Bøger af Shontaiye Moore

Bestselling author Shontaiye Moore, known for her riveting romance series 'A Millionaire and a Project Chick' returns with a captivating new romance series: 'A Hood Virgin & A Down South Billionaire.' Cashmere Ellis, a down to earth hood chick from the slums of Atlanta, knows the cost of dreams. Her life has been a relentless fight for the basic necessities, leaving no room for the sweet whispers of love. But when the A-Town billionaire Ezekiel "Wolf" Griffin enters her world, he challenges everything she knows. Wolf, a man hardened by a brutal past, is a paradox of the South- a chilling gangsta' under a veil of southern charm. Despite his frosty exterior, Cashmere spirit awakens a spark of tenderness in him, stirring emotions he'd forgotten he could feel. Charmed by Wolf's allure but guarded in her innocence, Cashmere finds herself wavering between caution and curiosity. An unforeseen tragedy tears away her veil of toughness, throwing her deeper into Wolf's luxurious but perilous world. His love offers safety, yet his secrets breed danger. As Cashmere feelings for Wolf blossom and grows like a rose from the concrete jungle, she's torn between the electrifying connection they share and the chilling shadows of his past. Will Cashmere love prove to be the key to melting Wolf's icy exterior? Or will the secrets Wolf hides rip them apart before their love story can truly begin? This novel is an unforgettable journey through the rugged terrains of love, mixing the raw emotionality of hood romance with the opulence and mystery of billionaire love stories.

From authors Shanice B. & Shontaiye Moore comes That D Hit Different When He Broke 2, a jaw-dropping, African American Urban Romance sequel loaded with more heartbreak, new love, and page-turning drama. After kicking Andre to the curb, Lexi is ready to move forward and focus on herself. However, that changes when she's introduced to a new man. Meech is attractive, charming, and available. He also happens to be fresh out of jail with no money and unexpected baggage. Lexi's hesitant, but with Meech's reassurance, she decides to give it a shot. As expected, her mother, Kiesha, isn't for it. She wants to know are Meech's intentions pure? Or is he another Andre-a man who uses, lies, and has secrets of his own?Nivea must make a mind-over-heart decision about her child's father Kyree. She's finally found the courage to walk away; however, she still finds herself being drawn back to him for all the wrong reasons. When a new man by the name of Malachi enters into her life, he's like a breath of fresh air for Nivea. She's ready to leave her past behind her, but Kyree has no intentions of letting her go that easy. He's willing to do and say anything to keep her bound to him. The attraction she has for Malachi is instant, but Kyree quickly steps in and shakes things up. Will Malachi and Nivea stand a chance? Or will she let Kyree ruin her new beginning before it even starts?

Cole Hart Signature's new author, Shontaiye Moore debuts the sequel to, The Rise Of A Dope Boy Chick 2. This gripping, African American Urban Romance drama will leave you speechless...Asia's back, but this time, she has a whole new set of troubles. She is now faced with the harsh reality that she needs to make a choice between the two men that she loves. Accustomed to someone else solving her problems; she soon learns that this time, that won't suffice, and no one will guide her. As she struggles to be a mother, run her business, and keep her sanity; more problems are added to her plate. Muff is back ... and this time, it's with a vengeance.With Mitch's appeal under way, he's now home and ready to dive back into the drug world. Unfortunately, things don't go according to plan. The streets aren't the same anymore and neither are his connections. He soon finds the pressure mounting, as his lawyer fees pile up; right along with the headaches at home. Asia has changed, and he's not sure whether it's for the good or the bad.Thrust in the center of a love triangle, Josiah soon learns that all good things must come to an end, and that proves accurate in all aspects of his life. Mitch returning to the scene disrupts his love life; while law enforcement disturbs his business. A new threat now lingers in the air; however, the problem is Josiah doesn't even know it's there. What he thinks is his biggest problem, is actually, far from it.This explosive, fast-paced, second installment will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Despite the losses and setbacks, nothing can stop The Rise Of A Dope Boy's Chick 2!

"There's always beauty in the chaos." That's what Kennedy constantly tells herself as she tries to look for the light when lately, her world has been filled with darkness. Bodies have begun piling up in the city of Philadelphia, but somehow, through the madness, Kennedy and King's relationship blossoms. While King's love seems pure, Kennedy begins to question whether their feelings for one another are enough.There are people who don't want to see them together and are hell bent on making things difficult for the two of them. Meanwhile, the streets are talking, and Kennedy is hearing ugly rumors about the man she's chosen. Rumors so horrible that she starts questioning her decision to be with him. Things hit the fan when a brazen act, done in retaliation for King's actions, affected Kennedy more than she could have ever imagined. Is the ugly side of loving a thug worth it? Or is it more than she can handle? Find out in this second installment of The Trillest Boss Wifed the Baddest Chick.

Kennedy Owens thought she'd hit rock bottom when she lost her love, Pistol. But the streets of Philadelphia have a cruel way of proving her wrong. Now, she's caught in a nightmare that makes her past heartbreak seem like a minor setback. With danger closing in, she's not sure who, if anyone, can save her this time. King Carter is on the brink of war. When someone he loves lands in trouble, he's ready to turn the city upside down to make things right. But with his drug business on shaky ground, his baby mama stirring up drama, and family feuds threatening to boil over, King's world is spinning out of control. Can he navigate the treacherous streets and avoid becoming their next victim? In the midst of chaos, Kennedy and King find solace in each other. Their love fuels their determination to confront the storm head-on, but can their budding romance survive the onslaught? As external forces conspire to tear them apart, will they manage to hold on to what they've found in each other? Find out in the thrilling conclusion of The Trillest Boss Wifed The Baddest Chick.

Cole Hart Signature's new author, Shontaiye Moore debuts her new series, The Rise Of A Dope Boy Chick. This gripping, African American Urban drama will leave you speechless...Every girl wonders what it's like to be a dope boy's girl. From the money and cars, to the glitz and glamour; being in love with a dope boy is a hood fairy tale. It was all fun and games for twenty-one-year-old Asia until the heartbreaking losses started piling up. Mitch was her ticket away from her family and into the good life, or so she thought. After several years of carefree living, he is snatched up and handed a devastating thirty-year prison sentence; life immediately changes for her. She quickly finds herself penniless, all alone and back at home with a baby to care for.With her rare beauty, it doesn't take long before Asia catches the eye of an up-and-coming hustler named Waleek. He quickly snatches her up and returns her to her accustomed lifestyle. Although Waleek takes away all her financial worries, he replaces them with a different set of burdens. Between his crazy baby mama and the secret he's keeping that can dismantle his budding drug empire, their relationship seems destined to fail from the start. Can they survive and beat the odds stacked against them?Just when things with Waleek get crazy, Mitch sends one of his associates to help Asia create the life she's always dreamed about for her son. Under Mitch's guidance, she's learning to stand on her own, but also finding that she's feeling more than friendship for the person he sent to help her. With her heart torn between the men, can she keep it together and play the game by the rules?This explosive, fast-paced, initial installment will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Despite the losses and setbacks, nothing can stop The Rise Of A Dope Boy's Chick!

Love is never easy. That's what Kennedy Owens grew up believing because of her past relationships and watching others. That theory is proven wrong when she meets Paul "Pistol Carter by chance in the park. He's everything Kennedy wants in a man: charming, generous, faithful, and most importantly, he's one of, if not the biggest boss on the streets of Philadelphia. Despite her parent's warnings, Kennedy falls for Pistol and she couldn't be happier. A condo downtown, baby boy on the way, and an uncomplicated love with a hood king, life feels like a dream. Unfortunately, all dreams come to an end. In the blink of an eye, life changes for Kennedy and she's forced to face the cruel world that robbed her of her fairytale.King Carter is a man on a mission. Staying out of the limelight and taking care of his family has always been his main priority until his right-hand is gunned down in cold blood. King now expands his priorities to include his slain partner's family and finding the people responsible for his death. Looking out for Kennedy comes naturally for King. So naturally that their relationship quickly becomes complicated. While loving Pistol was easy for Kennedy, just the thought of loving Kennedy is hard for King.In this story of lies, expectations and loyalty, find out if Kennedy and King decide to follow their heart and come together, or will everything and everyone around, keep them apart.

On Every Thug I Love: The Atlanta EditionThere was always something about a guy from the hood that Melinda could never resist. After falling for her best friend, Jabari, she thinks she's found "the one". That's until circumstances and a lengthy prison sentence sends them on separate paths following the birth of their son. After their split, she jumps from one dead-end relationship to another; until she finally considers Dominic-a man that's different from everything she ever wanted.When her past collides with her present, her whole world is shaken up-literally. Will the stars align to reunite her family? Or will Jabari's inability to separate himself from his past drive them apart for good?**************************************************************************************************************************On Every Thug I Love: The Baltimore EditionSome women risk it all on the men they love. Sometimes, it's worth it, while most times it isn't. This rings true for Italy, India, and Kayla, who although, live vastly different lives, are connected in more ways than one.Twenty-five year old, Italy Cannon is the girlfriend of rising Baltimore rapper Rayquan Jones. Enjoying and loving the comfortable life he's building for the two of them, Italy can't imagine herself without him. That is until she's actually staring into the face of the unimaginable. Quan's rapid rise and success don't sit well with some in his city. Unfortunately, his carelessness might end up costing him more than what he is willing to pay. In the blink of an eye, Italy's world is turned upside down.India Cannon is the older sister of Italy Cannon. Fiercely devoted to her sibling, India's loyalty is put to the test when an unexpected tragedy strikes. She soon finds herself forced to make choices that challenge her morality and her friendship with her best friend Kayla; who, although, is being abused by the man in her life, feels a sense of obligation to protect. As the lives and relationships of these women intertwine, how will they land in the end? Facedown? Or still standing?**************************************************************************************************************************On Every Thug I Love: The North Carolina Edition When you're feeling lost in the night, and when you feel your world just ain't right, you're supposed to be able to call on your friends. But that isn't always this case. The saddest thing about betrayal is that it rarely comes from your enemies. Merci is a police officer who finds herself always covering for her friends. She finds herself in love with Hendrix, a man who wants to sleep with her but won't commit to her. Why? Because he's engaged to her foster sister, Paris. Paris, on a daily basis, battles the demons of her past. The only one who she could confide in was her fiancé's best friend, Kace-who had a hidden agenda of his own.With friends like these, there was no need for enemies. Just when you think you can trust someone who you knew your entire life, they show you, you can't. Sometimes the person you'd take a bullet for is the same person with their hand over the trigger.Get ready to strap on your seatbelts and take an unforgettable ride with three different African American love stories. Three different cities and by three different authors from the Cole Hart Signature team.Lust and romance.Heartbreak and tears.This is one of the best books out for 2020. Three never read before standalones that you will not regret that you selected.

This exhilarating new romance series, A Birmingham Thug Captured My Heart, will have you hooked from the beginning to end.Zoe had given up on love. In her world, it didn't exist. After years of mistreatment by the person closest to her heart, she wouldn't recognize love even if it came along and smacked her in the face. With a hollow heart, Zoe focuses on maintaining control over her life and getting through college so she can finally have some security. Then she meets Rocko, a man unlike anyone she'd ever met. Zoe quickly falls for the fine, generous, and charming Rocko; he provides her with everything she's ever wanted and needed. He wastes no time showering her with love she never knew was even possible. Love most women could only find in their dreams. Zoe's life of worry and hardship soon became a distant memory as Rocko does everything in his power to ensure Zoe wants for nothing. However, new problems arise when a member of their team find themselves backed against a wall. A wall that if it crumbles, could dismantle an entire drug enterprise. Zoe soon faces a new set of worries and unfathomable decisions. She is also now forced to question the true character of the man that's captured her heart. Eventually, Zoe must make a heart-wrenching choice. One that could destroy her morally, or worse, destroy the man she loves.After a failed relationship that left him frustrated and heartbroken, Rocko is all business and not necessarily looking for love. That is... until he meets Zoe. Beautiful, yet timid and emotionally fragile, Rocko falls hard and fast for Zoe. However, he soon remembers why he put his love life on halt. Despite how much he tries to separate the two, his work always ends up conquering, ultimately destroying. Love, lies, and a whole lot of drama. Find out what happens in part one of this explosive Birmingham love story.

Lexi Harris is a twenty-five-year-old salon owner, thriving in the city of Atlanta. Despite her upbringing and financial success, Lexi still finds herself dealing with worthless men and their womanizing ways. She once openly criticized women who put up with foolishness. But now, she's become the woman that she once criticized. Her latest boyfriend, Andre, is rugged, charming, but he struggles in the monetary department. Although Andre and Lexi haven't been dating long, she quickly finds herself immersed in drama because of their relationship. He barely works, he lies, and he brings unthinkable chaos into Lexi's once-quiet life. Despite Dre's obvious shortcomings, Lexi continues to look the other way. No matter what he does, Dre continues to talk his way back into her bed. How much can Lexi take is the question. Or is the wood so good that she's willing to take whatever he throws her way?He loves me, he loves me not, is something twenty-six-year-old Nivea Johnson constantly finds herself wondering when it comes to her son's father, Kyree. He's not only emotionally manipulative, but he's a liar, a cheater, and undeniably toxic. Time after time, he proves to be no good for her. She knows this, her family knows this, but for some reason, Nivea still can't seem to let him go. She's drawn to him, and despite knowing that she needs to walk away from Kyree, her heart and body refuse. She continues to turn a blind eye to his faults until an unexpected tragedy forces her to open her eyes. Will Nivea make the choice that's long overdue? Or will she continue to let Kyree's false promises and bedroom performance cloud her judgment?

From authors Shanice B. & Shontaiye Moore comes That D Hit Different When He Broke 3, an astonishing, African American Urban Romance filled with page-turning drama, deception, and more gripping romance. The drama never seems to end for Lexi. For her, meeting Meech was one of the best things that has happened to her in a while. Unfortunately, that changes when everyone else's skeletons come rolling out of the closet causing trouble in paradise for the two. Will Lexi and Meech's budding relationship last? Or will it come to a screeching halt from the hands and sins of others?Just when Nivea feels like things can't get any worse, her last bit of sanity is nearly snatched from her. No longer holding on to Kyree, she finds the courage to finally walk away. His actions have forced her to turn her back on Kyree and turn the page to a new chapter in her life. Despite enduring endless pain and suffering, she still decides to open up and be loved again. Malachi is her idea of the perfect man; however, Nivea knows first-hand that there is no such thing as perfect. Like everyone else, Malachi has his own set of issues he's dealing with. Will Nivea and Malachi be able to get their love connection off the ground? Or are they both too broken to experience true love for the first time?