Out of all the things that could cause his life to turn upside down, Adir Bell never thought falling in love would be the catalyst.Known as Dr. Bell to the streets, his days are filled with caring for those whose lives are far less than legal. Along with being a physician, he's a single father raising four young men. Humble, Peace, Bragg, and Kalm are his sons. Although the streets are in chaos, Adir's sons are the only ones keeping him under control. Despite pleas...

Trap Commandments: the carrying out or putting into effect a plan, order or course of action.Never underestimate the power of the streets! There are those that live by the commandments that govern them and those who don't. Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.The hustle never stops so be prepared to execute with the skill of a warrior, a street warrior!

in-ten-tion: A thing intended; An aim or plan; A goal, purpose, or plan is your intention.Never underestimate the power of the streets! There are those who live by the commandments that govern them and those who don't. Keep your friends close and your enemies closer. The hustle never stops so be prepared to execute with the skill of a warrior, a street warrior!

What happens when a heartbroken therapist hires a handsome but hot-headed private chef for a dinner she was supposed to share with the man who wrecked her in the first place?She ends up being fed more than the three-course meal he came to serve. Iyla Fisher thought her solo anniversary dinner would be a quiet night of self-care until Keywan Glover, a chef with a short fuse and a violent past, strolls into her life and flips the script.When he walked into Iy...

Rule number one: do to these men how they do to you.That was the rule Savanhi put into place after love and loyalty were shattered, or at least what she thought was love and loyalty. A rule she was hellbent on upholding until she crossed paths with Noble Paulson, Jr. Captivating and assuring, Savanhi dived into the depths of him, just for a night and a mutual agreement – no vested interest.If Noble knows anything about rules, they're made to be broken. His ...

Play around with soul ties, and you will get a baby—or however the saying goes.Marli Martin is the queen of playing games. Seeing her twin sister get dragged through the mud by love made her promise to never partake. She uses men for their body parts and their money. It had been easy. She never fell in love because she never made her heart available. That was until she met her sister's new brother-in-law, Dru, and their souls tied. One night turned into many, and M...

Trap Commandments: Divine rules to be observed as strictly as one of the Ten Commandments; Rules that keep oxygen flowing through your lungs and money lacing your pockets.Being a natural-born leader comes with a certain type of responsibility. The streets will never respect a man who is not rightfully holding down the position he was born to uphold. Some are created to lead while others were created to follow. Money will always keep stacking as long as everyone pla...

Gu is on a rampage as his world crumbles, determined to cut off the snakes in his life.His only peace is Qui, whose love teaches him the meaning of 'need,' and anyone who threatens their bond is in danger. As Gu endures one tragedy after another, Qui becomes his rock, even as she heals herself, vowing to stand by him forever.Qui is riding for Gu and refuses to let bitter exes push her away, especially as she battles her own demons. Meanwhile, RaRa and Henne...

Above all, protect each other's hearts, and love will live.Love. Samara London has lived her entire life seeking it. Being the daughter of a cartel king who often had little time for her, she has learned how to be self-sufficient in anything she does, including her love life. Not that she has one, anyway. An arrangement she made six years ago out of loyalty to her brother, Royale, has derailed her plans for love. She wants to be in control to protect her heart, but...

After a heartbreaking loss, Mark O'Neil finds himself back where it all started—Lavendale.With a great push from his family and friends, he makes an appearance at All-Star weekend, where he finds himself reevaluating his life. His list of things to do: regroup, spend time with his boys, and land a contract with the Lavendale Knights. Saving a soft-spoken beauty wasn't on his agenda. When they collide, he is unable to see anything other than her.Shayla Hawki...

Best friend. One who knows everything about you. One who holds you accountable. One who loves you unconditionally. One who steps in and defends you at all costs.For sixteen-year-old Infinity, her best friend, Magic, is her everything, even her private crush. It doesn't hurt that he is breathtakingly fine and the man around her Brooklyn hood. The one who vows to love and safeguard her for eternity. However, her fervent insecurities keep her grounded on platonic aven...

"They won't get you like I will / My only wish is I die real / Cause that truth hurts, and those lies heal" —Drake, "Take Care"Jeremiah 29:11 became a daily affirmation for Clover Carson when she buried the love of her life and became a single mother. While most women in their twenties are stacking cash, traveling, or relishing in their ho phase, the overworked mama spends her days at school and her nights in PTA meetings. Aside from never-ending obligations, the c...