Bøger af Nikki Brown

With the odds stacked against her, the only thing that Sayora can find solace in is the Karma of everyone who has ever wronged her. Set on a mission, she forces herself to tame her needy heart, but Omega has other plans. He refuses to let Sayora push him away and he does what he needs to do to let her know that he's in her corner but not everyone is okay with that. With custody battles, secrets, and drama at every bend, Sayora and Omega must fight for not only their children but for their sanity. Will they fold or prove just how their hearts are built.

***This is a Re-Release of Something About The Hood In Her***Sometimes LUST can get you into things that LOVE can't get you out of.Vinny's love for Cami is unlike anything that he has ever felt before but in his heart, he knows that he's not ready to give in to the fairytale life that she dreams of. The luxuries of being at the head of the Maler Empire affords him a plethora of "opportunities" that interfere with what he's trying to build with her. Cami knows her worth, so the fact that she allows Vinny to do what he does shows just how much she loves him but that's proving not to be enough anymore. In his mind, he's young and has time but what he doesn't know is that Cami is at her breaking point and when Skylar steps on the scene, his time may really be up. Spiff feels like he's stuck in a relationship with the mother of his son, Porsha. Him and Cami didn't have the best upbringing and all he ever wanted was a family to call his own. He knew early on that Porsha wasn't the woman he wanted that with but when she got pregnant, he manned up and handled his responsibility. A situation arose and that caused a rift in Spiff's life that left him single, and looking for care for his son. When AD Maler introduces him to Magic, he's drawn to her instantly, but she has some dark secrets of her own. With Porsha still in the background, will the two be able to act on their attraction to each other or will LIFE intercept and end everything before it even begins. In this spin off to "He Brings Out The Hood In Me" you get to see the other side of the Maler Empire, while witnessing Spiff and Vinny battle the ins and outs of love.

The one thing that True always wanted was a family that he could call his own. Growing up with two loving parents and being shown what love was, he wanted to be able to share that with someone else. He thought he had that when he met Angel, until she showed him just how wrong he was. Angel's deception placed a lock on his heart until he runs into a friend from his childhood and old feelings arise. The only issue is she's going through a storm of her own. Can he be what she needs or will the effects of what he's been through interfere with what he needs to be for her. Kalari is living the simple life. She's running a successful business with her sister and spending all the time she can with the man she loves, Dalon. Everything in her world is perfect until someone walks in and shakes things up for her leaving her confused and broken hearted. Just when she thinks love is no longer in the cards for her, True comes along and gives her everything that she never knew she needed. Will Dalon allow her to move on without him? Or will Kalari become a victim of his selfish wrath. A second chance at love can either make or break you. In this standalone novel, True and Kalari figure out how to navigate love through heartbreak and deceit. While Kalari finds out what it truly means to possess The Heart Of A Bad Boy.

****This is a RERELEASE*****Sutton's relationship with Kahleno has proven to be everything that she needs after her break up with Trouble but there is just one thing that's standing in the way of their true happiness, Hudson, her father. Hudson stands firm in his reasoning about why he doesn't want his daughter with a man like Kahleno, and not even Sutton's feelings will change that. Will Sutton take heed to her father's warnings or will she follow her heart? When Sutton walked into Kahleno's life he knew that she was it for him and he vowed to never let anyone come in between that, not even her father. On a mission to show Sutton that her father is wrong, he runs across a few issues of his own and they come in the form of his son's mother, Karson. Can he keep Karson's irrational tactics under control, or will she force her way into their relationship and ruin it forever? After being forced to up and move, Icelynn vowed to close her heart off to men for a while. Her main focus is to take care of her daughter and finish school. The last thing on her mind was a man until she walked on the Maler farm and met the man of her dreams, Adoreé. When her past comes looking for her will she be able to be the woman that Adoreé needs or will their past come and ruin them before they even get started. Adoreé has never been a people's person, outside of his family and the occasional stripper, he pretty much stays to himself. When he meets Icelynn, better known as Ice at the club he knew right away that she was different. Allowing her to get close to him causes some old wounds to resurface, something that he isn't mentally prepared for. When he's forced to look his past in the eye, will he be able to face the pain, or will he blame Icelynn for drudging up old memories?Ego's and secrets threaten to tear the lives of the Maler's apart. With a huge family secret on the horizon, will they be able to get a grasp on the situation or will life blow up in their faces?

"Blood don't make you family, loyalty does", is a saying that Kayson, Jaako, Omari and Denari Barnes live by. Their troubled childhoods led them all to the one woman who would change their lives forever, Ann Barnes. She loved them and treated them as if they were her own but even, she had secrets that could break them forever. Kayson Barnes is a born leader. He lives and breathes the streets which puts him in a position to take over the family business one day. Women to him were a distraction and he treated them as such, his irresponsible behavior with women caused him to lose someone who was truly in his corner. When she comes back within his grasp, he vows to do everything he needs to do to keep her happy. Will he be able to handle the stress of being what she needs and dealing with what comes with being in the streets?Jaako Barnes is in a complacent relationship with his longtime girlfriend Krista. His loyalty to her keeps him with her but the constant nagging is slowly pushing him to the arms of another woman, a woman who has his heart. Yameka is the brother's lawyer and where Jaako truly wants to be. The secret that Krista is holding just may be what Jaako needs to completely let go but will it be too late? Omari Barnes lives his life day to day, all he wants to do is make money and keep his younger brother, Denari out of trouble. Omari is put in an awkward position when he stumbles upon a situation that leaves him stuck knowing that either way he turns, he's gonna betray one of his brothers. Will he make the right decision? Denari is as reckless as they come, and he doesn't care about anyone but himself. He gets himself into a sticky situation when he chases after the wrong man's woman. Will his actions interfere with the family business, or will the family have to handle his? With lies and deceit at every corner, the journey to the top proves to be impossible and the question becomes, is it worth it?

To love, honor and cherish are the vows that Ocean clung on to when she married her first love Bryce Charles. What Ocean didn't know was that Bryce had his own meaning of the word marriage and faithful was nowhere in his vocabulary. Knowing her worth, Ocean decides to call it quits with Bryce and focus on herself, not knowing that her thug in shining armor was right around the corner. Lucas swoops in and shows Ocean that there is more to life than what she is accustomed to and the two engage in a whirlwind romance. Only problem is Lucas has some baggage of his own. Sony Sharp is smart mouthed and hood as they come. He knows exactly the kind of woman he wants, or at least he thinks he does. When River, a plus size beauty with an even bigger personality steps on the scene he's left confused and fighting his developing feelings. Will the thick bombshell break down the barriers of his heart or will she find solace with another man? Running the streets of Charlotte isn't easy but the Sharp brothers do it with ease. Lucas and Sony handle business with an iron fist and handle anyone who tries to stop them. Life has been pretty easy for the both of them until they meet Ocean and River. Will they be able to separate the growing love they have for the ladies and their love for the streets? Find out in this page turning hood romance.

This one-volume reference work examines a broad range of topics related to the establishment, maintenance, and eventual dismantling of the discriminatory system known as Jim Crow.Many Americans imagine that African Americans' struggle to achieve equal rights has advanced in a linear fashion from the end of slavery until the present. In reality, for more than six decades, African Americans had their civil rights and basic human rights systematically denied in much of the nation. Jim Crow: A Historical Encyclopedia of the American Mosaic sheds new light on how the systematic denigration of African Americans after slavery-known collectively as "Jim Crow"-was established, maintained, and eventually dismantled.Written in a manner appropriate for high school and junior high students as well as undergraduate readers, this book examines the period of Jim Crow after slavery that is often overlooked in American history curricula. An introductory essay frames the work and explains the significance and scope of this regrettable period in American history. Written by experts in their fields, the accessible entries will enable readers to understand the long hard road before the inception of the Civil Rights Movement in the 20th century while also gaining a better understanding of the experiences of minorities in the United States-African Americans, in particular.

With Sayora and Quest gone, Omega has to turn to the life that he had sworn away. He's on a war path and no one is safe until she's back in his arms. On his quest to find her, other things arise that has him questioning his sanity. Will Omega get to her before it's too late? Take this last ride with the crew while they battle with the past and they're forced to figure out just how strong their hearts were built.

Life for Sayora Mayhew was simple. Do what you love while loving what you do, with the support of your loved ones around you. She was on top of the world, her dancing career was taking off and life was grand, until it wasn't. A revelation about the two people she held closest to her heart, sends Sayora into an emotional downward spiral, ending on the wrong side of the law. Omega True grew up with nothing but a crackhead for a mother. However, he never let that get in the way of him being the man he felt he was destined to be. He never used his environment as an excuse to stay stagnant but instead as motivation to do better, be better. Mega Money Records was his better, and he was on the brink of greatness, but something was missing. It's not until he meets the beautiful Sayora did he finally realize what that was. It was her, but they both were carrying some heavy baggage. Baggage that neither are prepared to carry for the other. The way Sayora's heart was built, she couldn't afford the risks that love brought along but Omega made it hard to keep him at arm's length. The connection he felt to her was unmatched and he was unwilling to let it go. Things were starting to look up until the past came whisking in, disheveling what they're trying to build. Will Omega be as relentless in his pursuit or will the drama from both of their storms be too much for them to bare?

Growing up in the Greenway Projects, things like graduating and going to college was unheard of. Ackees Vanderburg was eager to prove to everyone that he was the anomaly. Not only was Ackees graduating but he was headed to college on a full football scholarship. At least that was the plan. What happens when he's forced to choose between his dreams and his heart, will he make the right decision? Gion Fitts was spoiled by nature. Growing up with a dad in the game, she had grown accustomed to the thought, money equals love. Gion felt that everything she wanted was within her grasp, especially when it came to her father and Ackees. When she offers Ackees the opportunity of a lifetime, it puts their relationship on the line. When it all boils down, will he choose her, or will her secrets force him into the arms of someone else?Sidris Valla never knew the feeling of being number one in anyone's life outside of her best friend, Ackees. Not knowing her father and her mother choosing to spend time with different suitors instead of raising her, embedded a host of trust issues in her heart. Her friendship with Ackees was something that she cherished, to the point that she tucked away her true feelings that she held for him. When forced to release her deepest, most inner thoughts, Sidris is left vulnerable and praying that their bond will weather the storm. Money Vanderburg, cousin of Ackees Vanderburg, is how he was seen around the Greenway Projects. Everything about his very existence started and ended with Ackees and he hated it. When an opportunity arises that puts him in position to finally get out of his cousin's shadow, he rises to the occasion, but at what cost? The battle between want and need when it comes to love, is one that can leave you completely fulfilled or one that will leave you full of regret and wondering if you should've chose your heart.

From the time Menace was young, love was never something that he welcomed, let alone was able to give. The only thing he knew was that he had to survive for him and his siblings, until he met Jersey who quickly became his peace. After losing her parents, Jersey felt like she didn't want to live. It wasn't until she laid eyes on Menace that she knew that she wanted to be everything that he needed her to be. He gave her a reason to live, a purpose. She knew it was gonna be the two of them til the end until fate brought them Blac. Blac had been disappointed with every turn in her life, pain became the only feeling that she knew. When Menace finds her on a park bench she feels immediately connected to him, so when he offers her an opportunity she jumped at it. One thing leads to another and she finds herself in love with two people, who love her too. Having the love of Jersey and Blac, and running the streets of Charlotte gave Menace a feeling of complacent. Everything was going great until his connect gets pinched and he's forced to work with the beautiful and sexy Adrian. With temptation at every corner, will Menace be able to honor the vows he took with his wives and the streets?Unlike Menace, Sage Lyles heart is still stuck in the past. He just can't seem to shake the things that they went through, so he vows to close off his heart. The only consistent thing in his life is his girlfriend Vee. When she begins to want more than he's willing to offer, Sage turns his attention to someone who is willing to subdue to his way of life, Meeko. Despite the loyalty that Vee has displayed, Sage refuses to give in to her wants and plans to give Meeko everything that he refused to give Vee not know whether Meeko's intentions are pure.Things shake up and drama fights its way into the lives of the Lyles. Will they be able to push past it or will it swallow them whole?

wo wrongs may not make it right but it sure feels good. Wai and Lorren have been together for six years and their relationship has never been ideal. Lorren cheats on Wai, she loves him so she stays and to cope with his infidelity she has an affair of her own. When Lorren finds out about Wai's extracurricular activities will he be able to handle it or will his own secrets trump any feeling he may have towards the matter? Wood and Xavia have been in love with each other since they first met, there's only one thing standing in the way of their happily ever after, Wood's babymama Shareem. After successfully forcing her way into Wood's life and pushing Xavia out Shareem thought she'd won. That was until Wood needed her to be what she said she would be, his rider. When Shareem leaves Wood hanging he turns to the one person he knows has his back, X. The situation opens the door for them to rekindle what was meant to be but how far will Shareem go to make sure that doesn't happen? Secrets, lies, and deceit plagues the lives of this crew. Find out who'll make it out on top!

Asta is a talented and vibrant woman who's stuck in a dead end relationship with her longtime boyfriend Simon. Asta's passion is music, she has made her mark on the DJ scene but Simon doesn't support her career choice and that causes a lot of issues in their relationship. When Asta meets Ky'sier and he becomes everything she needs in a man, where will that leave Simon who has some secrets of his own. Zander has no filter when it comes to telling you what's on his mind, he lives his life on the edge and dares anyone to question it. Zan has has no plans on settling down, that is until he meets the sexy artist, Neala. Neala closed off her heart the day she lost her boyfriend to a horrible traffic accident. She vowed to never go there with a man again, but when Zan crosses her path he doesn't give her much of a choice. There is only one thing that is standing in the way and that's Zan's baby mama Tasha who has no plans of letting Zan go anytime soon. Will they be able to survive the wrath of Tasha? Rondo, the president of the Carolina Kings biker club, is in a ten year relationship with his fiancé Char. Their relationship is as solid as they come or so you think. What will happen when their happily ever after comes crashing down? When secrets come to surface, friendships are tested and love is on the line. Will everyone make it out okay? Find out in this story about Love, jealousy and deceit.

**This is a RE-RELEASE of Bury My Heart: A Disrespectful Love Affair**"Faithful is the man who gives everything" This serves true for Halo Raynes who gave everything up to make his wife happy. The day she left and told him that it was her or the streets, he knew what he had to do. Now years later Halo is a faithful man with his sights on one woman, his wife, Jurnee Raynes, that is until he meets Rae. Will he be able to keep up the good boy routine? Jurnee Raynes is still living in the past. She doesn't think men can change, so there is no way that her husband Halo would be able to stay faithful to her, especially being the owner of a prestigious gentleman's club. She finds retribution in the arms of other men but when she enters into forbidden territory, things get a little sticky. Can she make her way out of the murky waters or will life come crumbling down around her? Rae has been in a horrible relationship with Red for over three years. During those three years she was abused verbally and physically, until one night she had enough. Fleeing to Atlanta and right into the arms of Halo Raynes, Rae finally feels safe and secure. When a jealous wife and a revengeful ex come storming through will she be able to survive the madness?Angel Raynes is a natural playboy, he refuses to settle down until he finds the right woman. When Ari enters his life she sparks things in him that he never felt but there is only one problem, a one night stand that refuses to go away. Will Ari be able to survive his drama? Take a ride with these couples as they battle love, lies and disrespect, nothing with them is off limits and at the end of it all you may just have to Bury My Heart.

Drake dropped the bomb of the century that leaves N'Keal confused and out for blood, while everyone else is waiting for the storm. N'Keal is trying to sort through things while trying to keep the world around him from crumbling. When he is backed into a corner he comes out guns blazing, but he's not the only one shooting. Will he make it out alive or will someone be buying a black dress? Kalani is trying her best to prove that she knows what she wants but when the truth slaps her in the face, she's at a loss for words. People are showing their true colors but she's steady trying to paint them who she wants them to be. When everything comes full circle, will she be left heartbroken and alone or will her happily ever after be around the corner?

People dream about that forever kinda love, that shadow of a doubt 'we're in this together' type of love; but that kinda love comes with all types of problems. Take a ride with Reign and Ivy as they fight through the obstacles that come with a happily ever after. Reign is a successful nurse who is in a dead-end relationship with Chance, and all it takes is one last slip-up for him to be out the door and out of Reign's life. Her newfound freedom brings about a confidence that puts her in Messiah's sights. He is determined to show her that not all men are like her ex, but with his baby mama Simone on the prowl, will he prove to be the man she needs or just another lesson learned? Ivy is a sex therapist who spends her life making sure that people live happily ever after. Her life would be perfect if she had a man to share it with. After finding out that the love of her life was already married with children, she swears off men completely-until she meets the sexy Christian, who knows at first sight that Ivy is the one that he wants to spend his life with. With a jealous and conniving sister on the loose and a married ex who won't take no for an answer, will the two see happily ever after? Or will they be doomed from the start? Take a ride with these couples as they find "Love in the Dirty!"

A woman's Love comes straight from her heart, a man's Loyalty comes from the pit of his soul and together that's one of the most powerful combinations on earth but in a world full of jealousy and hate it proves to be somewhat impossible. Trina is a natural born hustler, who will do anything to see her family win. When her husband is brutally murdered she did the only thing she knew how to do and that was to survive. She steps in as the head of the family business and with her kids by her side the Shaw family is headed for excellency. The only thing that's missing in her world is companionship, although half of her heart was buried with Trav she feels like she's ready to step back out into the love scene. The only thing standing in her way is the love and respect she has for her kids, what would they think about her moving on and how would they about who she has decided to move on with? Stone was the oldest of the Shaw clan and a natural born leader. He took pride in being his brother's keeper and protecting his sister with his life. Stone didn't really deal with the love thing after being burnt by his ex. He vowed to never give his heart to another woman, that is until he set his sights on the naturally beautiful Starr and they connect in a way that neither has ever felt before. When Stone's loyalty to what he is trying to build with Starr is tested and leaves him with a decision that may cause Starr to never give them a real chance, will he do whats and be the man he is trying to convince Starr he is or will be fall back into the trenches of his doggish ways? Slick was the brains of the operation; he could get you any kind of information that you needed straight from his cellphone. He made sure to keep the family on their toes and enemies at arm's length. When the dead end relationship with his current girlfriend Kimmie proves to be more than he is willing to deal with, he up and leaves just in time to run into the gorgeous Paige. Too bad Kimmie has a secret that could very well put the whole family in danger and ruin any chances that he may have at happiness. Chaos is the baby boy and adopted by Trina and Trav when he was 12 years old, he was subject to things that no young boy his age should ever have to go through. His troubled past keeps him from loving anyone who is not family, including his long time situationship with the sexy Megan who would give anything to be a permanent fixture in his life. Too bad the only thing Chaos can do for Megan is keep her satisfied in the bedroom anything else is completely out of the question. Tired of waiting for Chaos, Megan attempts to move on with her life but secrets and drama push these two right back into each other's arms, but can Chaos be what Megan needs in her life? Baby is the baby of the bunch and is treated as such but don't underestimate her she is just as ruthless as the rest of the family. Not even 21 yet she had no thoughts of settling down. Although her feelings for Blaze are very strong, she is still not ready to give her all to no one. Baby uses her beauty to get anything she wants but what happens when she involves herself with a married man and the wife is willing to fight for her marriage? Let's take a trip into the world of the Shaw's and see just how far they are willing to go to find love and loyalty.

Rerelease- Formally: A Hood Love Like No Other (Parts 1&2) Laurence Marks was determined to be more than the life that was forced on her after her father was gunned down in front of her on her fourteenth birthday. With a mother that sought solace in a liquor bottle, Lala had to not only take care of herself but her mother to. When things get tough and the walls begin to close around her there is one person that she knows that she can turn to, her best friend Heart.Heart Quamere Strong live his life by his rules, being thrown away at birth killed something inside of him that caused him to look at life differently. He never had anyone to show him love so he vowed to never give it, until Lala comes in and occupies the space that he had condemned. The bond between Lala and Heart grows the more life throws at them and when things heat up so much that neither one of them can ignore their feelings, things become complicated. Will they follow their heart, or will life get in the way of what's meant to be?Lake is Heart's best friend and right-hand man, they both grew up in the system together and were the only one that the other trusted. Lake is in a relationship with the mother of his kids, Mira but being faithful was not his strong suit. When his infidelities are brought to the forefront will he be able to take control of the situation or will it all blow up in his face. Miracle is Lala's best friend and the only person besides Heart who welcomed her when she had to be uprooted and placed in the hood. Their relationship is solid and the love they have for one another is real, but Miracle has a secret that could tear that all apart. Even with her friendship on the line she's not willing to give up what she's built. When the truth comes out will their friendship be able to weather the storm? Finding love, mixed with lies and deceit causes a whole whirlwind of problems. Lines are crossed, and loyalty is tested, find out who makes it out on top.

"Two wrongs don't make a right, but it damn sure made me feel better." - MicaelaNothing is sweeter than falling into revenge's lap...literally!

*****This Is a RERELEASE*****The Maler brother's are living the life that most people dream of, having been passed down the family business, they are making more money than the law should allow. The only thing missing in their lives is a companion to share it with. Kahleno Maler the middle brother, tried love once before with the mother of his four-year-old son, Kahlil. He thought that maybe he had found the one to spend his life with until she was caught red handed, being disloyal. It was then that Kahleno felt that maybe it just wasn't in the cards for him. He decided to play the field until the sexy and very taken, Sutton walked into his establishment, then all bets were off. Sutton Chambers, daughter of the infamous Maniac one of the most prolific criminals of his time, worked hard to make away for herself. With her father's help and the insurance money from her mother's death, Sutton was able to build the hair salon of her dreams. Chamber of Beauty was her baby and was the one thing that she was most proud of. When her fiancé's gambling debt threatens to destroy what she's built, Sutton puts her foot down just in time to welcome the persistent attention of none other than Kahleno Maler. Trouble has never thought that he was good enough for Sutton, he's always felt like he had something to prove to their relationship. His blind ambition, get's him into situations where he puts their financial situation at risk. Once Trouble's gambling debts work their way into Sutton's business and their relationship, things get rough for the pair. With his back against the wall, Trouble is offered a way out of all of his debt. The catch is, it may cost him Sutton. Will he be able to stay afloat, or will he drown in his own inhibitions?In this tale of love and deceit; loyalty is tested, and relationships are put on the line. Nobody is safe. Take this ride to find out if love will prevail.

****This is a RERELEASE****At the end of part two all hell broke loose in the lives of the Maler family. While the rest of the family are at the restaurant sorting out family secrets, Kahleno and Sutton's lives hang in the balance. Will they make it out alive or will the love that they have for one another be proven by the ultimate sacrifice? It seems as if Adoreé just can't catch a break. Every time he turns around it's like something else is standing in the way of his sanity. This last bomb is enough to push him over the edge and Icelynn may be the only person to help him through his madness, but the way he left her hanging put a bad taste in her mouth. Will she be able to put her pride to the side and bear his demons or will she be consumed by demons of her own. Ziva is on a warpath and anyone with the Maler name is in her sights. After revealing that Adoreé Maler was born from her womb, she has hopes of rekindling what she felt she lost. When things don't go exactly how she wants them, things heat up real fast and Siya is at the center of her rage. Nothing is ever what it seems when envy is in play, and no one can be trusted. Lines are crossed and truths are revealed in the third installment of this jaw dropping hood love story.

In this spin-off of The Rise and Fall of The Barnes Brothers, you find out just how sweet revenge is. Everyone that has ever crossed them will have to pay and the Barnes Brother's will rise again.... Maybe.

Ever heard the saying hurt people hurt people, well that stands true for Christian and Ivy in this spin off of "Messiah and Reign: Love In The Dirty". When Ivy's big secret is brought to light, it turns Christian's world upside down. With his pride in the way and his ego at an all-time high he did the one thing that he promised he would never do, he sought retribution in the arms of another woman. Christian quickly realizes that he is making a huge mistake and immediate tries to end things, only problem is that Keri isn't willing to let go that easy and she is hell bent on making his life miserable. His very brief affair made him realize that Ivy is the only woman for him but will it be too late fix his family. Ivy has been through so much in her life and the one thing that she thought she could count on turned his back on her and left her heartbroken. Not only that, Ty is back and stirring up a lot of trouble. Ivy is left with a huge decision, forgive Christian and keep the family together or say goodbye to her "future" . What will Christian have to do to pick up the pieces or will all the drama of Christian's infidelity taint her thoughts of a happily ever after. Take another ride with the crew as they battle love, betrayal, ex's, and a whole lot of drama and fight for all of the love they found in the dirty.

Growing up in a two-parent household, set the foundation for what Airy wanted for himself. He thought that he had that with Constance until she did the unthinkable. Deciding to put his plans for love on hold, Airy threw himself into his work and meaningless sex. That was until the beautiful Nixie Land walked into his life and turned it upside down. Nixie Land was beautiful, smart and driven, the epitome of an independent woman. She possessed qualities that most men begged for in a partner but for her boyfriend of three years, Adam, it was too much. Suffering from an unconventional childhood had Adam laying his mommy issues at Nixie's feet and with no remorse or consideration of her feelings. It's not until he leaves her hanging during one of the most important days of her life that she sees just how much she means to him. Deciding that the relationship may not be for her, Nixie has to make a decision, if she wants to stay or move on. In the midst of her figuring out what she needs she meets the handsome Airy Menz who comes in and shows her just what she's been missing. Everyone is running off of emotions, while blurring the lines of right and wrong. Will they be able to make the right decisions while surrounded by chaos, or will they fall victim to another Love Lesson?

Kalani wants this fairytale life, one that people only ever dream of but she's determined to have it. The only issue is N'Keal, the man who has her heart doesn't fit the "profile" of her Prince Charming.N'Keal is tired of the back and forth with Kalani. It seems as if nothing he does is good enough for her. He bends over backwards to show her that he is where she needs to be but Kalani seems blind to the love he's trying to give. Fallon, an old friend of N'Keal's pops back in the picture ready and willing to be everything that he needs but will Kalani allow N'Keal to move on with out her?Find out what happens when Kalani pushes the one man that loves her away and runs into the arms of the unknown! Will she get exactly what she wanted? Or will she be left broken hearted and watching N'Keal live happily ever after with someone else

Bishop is just coming home from an eight year bid. His main focus is getting back on his feet and taking care of his son that is until he lays eyes on Nicole, a person from his past. She immediately becomes a priority in his life but at what cost? Nicole is a month away from graduation and her escape from chaos also known as Jaekwon her sons father. Everything seems to be falling in to place until a blast from the past sweeps in and shakes things up. Will the connection between Bishop and Nicole be able to overcome the drama that it brings? Major is the biggest player that Charleston has ever seen but he's willing to give it all up for Tranae only thing is Nae has a boyfriend of two years and she not trying to choose. Can Major handle being a side dude or will things hit the fan? Tranae is stuck in a love triangle and she's not trying to give it up. She has the best of both worlds but when her hand is forced to choose, will she make the right choice? With Egos, pride, and drama standing in the forefront will these couples find peace and Happiness?

**This is a ReRelease of He's So Hood**After finding himself in a sticky situation, Kahlil was forced to move away; and now that he's back, he has a lot to prove. Love is the furthest thing on his mind until he inserts himself in a domestic altercation between Yessica and her abusive boyfriend. Something about the dark-skinned beauty drew her to him and made him want to be everything she needed, but does he have the patience to deal with someone with that type of baggage while struggling to carry his own. Yessica had never been on the good side of luck. She was dealt a bad hand from the beginning, growing up with an abusive father. Her version of love came in the form of pain, that was until she meets Kahlil. Even after the warnings from her best friends Noah and Nova, who also happen to be Kahlil's siblings, she couldn't help the connection she felt to him. The only issue is, Nate, her boyfriend is not ready to let go. Kane is in a relationship with Izzy. Although he loves her, the constant battle between her and his family is starting to not only take a toll on their relationship but on his heart as well. When he accompanies her to a photo shoot and meets the sexily alluring, plus sized Favor things shake up for the young couple. Will Kane be able to fight temptation or will Izzy constant nagging about his family push him into the arms of another woman? The Maler Family is back and with a whole lot of drama. Dive in while they take you on the ride of your life.

The past just keeps interrupting what Kahlil and Yessica's trying to build. No matter which way they turn someone is trying to break them up. Between Nate and Marissa their lives are being turned up side down and Kahlil's about ready to explode. Marissa needs Kahlil in the worse way, for more reasons than one. When her problems become their problems, both of them become a target.Izzy will do anything to get back in Kane's good graces, even if that means facing off with his family who hates her. The only thing she didnt count on was the fact that Favor had come in and wedged herself between the hold that Izzy once had on his heart. Kane's at his wits end with Izzy and ready to throw in the towel and explore things with Favor, not willing to give in so easily, Izzy drops a bomb that could cost her her life.

Christmas for the last three years has been nothing but a reminder of everything Nickolas Saint has lost. Everything about this time of year puts him in a funk and just when he's about to allow his depression to settle in, Christmas brings him Hope. Hope Holiday is a woman who will do anything for her children even if that anything means taking what doesn't belong to her. When she's faced with the consequences of her actions, she's forced to make a deal with the modern day Scrooge. Will her debt be the only thing she has to pay?

The shooting at Noah's game leaves the Maler Family in awry and out for blood when one of their own is caught in the crossfire. No one is safe in the streets of Charlotte and every who is to blame has a target on their back. Will the Maler Family be able to stop the threat in time or will they be the ones looking for black attire. The situation with Favor and Kane boils over into her career and puts everything that she has worked for at risk and she's not sure if Kane is worth it. When the cops step in about the situation with Izzy and Kane has to put all his faith into an upset Favor, will she come through for him or will she put her career first and leave him high and dry? Isis is heartbroken and with child, two things that she wasn't prepared to be. On top of being faced with the truth about Z2's past, she has to face the matriarch for the family about her decision.