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Divine & Friends #5
It's a Curl Thing
From bestselling author Jacquelin Thomas comes the first novel in a spin-off of her inspirational teen fiction series featuring divine matthews-Hardison and her friends.
Senior prom is only one day away and Divine’s friend, Rhyann Hamilton, is having a really bad day. She is in desperate need of major hair repair after her cousin’s attempt at styling has wreaked havoc on Rhyann’s tresses. In tears, Rhyann schedules an emergency appointment at an unknown salon only to end up with most of her hair chopped off, and not enough money to pay for the expensive appointment. Luckily, the owner is sympathetic and offers Rhyann a chance to work off the money she owes. Through this arrangement she meets a very special person who will challenge her, inspire her, and change Rhyann’s life forever...
Fast-paced, fun, and inspirational, It’s a Curl Thing features wonderfully engaging characters facing everyday challenges, as they try to find a balance between personal success and maintaining their Christian principles.
Senior prom is only one day away and Divine’s friend, Rhyann Hamilton, is having a really bad day. She is in desperate need of major hair repair after her cousin’s attempt at styling has wreaked havoc on Rhyann’s tresses. In tears, Rhyann schedules an emergency appointment at an unknown salon only to end up with most of her hair chopped off, and not enough money to pay for the expensive appointment. Luckily, the owner is sympathetic and offers Rhyann a chance to work off the money she owes. Through this arrangement she meets a very special person who will challenge her, inspire her, and change Rhyann’s life forever...
Fast-paced, fun, and inspirational, It’s a Curl Thing features wonderfully engaging characters facing everyday challenges, as they try to find a balance between personal success and maintaining their Christian principles.
288 pages, Paperback
First published May 7, 2009
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About the author
Jacquelin Thomas
124 books398 followersJacquelin Thomas is an award-winning, best selling author with 94 titles published. Her books have garnered several awards, including two EMMA awards, the Romance In Color Reviewers Award, Readers Choice Award and the Atlanta Choice Award in the Religious & Spiritual category. Jacquelin was a 2005 honoree at the Houston Black Film Festival for the movie adaptation of her novel, Hidden Blessings. She was the first recipient to receive the Writers Achievement Award at the North Carolina Book Festival in Winston-Salem. She also received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Romantic Times Magazine.
Jacquelin has published in the romance, women's fiction, inspirational and young adult genres. Her second book in the YA series, Divine Confidential was nominated for a 2008 NAACP Image Award.
Jacquelin is happily married to her best friend and is the proud mother of three children. Jacquelin and her family live in North Carolina.
Jacquelin has published in the romance, women's fiction, inspirational and young adult genres. Her second book in the YA series, Divine Confidential was nominated for a 2008 NAACP Image Award.
Jacquelin is happily married to her best friend and is the proud mother of three children. Jacquelin and her family live in North Carolina.
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March 5, 2018
It has been a really long time since I have finished a book and I almost wanted to cry. I have to give props to any book/author who can make me want to cry.
July 22, 2009
Drama in My Life
Rhyann Hamilton, Diva Divine’s bff, isn’t like her girlfriends. While they may attend the same school and are friends, Rhyann’s family isn’t rich, nor do they live in a mansion. Things Rhyann wants she has to work hard for, which she does because she dreams of college and one day becoming a lawyer.
While Rhyann may not be a rich or apart of Hollywood’s elite like Divine and Mimi are, she is not afraid to show off her smarts, witty remarks or her reasonably priced clothing. However, when it comes to her best male friend, Traven, she can’t admit that she’s feeling him in a whole new way.
With prom just around the corner, Rhyann is jazzed and can’t wait to showcase the dress her aunt made for her. Now all she needs is for Tameka, her sister, to get her do done right and she’s all set. A messed up do is a big fat NOT for prom night. Mimi, suggests CROWNING GLORY for an emergency make over. Rhyann looks fierce, though she had to cut it down some, but once it’s time to pay for the new look she’s more than a little short. Luckily the owner, Marilee, is kind and willing to allow Rhyann to work off the remaining balance. What Rhyann receives in return is a genuine friendship and a chance to learn more about history, racism and unity.
IT’S A CURL THING by Jacquelin Thomas is a great read. As usual, Jacquelin uses real life experiences, God and tosses in a few fashionista moments and the story comes together perfectly. I was worried that we’d seen the last of Divine, but she is still very much affiliated with the story. I’m really looking forward to getting to know more about Rhyann and her family.
Rhyann Hamilton, Diva Divine’s bff, isn’t like her girlfriends. While they may attend the same school and are friends, Rhyann’s family isn’t rich, nor do they live in a mansion. Things Rhyann wants she has to work hard for, which she does because she dreams of college and one day becoming a lawyer.
While Rhyann may not be a rich or apart of Hollywood’s elite like Divine and Mimi are, she is not afraid to show off her smarts, witty remarks or her reasonably priced clothing. However, when it comes to her best male friend, Traven, she can’t admit that she’s feeling him in a whole new way.
With prom just around the corner, Rhyann is jazzed and can’t wait to showcase the dress her aunt made for her. Now all she needs is for Tameka, her sister, to get her do done right and she’s all set. A messed up do is a big fat NOT for prom night. Mimi, suggests CROWNING GLORY for an emergency make over. Rhyann looks fierce, though she had to cut it down some, but once it’s time to pay for the new look she’s more than a little short. Luckily the owner, Marilee, is kind and willing to allow Rhyann to work off the remaining balance. What Rhyann receives in return is a genuine friendship and a chance to learn more about history, racism and unity.
IT’S A CURL THING by Jacquelin Thomas is a great read. As usual, Jacquelin uses real life experiences, God and tosses in a few fashionista moments and the story comes together perfectly. I was worried that we’d seen the last of Divine, but she is still very much affiliated with the story. I’m really looking forward to getting to know more about Rhyann and her family.
July 17, 2015
Decent book but way to short and I did not like the way it ended
September 25, 2012
It's a great book for teenagers, but I'm 31 years old and still enjoyed it. :)
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