Author: Victoria Christopher Murray
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416566988
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 212

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From the bestselling author of The Personal Librarian comes the fourth book in the The Divas series. Diamond, India, Veronique, and Aaliyah are fifteen-year-old high school sophomores on their way to becoming the hottest new group to hit gospel music—The Divas. That is, if they win the team talent competition. Now, the fourth book in the series follows Aaliyah, as she comes face to face with a secret from her past.. Straight-A student and “brainiac” of the group, Aaliyah is an only child living with her father, the deputy Chief of Police in Los Angeles. Even though Aaliyah isn’t interested in singing, she’s shown a remarkable, natural talent since childhood. It takes a bit of persuading to get Aaliyah to be a part of the Divas, but she gives in, and joins the group to be close to her friends. During one of their rehearsals, the girls hear a song by Zena, a successful African American singer. All the other girls are inspired and imagine themselves being as successful one day—except for Aaliyah, who turns off the CD and grumbles that they can find a better role model. Then, when Aaliyah learns that Zena will be attending their performance—accompanied by her father—her whole world comes crashing down. And all of her friends, who’d been told that Aaliyah’s mother died when she was a baby, suddenly realize where her natural singing ability came from…

Author: Randall Barnes
Publisher: DC Bookdiva Publications
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322

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Meet Aaliyah Anderson, a beautiful, intelligent, ambitious thirteen-year-old young woman ready to take over the world. With her mom being a superstar broadcast journalist and her older brother Damon being an acclaimed writer and star sports player. Aaliyah lives a fantastic life. Aaliyah quickly learns that her good life, doesn't separate her from life's problems. She has to deal with tons of hardships and avoid many obstacles along her path to achieving her short term goal of finally making it to high school and what she feels will bring her closer to her dreams of being a CEO of a company. Aaliyah has to deal with overwhelming family issues such as the divorce of her parents and the result of her "father's" unfaithfulness, infidelity, and a family secret that turns her world upside down. As if her family wasn't messed up enough, her eleven-year old brother turns to the streets and joins the Eastside Rydahz, one of the most notorious gangs in the city. Her eldest brother Jeffery, or high-ranked Rydah 808, hates everything about Aaliyah and she doesn't understand it. All Aaliyah wants is to have the ideal loving, united family and it hurts her that their situation is seemingly fractured beyond repair. To make things even more pressing, she lives in the ruthless city of Willowsfield, statistically the #1 most dangerous city in America, where senseless community violence is the norm and life expectancy is low. With the pressure to succeed and make it out of the ditch that Aaliyah calls her hometown, she still has to deal with more problems that test her patience. With its realistic characters, life-like setting and dynamic message, The Diary of Aaliyah Anderson is entertaining and a sure fire conversation starter on what we need to do as a generation.

Author: Kyra Gates
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1465377832
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 445

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In fairy tales love usually last forever but the life of Lasette Nirobee is no fairy tale. In Tortured Soul she will learn the truth and the truth will tear her apart. In love with two immortal creatures Lasette must decide who she will give her heart too-who it’s always belonged too. Lost in emotions, heart broken, and tortured with the choices she’s made. A friend suggest that she vacation in New Orleans for some Rest and Relaxation but what she finds there will forever change her; a blood lust and a love she’s never experienced before may give her the power to settle the timeless feud and end the destructive reign of her sister Mechelle Nirobee... And while Lasette remains tortured; Nicholas and Anthony fight for her love. Daron matures and holds everyone together but finds himself in the middle of his own love triangle. A change is coming are you ready... Walkers Book II Tortured Soul

Author: Sage Young
Publisher: Sage Young Publications
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 178

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"I don’t hate my enemies because that can affect my judgment. I respect them because they now have my attention." Power, Money, and Blood. Christos Laskaris didn’t choose his life; it was his birthright as the son of one of the most powerful mafia bosses in the country. The shadow of his father’s legacy forced Christos to rule without mercy to prove himself worthy of being the heir to the throne.

Author: Catelyn Meadows
Publisher: Cortney Pearson
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 230

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Her father’s wish is her command. Aaliyah is living her worst nightmare—instead of spearheading her father’s successful hotel chain as its new CEO, her marriage has been arranged. Her father wishes her to wed the handsome billionaire, Zayn Hassan, and being the dutiful daughter she is, Aaliyah agrees. But when her fiancé heads out of town on business, she’s left to plan their wedding with his assistant, River, instead. Without warning, Aaliyah’s feelings take a nosedive. She barely knows her fiancé, but with all this time spent in River’s company, she’s getting know him. In fact, she’s crashing for him. Hard. Aaliyah has always done what’s expected of her, but it might be time to make some wishes of her own. Wishes for a future with River instead of his boss. If only her father wasn’t so controlling. If only wishes came true. If you like the sweet chemistry of Anne-Marie Meyer and the heroic romance of Cami Checketts, you’ll love this forbidden romance and fairytale feel of this captivating series! Buy Aaliyah and the Billionaire’s Lamp, a fairytale romance, to see how things go with the rest of the fraters in Catelyn Meadows’ Once Upon a Billionaire Series!

Author: Natisha Raynor
Publisher: Sullivan Group Publishing
ISBN: 1648408168
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 140

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Life isn’t getting any better for Misa. The drama keeps coming at her full force until she finally gets fed up and decides to fight back. After finding out the part that her best friend Big Tyme played in altering her life, Misa finds that breaking away from him might not be as easy as she hoped. Anika is still the side chick baby mama that won’t quit, until Misa is forced to come completely out of character. Miya is devastated that her relationship with Big Tyme is over, but she’s distracted from misery by the handsome man that hit her with his car. Miya is well on her way to getting over Big Tyme, until she overhears a conversation that makes her break down. Will she be able to let him go and find love again?

Author: Savannah Madison
Publisher: SH Publishing Group LLC
ISBN: 0615400701
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 254

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At a time when most young girls spend their days dreaming of being a princess and playing with their baby dolls. Savannah and her siblings were living a nightmare, combined with sexual, physical and mental abuse at the hands of their mother's husband who would forever be known as "Daddy"! Daddy had rules upon rules, and those rules were used to demonstrate and extract his power. A controlling power that he used to have sex with and privately marry his young daughters. But Savannah had enough, she had to find a way to overcome his power, and break free from all his rules. Savannah Madison shares this true story of pain and triumph, affliction and victory in Daddy's Wives. Daddy's Wives reveals the personal story of a young girl and her siblings who experienced child sexual abuse and incest by a man who openly practiced polygamy. Savannah's faith in God gave her the strength to overcome a painful childhood, and dedicate her life to God. Her perseverance allowed her to become a loyal wife and loving mother. This novel is sure to bring tears to the eyes of its readers, as well as joy and praise for the powerful work God does through and in Savannah's life.

Author: Kyra Gates
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1456899643
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 424

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Lasette I love you said the voice in my head. I burned from the torture those words meant. I had done the unspeakable. I knew he loved me and I loved him. How could I go back? How could Tyler a mere human have this much a hold on me? The love I have for Anthony is trying to pull me back but the mistakes Ive made are fueling the fire to stay here with Tyler. Do I love him.is thats whats holding me here? Anthony hurt me; tore my heart right from my very chest but what I had done was unspeakable.

Author: Clive Hiscox
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1543485685
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 197

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My story reflects upon our recent family history and how we lived our lives through minor trials and tribulations. Along the way it includes highlights which usually involved fun and good humour thanks mainly to a certain individual. As the story unfolds, many characters appear and yet it soon becomes clear that most of them share something in common. They are all part of a unique little village in Bristol called Stoke Gifford and it's here where the biggest character of them all claims his fame.

Author: Natisha Raynor
Publisher: Sullivan Group Publishing
ISBN: 164840815X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 159

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After the death of Misa’s husband, her world turned upside down. From Philly’s side chick asking for money for an outside baby to a ghost from Misa’s past popping up and staking claim to one of her children, life has been one roller coaster ride. The only thing that gives Misa a slight bit of solace is the affection from her long-time best friend, Big Tyme. With each hug and kiss from him, Misa no longer feels guilty about moving on so quickly after her husband’s death. The love from Big Tyme is much needed, until his scorned ex reveals a secret to Misa that shatters her entire world and breaks what little heart she has left. Losing her father to the feds and her stepfather to the streets, has Aaliyah scared to love a dope boy, but she is drawn to Menalique like a magnet. He is the kind of man that her mother loved for fifteen years, and Aaliyah couldn’t leave him alone if she tried. The only problem is, the drama with him and her ex is getting thick. Aaliyah fears for Menalique’s safety and his freedom every time he leaves the house. No matter how much he reassures her that he’s good, Aaliyah can’t find comfort, but she makes the effort to be happy. All of that effort may be for nothing when the woman that Menalique left behind in Texas, pays him a surprise visit. You don’t want to miss the jaw-dropping drama that this sequel brings.