platonically.
June 26, 2017
Great read
This whole story is bananas! Tokyo and Kauzie were crazy and the way the had this forbidden love going on made the storyline so much better. They just need to throw Tassana was she's triflin and was wrong how she manipulated Tokyo. Kyree and No Hands are crazy but I hope she finds love.
This whole story is bananas! Tokyo and Kauzie were crazy and the way the had this forbidden love going on made the storyline so much better. They just need to throw Tassana was she's triflin and was wrong how she manipulated Tokyo. Kyree and No Hands are crazy but I hope she finds love.
March 16, 2020
🔥🔥🔥🔥
This book was so good and full of drama. That damn no hands is funny as all hell 🤣🤣. Tassana is a whole mess, she is a snake in the grass. I hope nothing happens to Tokyo because of her sneaky behind. Kauzie is going to go off on Tassana if something happens to Tokyo. Osari is a rude dude. I hope everyone get what the deserve.
This book was so good and full of drama. That damn no hands is funny as all hell 🤣🤣. Tassana is a whole mess, she is a snake in the grass. I hope nothing happens to Tokyo because of her sneaky behind. Kauzie is going to go off on Tassana if something happens to Tokyo. Osari is a rude dude. I hope everyone get what the deserve.
June 12, 2021
It's a no for me
Didn't like china momma from the jump to ignorant i couldn't even get into the story because of the weird relationship between T&K and the way she talk to other people was just aggravating i wanted somebody to bat her every time she opened her mouth and he was dumb as hell to keep taking up for her
Didn't like china momma from the jump to ignorant i couldn't even get into the story because of the weird relationship between T&K and the way she talk to other people was just aggravating i wanted somebody to bat her every time she opened her mouth and he was dumb as hell to keep taking up for her
June 30, 2022
this was a lot
Tokyo about to get shot over something Tassana did. Tassana hate her sister so much it’s sickening. Kauzie should have came correct to Tokyo by ending things with Tassana first. I hope Tokyo don’t get shit by Osari before everyone tells him what’s really going on. Hurry up book 2
Tokyo about to get shot over something Tassana did. Tassana hate her sister so much it’s sickening. Kauzie should have came correct to Tokyo by ending things with Tassana first. I hope Tokyo don’t get shit by Osari before everyone tells him what’s really going on. Hurry up book 2
May 26, 2017
A great start for a great series
This was a great read. I like Kauzie and Tokyo together. That heart wants what it want. Tassana is so evil and needs to get her stuff together before its to late. I like the other characters too, they are funny as hell.
This was a great read. I like Kauzie and Tokyo together. That heart wants what it want. Tassana is so evil and needs to get her stuff together before its to late. I like the other characters too, they are funny as hell.
February 15, 2018
Tassana is the ultimate snake
The bond and love between Tokyo and Kauzie is everything. Any and everybody knew their true feelings by just being around them. Osari is crazy but he real as hell.
The bond and love between Tokyo and Kauzie is everything. Any and everybody knew their true feelings by just being around them. Osari is crazy but he real as hell.
September 6, 2020
Blood ain't always thicker than water!!!
Man, family is not what it use to be. Tassana, is a snake. How can you do your sister like that. Hate is a powerful drug. Moving on the 2nd part.
Man, family is not what it use to be. Tassana, is a snake. How can you do your sister like that. Hate is a powerful drug. Moving on the 2nd part.
September 19, 2023
Ooh ok this is getting good
This a cool lil story but natavia comes through 99.9% so not surprised. Can't wait for the next read. I want to know what the heck no hands gone do now smh
This a cool lil story but natavia comes through 99.9% so not surprised. Can't wait for the next read. I want to know what the heck no hands gone do now smh
May 6, 2017
The twins
I had a feeling that was gone happen! I didn't trust Tassanna for nothing! For someone to be so educated she sure is a dummy!
I had a feeling that was gone happen! I didn't trust Tassanna for nothing! For someone to be so educated she sure is a dummy!
June 10, 2017
Never Fails
Natavia never fails to give a good story. Her books always have drama and comedy. Can't wait to read part two.
Natavia never fails to give a good story. Her books always have drama and comedy. Can't wait to read part two.
August 6, 2017
Good quick read
Some editing issues but nothing that prevents you from understanding the story. On book two and can't wait to see everything unfold.
Some editing issues but nothing that prevents you from understanding the story. On book two and can't wait to see everything unfold.
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