NEW REVIEW: Vanessa Davis Griggs - Ray of Hope

Vanessa Davis Griggs -
Ray of Hope -
Available Now! -
5 out of 5 books -


When Crystal and Sahara go to stay with their 75-year-old grandmother, Ma Ray, for the summer, they think that they're about to kick back and let loose. Unfortunately for them, Ma Ray doesn't roll like that. Every time they think that they are one step ahead of their grandmother, she's always two steps ahead of them. They will finally understand that with age comes wisdom. And all Ma Ray is trying to do is show them that they have to use their common sense to get ahead in life. Will the girls take their grandmother's advice, or will they just continue to go down their own path?

Ray of Hope is about a grandmother trying to give advice to her out of control granddaughters. Each time the girls were in a predicament, Ma Ray always had a solution. I loved the fact that this book was written on common sense because nowadays, teenagers think that they have everything figured out and are grown enough to make their own choices. In this book, you will read how Ma Ray tries to advise Crystal and Sahara to have a positive outlook on things and stop going on impulse. I really enjoyed reading this book because of Ma Ray. She was a no nonsense grandmother that was not a push over and didn't let her grandchildren pull anything on her. Ray of Hope is a great read and it shows how kids today still need a little old school wisdom.

Reviewed by Jackie for Urban Reviews

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NEW REVIEW: T. R. Nairn - Loyalty And The Bed You Lie In

T. R. Nairn -
Loyalty And The Bed You Lie In -
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3 out of 5 books -


Three friends, who have been through thick and thin, encounter different hurdles and learn the true definition of friendship in this novel. Diamond, Meko and Rae are not only best friends, but they are partners in crime. Loyalty and the Bed You “Lie” In takes you on a journey of drugs, relationship, murder, and jealousy. Will friendships be tested, or will the bond that these three girls have overcome all the obstacles they encountered.

Diamond was a smart, attractive young lady. Diamond loves to go out and enjoy herself, but she was also very business savvy when it comes to her money. Diamond and her three friends ran a small empire and come across all walks in life who have a craving for the drug and pills they had to offer. One night, Diamond's life is forever changed when she meets T.O. and is immediately swept her off her feet. They become a modern Bonnie and Clyde team. But the green-eyed monster is always lurking, leaving two options: a relationship stronger than ever, or seeing a person for who they really are,

T. R Nairn’s novel tackles many issues and I enjoyed reading Loyalty and Bed you “Lie” In. The journey T.R. Nairn takes you on is exciting, suspenseful, and will have you reconsider people who you call your friends, including their motives and intentions. Keep up the good work, and I can’t wait for the next novel.

Reviewed by Kristin for Urban Reviews

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NEW REVIEW: J Leon Pridgen II - Hidden Secrets, Hidden Lives

J. Leon Pridgen II -
Hidden Secrets, Hidden Lives -
Available February 22, 2011 -
5 out of 5 books -


Rarely do you find a book that can span the spectrum from Urban Fiction to Romance. Mr. Pridgen carried his readers through a range of emotions as we watch "Bones" seek out his nemesis and plot an attack of revenge, have love rekindled, and experience the joy of doing what’s right for the left behind.

Kwame “Bones” Brown owned the streets of Charlotte, North Carolina. He and Perry Moore had a lucrative street pharmaceutical enterprise back in the day. But it came to a pause when Kwame was sent to a detention center for a year. While Bones did his time, Perry decided to leave Charlotte and all his secrets behind. What’s unfortunate for Perry is that Bones was waiting on his return. Perry was the brains of their lucrative operation, and Bones was the face of the streets.

After months of waiting on his partner, Bones did what any street thug would do...he began anew and this time, his passion was not only fueled by his love of money but also by revenge and a deep hurt that the reader finds out about almost accidently.

J. Leon did an outstanding job of bridging the worlds of professionalism, street life and home life into one novel. I enjoyed meeting every character in this book, good, bad or just plain ole mean. Naturally, a story should take away the readers’ time and space limitations; Hidden Secrets, Hidden Lives absolutely afforded me the opportunity to travel inexpensively to Charlotte North Carolina and imagine what it feels like to allow revenge to ignite my emotions....which was a bit scary for this reader.

I’m totally excited about his next novel “The Color of Justice,” which will also be released under Strebor Books.

Reviewed by Missy for Urban Reviews

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NEW REVIEW: Shamara Ray - Recipe For Love

Shamara Ray -
Recipe For Love -
Available Now! -
3 out of 5 books -


What beomes of the broken-hearted? Jade has finally had enough of her no good, lying, cheating boyfriend. When he commits the ultimate act of disrespect, she kicks him to the curb. The problem is..he cannot get it through his head that it is really over.

Jade is a beautiful, educated woman who co-owns a restaurant called Rituals with her best friend, Bria, who also happens to be her ex-boyfriend's sister. Bria is quick to come to the defense of her brother, no matter what he does. So when Jade begins dating Cain, Bria is far from supportive. Then again, that could also be because Cain owns a restaurant that Rituals is in competition with.

Recipe For Love by Shamara Ray is a tale of love, lies and betrayal. Throughout the story, there is mention of different culinary dishes, which was a nice added touch considering the title of the book. The author even added quite a few interesting recipes at the end of the novel, which I may try out. The story itself was a bit slow.  The story picked up about 200 pages in, but then it just slowed down again. I did enjoy the storyline with Jade's other friend Milan, which was a short part within the story. I would have liked for the author to expand and focus more on this part of the story. All-in-all, Recipe For Love was an okay read.

Reviewed by Leona of Urban Reviews

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NEW REVIEW: Shelia M. Goss - Savannah's Curse

Shelia M. Goss - 
Savannah's Curse - 
Available February 22, 2011 - 
5 out of 5 books - 


When Savannah Blake discovers her father murdered, she refuses to let anyone stop her from finding the culprit, especially Troy Bridges. Special operative turned private security owner Troy Bridges has a promise to keep and a score to settle. Troy is not sure what to expect when he sees Savannah again for the first time in 10 years, but nothing can prepare him for the rush of feelings he has once he does.

Savannah and her sisters, Montana and Asia, don't know who to trust. Troy is the only person that seems to know anything about Major's death, but Savannah is not sure she can trust him again, especially with her heart. When things start to get dangerous, Troy vows to do whatever it takes to help the Blake sisters find their father's killer and win back Savannah's love in the process.

Death, deception, danger, and desire are all adjectives to describe this amazing romantic adventure. From the prologue to the last chapter, Shelia M. Goss will have you guessing. When you think you've put the clues together and figured it out, she throws you another curve ball. Savannah's Curse is an excellently written story with a fantastic plot and great character development. Savannah's Curse is a page turner from beginning to end!

Reviewed by Tenecia for Urban Reviews

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