She was his almost. But some loves were never meant to stay in the background.

Stephanie Allen has been dealt hardship and misfortune since her college days. Now a mother of three beautiful children, she's trying to rebuild her life, one small step at a time. With bills piling up, responsibilities weighing heavy, and the past constantly knocking at her door, Stephanie is determined not to break... no matter how hard life pushes. David Brewster didn't do relationships. His focus has always been simple: make money and provide for his daughter. Love, commitment, and emotional ties? Those are distractions he's never had time for. But Sometimes love heals... Sometimes it hurts... And sometimes it becomes an addiction you can't escape. Welcome to Addiction.

Kacey Taylor is a 23year old IG model, who enjoys partying with her friends and having a good time. With no chick nor child she barely has responsibilities and is solely focused on living her best life at her young age. Her last relationship didn't end well so the last thing she wants is to get involved in another relationship but she does believe a girl has her needs. One night she finds herself in a club with her bestfriend Karin and ends up leaving with a famous street thug known as East from Harlem, NewYork. Clueless to who she ends up in bed with, what happens when Kacey finds herself at the wrong place at the wrong time. ••••••••••••••••••••• David is a ruthless 28year old thug from Harlem better known as East who is making his way up in the game. He is eye candy to the ladies but typical competition to the men in all ways possible. One normal night out in New York, Dave meets Kacey in a club but what happens when a One Night Stand goes wrong. What happens if Dave decides to persue Kacey ? What happens if Kacey finds out who David really is? Will she avoid him at all costs or will it be too late ? See what the future holds for Kacey and David and if their paths ever cross after the One Night Stand Gone Wrong.

Maliyah and Zylo, two bestfriends who have known each other since toddlers had never left each other's side since they connected. Over the years, one party starts to develop feelings for the other but, sadly the feelings aren't mutual. It might've been easier to walk away due to not wanting the feelings to complicate their friendship but, there was an 13 year old promise that kept the two together. So... What happens when a third person inserts themselves into the equation ? Will the two bestfriends find a way to be together ? Or, will their promise be broken and have things take a turn for the worse ? Find Out More in 'What's Lost'

"What it's called when the patient grow feelings fa therapist?" He asked, and she chuckled, staring at him. "Transference."

Detroit has always been the type of city that carries its own unique name with pride. Full of nonstop hustlers who move with dignity, each chasing their own dream. Trevon Gardner is one of them: a rapper finally gaining real attention, trying to turn his talent into the life he's been chasing forever. Xamira Evans is a gifted cosmetologist with her own blueprint, living life to the fullest. Their worlds don't usually collide...until one unexpected moment changes everything. Now they have to face the consequences. Will it bring them together, or tear them apart?

"It's blood bout' that pussy."

I was a boy when I met her and loving her taught me how to be a man. ** This book features MATURE THEMES including violence, strong language, sexual content and potentially-triggering fictional scenarios. Please read at your own discretion. ** BOOK TWO OF THE STAY DOWN SERIES ON @RE2RAW