This is a spin-off from Calm Before the Storm. I suggest you read Joyful Storm and Calm Before the Storm before reading this work. Will chances at fame and fortune overrun the relationship between Reagan and Ricky? What happens when people start dancing to their own beats? ...

This is the sequel to Joyful Storm! Storm, Joyful, and Reagan are back plus two more; Skylar and Sunni. Everything is going fine until the unexpected happens. Lines are crossed, bonds are broken and relationships are tested. Will the family weather the oncoming storm or will their happy family be torn apart?

Joyful Banks lives in Baldwin Hills, California. Storm Jackson lives in Chicago, Illinois. Despite living miles away from each other they deeply love each other. Distance couldn't make them any closer. At times it gets hard for the both of them. With the disapproval of others, its only worse. But despite all this, will they endure? Will the give out under the pressure and the surprises, or will they weather through this joyful storm?

Book #2 Ruthless; having or showing no pity or compassion for others. Ya'll remember what happened with Lamar and Aleyah. See how gang has turned out and what changes they made, and what drama they were about to stir up.

The gang is back with more drama than ever. Five years have gone by, Bambi has a successful clothing store and engaged. When she receives an invitation to Gold's wedding, she couldn't help but think it might be a bad idea going back to Detroit because of him. Gold and Zane is on the fast track to finally having their happily ever after. But someone from their past isn't excited for the couple and will try to make sure they don't walk down that aisle. With all the drama going on can these couples make it out on top?

Spin-off to the Jackson-Banks saga! Please read Joyful Storm, Calm Before the Storm, and To Our Own Beat before you read this story! It'll help you understand this story better. Three years into the college scene, Skylar, better known as Poppa, is the definition of a playa. Being a college basketball star only adds to his notoriety. But when Poppa meets Sanai, an all-around good girl who desires nothing more than to let loose, will he take advantage of her vulnerability?

Book #4//Sequel to After the Storm Break-Ups, Make-Ups, New flames, Old Flames, Betrayal, Lies, Coverups, and an unexpected surprise. Continue the journey with this wild family and see what's to come next.

Emerald and Gem