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Down With the King of the South #3
Down With the King of the South 3
The things that Jashae has undergone in months is equivalent to a lifetime of pain, heartbreak, and turmoil for the average person. Some may even wonder how she's still able to cope with life. How is it that this woman hasn't lost her sanity yet?
With this new revelation regarding Trip's daughter, Maya, Jashae is once again caught in a world of hurt and confusion. She has every right to feel angry, betrayed, and let down, but in the end, this is a child. An innocent child who has already been neglected and mistreated.
What's a woman to do for a child who doesn't share her bloodline but has the same bloodline as Giovonte? Jashae's back is definitely against the wall, and this is a decision that she not only has to make for herself, but she has to consider Miami's feelings as well.
Then, we have Mahogany and Jabari. Two adults who have jumped headfirst into love and are on the verge of becoming new parents. I think we can all agree that we're rooting for these two. Preparing for a new baby and taking a chance on love is transformational for them both. It's still fresh, so when an ex from Jabari's past pops up, can she slowly destroy this union before it really gets started? Can things about Jabari and his ex be enough for Mahogany to bow out, or will she stand her ground in Jabari's life and stay down with him no matter what?
With this new revelation regarding Trip's daughter, Maya, Jashae is once again caught in a world of hurt and confusion. She has every right to feel angry, betrayed, and let down, but in the end, this is a child. An innocent child who has already been neglected and mistreated.
What's a woman to do for a child who doesn't share her bloodline but has the same bloodline as Giovonte? Jashae's back is definitely against the wall, and this is a decision that she not only has to make for herself, but she has to consider Miami's feelings as well.
Then, we have Mahogany and Jabari. Two adults who have jumped headfirst into love and are on the verge of becoming new parents. I think we can all agree that we're rooting for these two. Preparing for a new baby and taking a chance on love is transformational for them both. It's still fresh, so when an ex from Jabari's past pops up, can she slowly destroy this union before it really gets started? Can things about Jabari and his ex be enough for Mahogany to bow out, or will she stand her ground in Jabari's life and stay down with him no matter what?
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Published June 28, 2019
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March 4, 2021
Getting down
Jabri congrats!! This story has made me cry, cuss, and laugh. There's nothing like family to keep you on your toes.
Jabri congrats!! This story has made me cry, cuss, and laugh. There's nothing like family to keep you on your toes.
June 30, 2019
Never ending drama but LOVE it
That ending wow not big bad Jabri passing out from the birth of his daughter lol but I hope that he just passed out and nothing is seriously wrong. It's like Jashae can't be great for nothing, I don't know if I was in her position I could do what she's doing but I am glad she letting Trip know how she really feel. I see where Miami coming from when he got mad at Jashae because it's like Trip in jail and he still causing problems within their relationship. I surely can't wait for part 4 because it's alot more I need answers to and I feel like I'm going to get them next book. Great read Diamond don't have me waiting long
That ending wow not big bad Jabri passing out from the birth of his daughter lol but I hope that he just passed out and nothing is seriously wrong. It's like Jashae can't be great for nothing, I don't know if I was in her position I could do what she's doing but I am glad she letting Trip know how she really feel. I see where Miami coming from when he got mad at Jashae because it's like Trip in jail and he still causing problems within their relationship. I surely can't wait for part 4 because it's alot more I need answers to and I feel like I'm going to get them next book. Great read Diamond don't have me waiting long
June 30, 2019
When series should be over
I am unsure on why this series is 4 books. It’s being drawn out at this point and a forth book isn’t necessary! Also the way Jabari treat Kenyatta wasn’t kool and her character was unnecessary. There was no character growth and the plot was weak. You continue a series when characters grow and things get better. This book wasn’t it and there is no need for the series to continue.
I am unsure on why this series is 4 books. It’s being drawn out at this point and a forth book isn’t necessary! Also the way Jabari treat Kenyatta wasn’t kool and her character was unnecessary. There was no character growth and the plot was weak. You continue a series when characters grow and things get better. This book wasn’t it and there is no need for the series to continue.
November 22, 2020
Wow!
I can’t get over all the twist and drama. I can’t believe Shae’s father.
Mahogany had every right to be pissed at Jahir but to take it out on Shae was wrong because she was just as clueless as her.
Jabaris mother was so wrong! I hope they don’t allow her in the babies life. That bitch Kenyatta is definitely up to something and I hope she gets rocked!
Miami has got to lighten up he knows what Shae has to deal with when it comes to trip so him walking out was weak asf!!
Krystal needs her ass beat!!!! How you have a baby and when you find out your plans flopped you sign over your rights? Not only that you baby is so fucking delayed you didn’t even care to get her the help.
Trip and Raynell...Lord Raynell is a bird. She considering throwing away her life for someone that doesn’t even have one.
Let me get into part 4 because this whole series is BOMB!!!
I can’t get over all the twist and drama. I can’t believe Shae’s father.
Mahogany had every right to be pissed at Jahir but to take it out on Shae was wrong because she was just as clueless as her.
Jabaris mother was so wrong! I hope they don’t allow her in the babies life. That bitch Kenyatta is definitely up to something and I hope she gets rocked!
Miami has got to lighten up he knows what Shae has to deal with when it comes to trip so him walking out was weak asf!!
Krystal needs her ass beat!!!! How you have a baby and when you find out your plans flopped you sign over your rights? Not only that you baby is so fucking delayed you didn’t even care to get her the help.
Trip and Raynell...Lord Raynell is a bird. She considering throwing away her life for someone that doesn’t even have one.
Let me get into part 4 because this whole series is BOMB!!!
December 1, 2020
I didn't mean to crack up laughing 😹😂😭
You got me when Jabari passed out on the bathroom floor 😹😂😭
I swear, God is really working on Jabari on some get-back shit 😹😹
Looking forward to the 4th and final installment. I bet Mahogany wishes she recorded the bathroom scene 😂😭
I really hope Jashae comes to her senses that she's really fucking up where Miami is concerned, and at the same time I hope Trip get whats really coming to him, he ain't nothing but a fuck up and dead weight at its finest. Shae betta wake the hell up before Miami gets fed-the-fuck-up.
Hopefully Mahogany and Shae reconciles and Mahogany can start to build that father-daughter relationship with Jahir, I know one thing fo'sure, they've been Besties all their lives so now they are sisters the love and loyalty will be off the charts. Good read 👍
You got me when Jabari passed out on the bathroom floor 😹😂😭
I swear, God is really working on Jabari on some get-back shit 😹😹
Looking forward to the 4th and final installment. I bet Mahogany wishes she recorded the bathroom scene 😂😭
I really hope Jashae comes to her senses that she's really fucking up where Miami is concerned, and at the same time I hope Trip get whats really coming to him, he ain't nothing but a fuck up and dead weight at its finest. Shae betta wake the hell up before Miami gets fed-the-fuck-up.
Hopefully Mahogany and Shae reconciles and Mahogany can start to build that father-daughter relationship with Jahir, I know one thing fo'sure, they've been Besties all their lives so now they are sisters the love and loyalty will be off the charts. Good read 👍
October 11, 2020
Soft Jabari
Jabari has to get through to his mom about her interference. Kennedy is going to get herself hurt and all her hard work will be for nothing. Let Jashae get get her head together and tell Miami what she is doing when talking to Trip's inconsiderate tail. Where is this sick grammer coming from, "ain't it?" who says that!!! Shae needs to be there for her sister as she always has and Mahogany needs to remember all the times Jahir had done for her growing up. I'm waiting for Granny to summon Mahogany and get her view on her son hiding her paternity from her & Mahogany.
Jabari has to get through to his mom about her interference. Kennedy is going to get herself hurt and all her hard work will be for nothing. Let Jashae get get her head together and tell Miami what she is doing when talking to Trip's inconsiderate tail. Where is this sick grammer coming from, "ain't it?" who says that!!! Shae needs to be there for her sister as she always has and Mahogany needs to remember all the times Jahir had done for her growing up. I'm waiting for Granny to summon Mahogany and get her view on her son hiding her paternity from her & Mahogany.
June 8, 2021
Wowww!!!! That ending though...
I laughed so much at the end of this book when Mahogany is going into labor. It was too funny seeing how Jabari acted. This was another great read from this author. This series is very entertaining. I have shed tears, laughed, and everything reading this book. On to the next part...
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
I laughed so much at the end of this book when Mahogany is going into labor. It was too funny seeing how Jabari acted. This was another great read from this author. This series is very entertaining. I have shed tears, laughed, and everything reading this book. On to the next part...
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
March 21, 2023
Where Part 4
Lawd these women be delusional cause what’s wrong with Kenyatta smh let that hurt go baby. I can’t believe they sisters though ain’t nobody loyal but I know they gonna be cool again so I ain’t even questioning that. Shae better stop letting Trip ruin her life dang he already did that enough. Krystal is so sorry Omg ain’t got no business having kids and got the nerve to sleep with her cousin man smh
Lawd these women be delusional cause what’s wrong with Kenyatta smh let that hurt go baby. I can’t believe they sisters though ain’t nobody loyal but I know they gonna be cool again so I ain’t even questioning that. Shae better stop letting Trip ruin her life dang he already did that enough. Krystal is so sorry Omg ain’t got no business having kids and got the nerve to sleep with her cousin man smh
October 10, 2020
Great read
Omg so many twist and turns. The story flowed so well, I really hope Shae and Mahogany can repair their friendship. I also hope that Miami and Shae’s relationship get better. I’m so sick and tired of trip.
Omg so many twist and turns. The story flowed so well, I really hope Shae and Mahogany can repair their friendship. I also hope that Miami and Shae’s relationship get better. I’m so sick and tired of trip.
December 5, 2023
Wooooooo Weeeeeeees
Dudes and Dudettes this is GOOD 👍. So much going on and these characters are the truth. What the heck is wrong with dude with a life sentence wanting his baby momma do it with him..man gtfoh
Dudes and Dudettes this is GOOD 👍. So much going on and these characters are the truth. What the heck is wrong with dude with a life sentence wanting his baby momma do it with him..man gtfoh
September 7, 2020
wait
i don't care shae was wrong bucking up at mahogany like that. Shae your daddy was wrong and in that moment your defending him. jabari better trash that garbage
i don't care shae was wrong bucking up at mahogany like that. Shae your daddy was wrong and in that moment your defending him. jabari better trash that garbage
February 22, 2021
Omg
Lol what an ending so funny. I can't wait to read the next part . This was so good . Loved it
Lol what an ending so funny. I can't wait to read the next part . This was so good . Loved it
June 1, 2021
Nice
Feeling everything that going on right now. I know trip gonna get out and wreck havoc. Can't wait for the next installment.
Feeling everything that going on right now. I know trip gonna get out and wreck havoc. Can't wait for the next installment.
April 18, 2023
Mannnn this book was something else. Jabari mother is crazy and a mess. I hope mahogany and shae fix they friendship. I can't wait to read the next book.
October 2, 2023
Omg
This is so good. I don't want the series to end. So many twists & emotions. One minute I'm in my feelings the next I'm laughing. These exes are something else though.
This is so good. I don't want the series to end. So many twists & emotions. One minute I'm in my feelings the next I'm laughing. These exes are something else though.
November 3, 2023
AWESOME READ
Great cliffhanger. Jabari is so funny. Shaw is an awesome women and Trop is so selfish and immature. About to read book 4…
Great cliffhanger. Jabari is so funny. Shaw is an awesome women and Trop is so selfish and immature. About to read book 4…
January 7, 2025
I loved this !!!
April 2, 2025
Great book series
All Diamond Johnson books are a good read. You just couldn't get enough of it before you know it. You will have read all 4 series of the book. Great read
All Diamond Johnson books are a good read. You just couldn't get enough of it before you know it. You will have read all 4 series of the book. Great read
March 21, 2022
Thirty years of secret’s
These moms are unbelievable Jabari, Mahogany moms and Shae’s pop all a mess. Remember what’s done in the dark comes to the light, this story was amazing and Trip needs to just do his dam time and leave people be because everyone he gets involved with loose something
These moms are unbelievable Jabari, Mahogany moms and Shae’s pop all a mess. Remember what’s done in the dark comes to the light, this story was amazing and Trip needs to just do his dam time and leave people be because everyone he gets involved with loose something
November 8, 2019
This was again a neutral read... Towards the end it did pick up the pace a little bit... I can see that this book is bringing in other characters to build up the storyline a little bit more... I can say that a few people are getting on my nerves...
I am not sure how I feel with Jashae taking on Trip's responsibility... I mean I know that this is an innocent child... But she is asking a lot of Miami... I mean him and Trip got beef, yet he is willing to do what he has to do to keep Jashae happy... But here goes Jashae still making herself look shady by hiding things... Miami has been nothig but good to her... And she thinks that she is trying to protect Miami when all she is doing is making herself look shady... Now look at what has happened... She may have lost the best thing to ever happen to her and all because she could not keep it real and really leave Trip alone... let's see how this relationship will play out...
Then Jashae and Mahogany are having issues and it has nothing to do with them... Man they just can't catch a break...
Jabari and Mahogany have been really going through it... But I give it to Jabari... He has been hanging in there dealing with it all... Mahogany was doing so much that she was getting on my nerves and I was over her...
Jabari's mama I could not stand and she knew that she was super wrong for doing what she did... I mean I know that is his mom and everything and he checked her for what she did... But he should also have cut her off financially for a while and let his mother see that she can't be doing things like that and if she keeps it up then she will have to fend for herself... But now look at what his mother has brought back into his life... Nothing but drama...
Now to see where this really will go... Will Miami throw in the towel and finally walk away or will he give it one more try... Will Jashae get it together or will it be to late... Will Trip succeed in his mission or will it be an epic fail... Will Jabari and Mahogany be okay or has his mother gone to far... Let's find out in part 4...
I am not sure how I feel with Jashae taking on Trip's responsibility... I mean I know that this is an innocent child... But she is asking a lot of Miami... I mean him and Trip got beef, yet he is willing to do what he has to do to keep Jashae happy... But here goes Jashae still making herself look shady by hiding things... Miami has been nothig but good to her... And she thinks that she is trying to protect Miami when all she is doing is making herself look shady... Now look at what has happened... She may have lost the best thing to ever happen to her and all because she could not keep it real and really leave Trip alone... let's see how this relationship will play out...
Then Jashae and Mahogany are having issues and it has nothing to do with them... Man they just can't catch a break...
Jabari and Mahogany have been really going through it... But I give it to Jabari... He has been hanging in there dealing with it all... Mahogany was doing so much that she was getting on my nerves and I was over her...
Jabari's mama I could not stand and she knew that she was super wrong for doing what she did... I mean I know that is his mom and everything and he checked her for what she did... But he should also have cut her off financially for a while and let his mother see that she can't be doing things like that and if she keeps it up then she will have to fend for herself... But now look at what his mother has brought back into his life... Nothing but drama...
Now to see where this really will go... Will Miami throw in the towel and finally walk away or will he give it one more try... Will Jashae get it together or will it be to late... Will Trip succeed in his mission or will it be an epic fail... Will Jabari and Mahogany be okay or has his mother gone to far... Let's find out in part 4...
October 1, 2019
Awwww Bari 😂 He couldn't take it 🤦♀ Bless his heart 😂😂🤣 I'm so ready for Trip to die though. I'm so sick of him. Just kill him already 🤣 And Miami trippin for real. She shouldn't have lied to him true enough, but she also wanted to just stop the drama between the 2! I can't tell Miami the king of the south. For the king he sure letting another dude get away with disrespecting his throne 🤷♀ He swear he know somebody who can have him touched but it may be too late any way cause now he planning on escaping. King of the south want the calls to stop so bad then end him and take it to your grave and don't tell Shae. True she go find out he was murdered but make sure she believe it was by someone he was locked up with. I'm just ready for his chapter in the book to end. That would just make my day! Well let me get to book 4!
June 30, 2019
More Drama
Picked up right where the last installment left off with drama and more drama. I didn't like they way that Jabari was being betrayed. Why are we're now having a Jabari and Kenyatta plot....a problem plus add in his Mama. I'm sick of Shae and the Trip mess, she's moved on why does he keep popping up with some drama. I really love Miami and how he loves Shad. I really hope it's not drama with then coming beside what they already dealing with with Maya, Krystal and Trip. I'm still enjoying the story but it's beginning to feel kinda dragged out. But definitely loved that ending.... Jabari passed out. Bring on the finale Diamond Johnson.
Picked up right where the last installment left off with drama and more drama. I didn't like they way that Jabari was being betrayed. Why are we're now having a Jabari and Kenyatta plot....a problem plus add in his Mama. I'm sick of Shae and the Trip mess, she's moved on why does he keep popping up with some drama. I really love Miami and how he loves Shad. I really hope it's not drama with then coming beside what they already dealing with with Maya, Krystal and Trip. I'm still enjoying the story but it's beginning to feel kinda dragged out. But definitely loved that ending.... Jabari passed out. Bring on the finale Diamond Johnson.
June 30, 2019
😂😂😂😂😂 really Bari
That had me laughing so hard!!!!! Mahogany better hold this over his head forever 😂😂.
Next point: that maybe ex baby mama gonna be trouble. I can feel it. What was the point of going to her job?? And Bari gonna have to really put his mom in her place. But I feel like Mahogany is gonna do it for/before him.
On to Miami I get why he's mad but I'm gonna need him to deal with it cause I love them together!! Shae stop trying to cover things up and omitting information, you wouldn't want him doing it to you. (talking to her like she's reading this 😂)
That had me laughing so hard!!!!! Mahogany better hold this over his head forever 😂😂.
Next point: that maybe ex baby mama gonna be trouble. I can feel it. What was the point of going to her job?? And Bari gonna have to really put his mom in her place. But I feel like Mahogany is gonna do it for/before him.
On to Miami I get why he's mad but I'm gonna need him to deal with it cause I love them together!! Shae stop trying to cover things up and omitting information, you wouldn't want him doing it to you. (talking to her like she's reading this 😂)
June 30, 2019
Loved it as always!!
Picked up right where it left out. Miami is still a good man I understand how he felt about Krystal and Trip daughter he wasnt being mean he was trying to be careful. Just like Shae to try and save the world. Now Krystal how could you just leave your daughter like that. Jabari mama was something else. Jabari and Mahogany went through a couple of rough paths. I cant believe that Mahogany and Shae are sisters. Ready for part 4.
Picked up right where it left out. Miami is still a good man I understand how he felt about Krystal and Trip daughter he wasnt being mean he was trying to be careful. Just like Shae to try and save the world. Now Krystal how could you just leave your daughter like that. Jabari mama was something else. Jabari and Mahogany went through a couple of rough paths. I cant believe that Mahogany and Shae are sisters. Ready for part 4.
July 24, 2019
Great read
Jashae and Miami still hanging strong and more drama. Jashae has taken responsibility to take care of Krystal and Trip daughter because she left Maya with his mother. Jabari and Mahogany are married and expecting their first baby. Mahogany delivery her baby in the shower Jabari passed out. Jashae and Mahogany are now sister. Miami dad is sick with cancer. Can't wait to read book 4.
Jashae and Miami still hanging strong and more drama. Jashae has taken responsibility to take care of Krystal and Trip daughter because she left Maya with his mother. Jabari and Mahogany are married and expecting their first baby. Mahogany delivery her baby in the shower Jabari passed out. Jashae and Mahogany are now sister. Miami dad is sick with cancer. Can't wait to read book 4.
June 29, 2019
Great read
Part 3 brought more drama for the couples but more bonding. Mahogany and Jabari are finally more solid but that ending has me worrying about baby girl. I feel so sorry about the revelation of her father. Miami and Shae has something that can thether them together for life but will Maya keep her tethered to Tripp as well? Part 4 can’t come soon enough!
Part 3 brought more drama for the couples but more bonding. Mahogany and Jabari are finally more solid but that ending has me worrying about baby girl. I feel so sorry about the revelation of her father. Miami and Shae has something that can thether them together for life but will Maya keep her tethered to Tripp as well? Part 4 can’t come soon enough!
June 30, 2019
The Drama Continues
Mahogany and Jabari are definitely made for one another! I can't believe he passed out when he saw that the baby was coming! Jashae keeps doing things to make Miami not trust her and she's gonna lose him. Hopefully she'll realize it's better to tell him upfront than think she's protecting them. Hopefully part four will be out soon!
Mahogany and Jabari are definitely made for one another! I can't believe he passed out when he saw that the baby was coming! Jashae keeps doing things to make Miami not trust her and she's gonna lose him. Hopefully she'll realize it's better to tell him upfront than think she's protecting them. Hopefully part four will be out soon!
July 1, 2019
Amazing 😉 Part 3
Miami ain’t playing I’m loving every minute of this book. If your looking for something to pull you in and have you wanting mor this is the series and a true banger. Tripp still with his nonsense when will he be dealt with. Krystal thought a baby as keeping a man sorry baby it not. Use go read the series you want be disappointed.. so much drama
Miami ain’t playing I’m loving every minute of this book. If your looking for something to pull you in and have you wanting mor this is the series and a true banger. Tripp still with his nonsense when will he be dealt with. Krystal thought a baby as keeping a man sorry baby it not. Use go read the series you want be disappointed.. so much drama
July 2, 2019
Stop letting men in prison control you
I was so passed at jashae wanting to keep the daughter. Than he still calling and talking stupid to her. When you got a chance to move on without strings attached that's what she should have done. Then the girl talking about she supposed to keep her daughter. WOW
I was so passed at jashae wanting to keep the daughter. Than he still calling and talking stupid to her. When you got a chance to move on without strings attached that's what she should have done. Then the girl talking about she supposed to keep her daughter. WOW
July 31, 2019
Great Book 3!!
I know Jabari with all the mouth didn’t just pass out😂😂. This book was needed no matter what the reviews said. Shae and Miami was strong to raise a child that wasn’t neither of there’s. Tripp is crazy and need to simmer down. Bari mother needs help. You can’t chose your child’s love boo.
I know Jabari with all the mouth didn’t just pass out😂😂. This book was needed no matter what the reviews said. Shae and Miami was strong to raise a child that wasn’t neither of there’s. Tripp is crazy and need to simmer down. Bari mother needs help. You can’t chose your child’s love boo.
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