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What causes a perfectly rational, mature woman to lose herself in a perfectly irrational, immature relationship? For Cynthia Thomas, a single, thirty-something woman, it could be insecurity. It could be loneliness. It could be something deeper. Like a woman who has waded so far into the ocean she's lost sight of the shore, Cynthia fears she's gone too far with Victor. She fears she's wasted too many of her good years. She's no closer to becoming a wife and a mother, and as she approaches her 40th birthday, her regrets threaten to destroy her. Good for them. But when will things be good for ...

Meoshii “Jett” Cándida is known for being a self-absorbed and often inconsiderate human being. Raised by one of Brooklyn’s most notorious and ruthless kingpins, she’s always had this outlook that her needs and wants are above everyone else. After all, she grew up spoiled. But when her father dies and her mom is admitted into a mental facility, her entire world changes as she knows it. Thrust into the dismal world of poverty, Jett has no choice but to take care of herself—with the help of her best friend’s boyfriend, of course. Somehow, she finds herself in a stressful and ...

It's not easy being Married. It's even harder when you're Married To The Mob. The Demonte Family is back for their final roller coaster ride and it's crazier than ever. The wives have been nothing short of understanding and accepting of their husbands lifestyle but, no matter how much they love Corleone, Lucci and Dominic, they have their limits. Being the wife of a Mobster has had its luxurious perks and heartbreaking pitfalls. British, Katera, and Chloe have been the glue that holds their marriages together. The women have come to realize that the lifestyle they have accepted is also the ...

Imagine meeting the man of your dreams in the form of a Mob Boss. That's exactly what happens when the beautiful plus sized British Bryant crosses paths with the Boss of the Demonte Crime Family. Don Corleone is ruthless yet gentle when it comes to British. From the moment he laid eyes on her he became obsessed with getting to know her better and bringing her into his world. Meanwhile British can't accept that he wants a girl like her. In her opinion men don't go for big girls like her but Corleone will show her why she's the chosen one and weight don't mean nothing to him. Corleone's ...

Robert, a motivational speaker, has been through the ringer in life and love. After going through the ups and downs of relationships, he's determined to become celibate. But carnal desires might be too powerful to ignore. HEAVEN is a nurse who has been used and abused much of her young life. When she runs away from her tortured past to start a new beginning those old skeletons follow her and threaten to destroy the new life she has built. By chance, Heaven meets Robert one lonely night when they are both just looking for a good time. But fate has a different plan for these two scarred ...

The Denali’s are back with more drama than ever before. This highly anticipated second installment, is about to take you down a rabbit hole of emotions. When Champion and Chevy made it official no one knew their nuptials would cause so much discord amongst the other wives. Practicing Polygamy has always been easy for Champion. He prides himself on being the perfect husband. However, he’s about to get a reality check out of this world. Life as he knows it, is about to change drastically. Never the one to back down he will stand ten toes down behind his mission to live the perfect life ...

Junie’s entire world came crashing down when she walked in on her husband, Finesse, screwing another woman. Yearning to put some space between her and her soon-to-be ex, Junie reconnects with her homegirl, Siren, who convinces her that it's time for a fresh start. But things progress a lot faster than she expects, and before she knows it, she’s fallen into the clutches of the handsome and powerful Santana "Staxx" Perez. The King of New York has always been one to get what he wants, and right now, he wants Junie to be his future. Siren is a bad girl with bad intentions, but she might've ...

There's an old saying that says everything that look good isn't always good for you. The saying has never rang true in the case of the beautiful Siyah Mills. A chance encounter will cause her to cross paths with the sexy but deadly Kingston "King" Banks. A sexy but ruthless drug kingpin who has the ability to bring the strongest nigga to his knees and break down a woman's very existence. It was lust at first sight when they laid eyes on one another. What was supposed to be a one night stand turned out to be more than Siyah ever bargained for. Kingston takes over not only her body but her ...

Bandit Bae She's a single mom hustling to survive. He's the baddest bandit in the game. Their love is fire, but the streets are about to explode. Jade is done playing it safe. She's got a son to feed and a dream to chase, even if it means working double shifts at the salon and hustling on the side. But when the sinfully sexy Bandit crashes into her life, everything changes. He's got the kind of swagger that makes her knees weak and a reputation that could get them both killed. Their connection is undeniable, a blaze that burns hotter than the streets they rule. But when Bandit gets caught ...

The couple you fell in love with is back and they're fighting one of the biggest cases of their relationship. Their undying love for one another might not be able to survive this latest battle. A scorned woman is a dangerous one and Fatima is back with vengeance. She has every intention on bringing the Ski Mask Mafia down. The possibility of facing life in Federal prison is weighing heavy on Jayceon. The last thing he wants to do is leave his family behind but what choice does he have? Bella on the the other hand refuses to lose the love of her life. It doesn't matter what they say he is or...

Takeah never imagined, that she would give her heart and soul to one person but end up marrying another. Now nearly nine years after her life changing decision, she'll truly have to make a choice on who the right man is for her and what she's willing to sacrifice to get-and to keep-him. But more important than love, Takeah will have to come face to face with her truth, and for the first time in her life, put herself first. And when her two lives collide, she'll be left to pick up the pieces.

Sky, Rebel, and the crew are back in the explosive final installment of Misfit Love. With her heart pulled in three directions, Sky finds herself navigating a dangerous love triangle: her loyal childhood friend Rebel, who’s always had her back; her toxic baby daddy, who refuses to let go; and a ruthless Armenian kingpin with an agenda of his own. But love isn’t Sky’s only battle. Tensions boil over when her friendship with Zuri takes a sharp turn, and their bond is tested over a new love interest. As betrayal, jealousy, and secrets threaten to unravel everything, Sky must decide who ...

After seeing the dark side of addiction, Tamika desperately tries to stay clean with the help of her suspicious acting husband. Expecting Reggie to save her soul she quickly learns that he has his own dangerous demons that may threaten his life and the sanctity of their marriage. Amina is still fuming from the revelation of Russo’s paralyzing shooting and makes sure he pays for his deceit dearly. Completely helpless Russo discovers that the devil you know is the best option when he seeks help from a vengeful relative. For better or worse is truly tested in these marriages…will the ...

The first family of the Black Mafia are back and in full effect. It's one thing to be the girlfriend of a Demonte but to be the wife of a Demonte is something totally different. British, Katera, and Chloe are without a doubt Married to the Mob and feeling the side effects from it. After British says "I Do" to Corleone life changes drastically for her. With the revelation that Angelo Scarelli is her father British has to deal with Corleone creating distance between them. Despite Corleone spoiling British rotten and giving her the world she's having a hard time adjusting to being Mrs. Don ...

Get ready to meet the messiest family from the south side of Chicago. The mom of two grown twin daughters, Harlem is a cougar through and through, carrying on a torrid affair with a man nearly half her age while dating one of Chicago’s most notorious drug lords. Will she be able to keep her affair under wraps? Or will her tyrant husband find out and end her life, as well as the life of her secret lover?
 Despite being twins, 21-year old Forever and Infinity are as different as night and day. Although she’s the good twin - the sensible one with a level head - Forever ends up falling ...

Starting on September 10, 1955, and continuing for more than 600 episodes over the next twenty years, Gunsmoke ruled the airwaves. Each week, Marshal Matt Dillon and his friends would face a new threat to the peace and lawfulness of their frontier home of Dodge City, Kansas—and each week, goodness and determination prevailed. Author, Ben Costello produced a remarkable testament to the on-screen characters and off-screen individuals who made the story lines come alive. With lead performer biographies, hundreds of episode and behind-the-scenes photographs, complete episode logs, updates on ...

The Demonte Family is back with more drama than ever. Corleone, Lucci, and Dominic are feeling the effects of being Married and in the Mob. The Black Mafia lifestyle they've led is starting to take precedent over their personal life. They're finding it hard to juggle being a Mobster and a Husband. The brothers are used to being in charge with the expectations that their wives will follow their lead which has been hard for the girls. However, they've learned how to bite the bullet and follow their husbands. However, the brothers will soon recognize ,a man can't be a man without a woman. ...

In this third installment to A Kingpins Queen series. Queen is stepping into her role as Mrs. Quentin Quartermaine with a point to prove. She’s not allowing anyone to destroy what her and Quentin has built. Giving birth to his first born son has solidified her a place in his life for the long haul. Which makes Quentin far happier than anyone can ever imagine. Situations have arisen that will cause Quentin to make a tough decision that has the potential to ruin everything he has worked for. Including the family he has created. His crew is riding shot gun as usual and ready for whatever. ...

A bored housewife… A string of affairs…. And an end result she never saw coming! How could she… The intense pillow talk had her open! It was supposed to be a break from her regular life at home. She’s wifey! Mother of three! Her life feels like it’s no longer hers. Get up… Feed the kids… Get everyone together… Rinse and repeat! It was a life that had lost its sparkle but it was still a great life. Her husband is hot. Sexy. Stable in his nine to five. Sex with him is intense. Passionate. It’s a life anyone would have traded for. But not Bianca. She is a woman who takes ...

The Church is usually a sacred place that you go to get on the right path in life. However, for Kristy Hart, the church took everything from her including her childhood. Being thick and curvy most women think of that as a blessing but not for Kristy. Dealing with a past that haunts her she learns to keep pushing forward no matter the circumstance. Myles Miller, also known on the streets as Lucky, is focused on getting his stacks up. That is until he runs across the baddest BBW in Atlanta, Kristy. Her aura gains his full attention, she not only is beautiful, but her personality is like no ...