B-More Careful

by Shannon Holmes
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Good Books rating 4.0
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  • ID: 5951
  • Added: 2025-10-27
  • Updated: 2025-10-27
  • ISBN: 9781734892567
  • Publisher: Kingston Imperial
  • Published: 2020-11-10
  • Reviews: 3

Netta, the self-proclaimed leader of the Pussy Pound, lies in a hospital bed in a coma, her life flashing before her eyes. She is forced to confront the tangled web she has woven and the dangerous man she has crossed, realizing that her past may not let her go easily. As she struggles to free herself from the streets, she must face the consequences of her actions and pay the wages for her sins. B-Careful: The B-More Careful Prequel offers a fresh insight into the first book and serves as a bridge to the next installment, answering some questions while raising new ones. This gripping prequel continues the tradition of its predecessor, B-More Careful, delving into the high-stakes world of street life and the perilous choices that define it. Netta's journey is one of redemption and survival, as she grapples with the reality that her past actions may have sealed her fate.

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Apple Books · 2025-10-27
classic 4.50

They are upset that they didn't discover this classic urban fiction book sooner. They believe it carries a powerful message that resonates with readers.

The reviewer, a self-proclaimed fan of urban fiction, expresses their regret at not having read B-More Careful earlier. They describe it as a classic within the genre, praising its ability to convey a powerful message. The narrative's authenticity and the depth of its characters are highlighted as key elements that make the book stand out. They appreciate the book's ability to engage readers and leave a lasting impact, making it a must-read for anyone interested in urban fiction.

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    I'm a huge fan of urban fiction and I'm upset that this is my first time reading this book after all these years of reading.

    This is classic book with a message.

    The narrative's authenticity and the depth of its characters are highlighted as key elements that make the book stand out.

Blinkist · 2025-10-27
raw 4.00

The book offers a stark look at a world few understand, highlighting inner-city struggles and temptations. They praise its raw portrayal and the depth of its characters.

Blinkist highlights how B-More Careful stands out due to its unfiltered depiction of inner-city life, a world that many readers might not be familiar with. The reviewer appreciates the book's ability to delve into the complexities of urban struggles and the temptations that characters face. They commend the author for creating a narrative that is both gritty and authentic, providing a window into a reality that is often overlooked. The depth of the characters and the raw portrayal of their experiences are particularly noted as strengths.

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    Its raw portrayal of inner-city struggles and temptations offers a stark look at a world few understand.

    The book stands out due to its unfiltered depiction of inner-city life.

    The depth of the characters and the raw portrayal of their experiences are particularly noted as strengths.

Ordinary Servant · 2015-08-25
engaging 3.50

The story is compelling but marred by excessive typos and grammatical errors. They appreciate the themes of betrayal and deception but wish the execution was cleaner.

The reviewer found the premise of the story, which revolves around betrayal, deception, and treachery, to be quite engaging. They were drawn into the narrative and appreciated the raw portrayal of inner-city struggles. However, they were disappointed by the numerous typos and grammatical errors that detracted from the overall reading experience. Despite these issues, they acknowledge the strength of the story's themes and the power of its message, which resonates with readers who enjoy urban fiction.

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    The premise of the story was based on betrayal, deception and treachery.

    I would have rated this book five stars had it not been for the excessive typos and grammatical errors I came across.

    Nevertheless, Shannon Holmes has crafted a compelling narrative that stands out in the urban fiction genre.

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