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Desiree, a quiet resident of her neighborhood, has never ventured far until she meets and falls for Bilal. Their strong bond feels destined, but their world shatters when they witness a brutal double murder. Now, Desiree is drawn into the harrowing realm of a top drug dealer, where suspenseful vendettas, hidden pasts, and violence loom large. The couple must navigate treacherous loyalties and deadly alliances to preserve their love amid the chaos of the hood.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Crime Fiction/Criminal Underworld
Authors: Endy Greene
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