Synopses & Reviews
No More Playas
Brenda Jackson
In the steamy sequel to the unforgettable The Playas Handbook, the biggest playa of them all is back. And hes breaking the rules and raising hell.
Lance Montgomery, renowned relationship expert, has perfected the art of being a playa. His acclaimed workshops and bestselling books prove it. His most popular title, The Playas Handbook, caused a major uproar among black women and men, and shot to the top of the bestseller list.
Then he met Dr. Asia Fowler, a colleague whose views on love are vastly different from his own. Intrigued and unable to forget her, Lance wanted her in his bed. Instead, she found her way into his heart. Fighting his feelings for her, Lance drives her into the arms of another man. Soon after, he realizes Dr. Asia Fowler is the first woman he has ever loved.
Now hes determined to get her back. No matter what.
Review
Praise for BRENDA JACKSON
“The Nora Roberts of African-American fiction.”—Romantic Times
THE PLAYAS HANDBOOK
“Jackson probes the playa mind in this spicy, engaging tale of Chicago singles…The consequences of being a playa outnumber the advantages in Jacksons clever, frothy story, as independent, self-centered men cave to the irresistible lure of love.” —Publishers Weekly
“Its rare to find a female author who tackles romance from not just one male perspective but several, and Jacksons latest work shows her superb versatility…A scintillating treat.” —Romantic Times
…and the novels in the Madaris series
TASTE OF PASSION
“The Madaris clan is back and, as always, it's a welcome return. Jackson always makes the connection between hero and heroine seamless and, even though you know what's coming, it's not forced. The love scenes are beautifully written, and longtime fans will be delighted to see familiar characters again.” -Romantic Times BOOKreviews
“A pure delight.” -Romance in Color"Sexy, sexy, sexy... You'll cheer on this strong woman and honorable man"—Fresh Fiction
SLOW BURN
“An entertaining story...Jackson brings back beloved characters from her popular series, and the reunion is exceptionally satisfying.”—Romantic Times BOOKreviews
“A good solid story with fiercely tender and intensely romantic protagonists.”—Single Titles.com
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
“Jackson is a master at juggling two plots at a time, and Unfinished Business proves no exception. A perfect balance of tension and chemistry is created as Christy and the somewhat domineering Alex battle unknown criminals—as well as their unresolved attraction to each other.”—Romantic Times BOOKreviews
“Hot and sexy.”—Romance Reader at HeartTM
THE MIDNIGHT HOUR
“A super-hot hero, a kick-butt heroine and non-stop action! Brenda Jackson writes romance that sizzles and characters you fall in love with.”—Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling author
“The Midnight Hour is a roller-coaster read of passion, intrigue and deceit.”—Sharon Sala, New York Times bestselling author
“With taut, over-the-top romantic thriller, Jackson revisits her popular Madaris Family and Friends series...Jackson smoothly alternates between several points of view and throws in a number of plot twists...Jackson [has a] knack for creating characters with emotional depth and distinct voices...[a] tension-packed read.”—Publishers Weekly
“Jackson has written another compelling drama about the Madaris family and their friends.”—Booklist
“Action, mystery and sensuality propel The Midnight Hour forward. Jackson forces readers to step outside the romantic suspense box and enter an elusive world of undercover agents and crime lords. Victoria and Drake are memorable characters who will provide hours of enjoyment for even the most cynical of readers.”—Romantic Times BOOKreviews
“Drake and Tori are tough, passionate, loyal, and attractive protagonists. Their courage and fire and their strong feelings for each other cant help but appeal to readers. So, too, will the non-stop action; there are no dull moments in The Midnight Hour.”—Romance Reviews Today
SURRENDER
“The Madaris family is one that fans will never tire of! First-time readers will also feel right at home—this is a self-contained story as well as a sequel!”—Romantic Times BOOKreviews
TRUE LOVE
“Brenda Jackson writes with a smooth pen and a very distinctive voice. Prepare yourself for twists, turns, and family secrets that only add wonder to an already enjoyable story.”—Romantic Times BOOKreviews
FIRE AND DESIRE
“With her inimitable style, Ms. Jackson has created another rip-roaring, seductively sensual love story that is sure to take the romance-reading community by storm. As always, her standard of excellence is evident in every scintillating page.” —Romantic Times BOOKreviews
SECRET LOVE
“Jackson has done it again. Fantastic.” —Romantic Times BOOKreviews
Review
"As sinfully sexy as the first novel."--RT Book Reviews "Readers [will become] absorbed in the interpersonal fireworks and sultry melodrama that has become Jackson's forte."--Publishers Weekly
Synopsis
Lance Montgomery, renowned relationship expert, has perfected the art of being a playa. His acclaimed workshops and bestselling books prove it. His most popular title,
The Playas Handbook, caused a major uproar among black women and men, and shot to the top of the bestseller list.
Then he met Dr. Asia Fowler, a colleague whose views on love are vastly different from his own. Intrigued and unable to forget her, Lance wanted her in his bed. Instead, she found her way into his heart. Fighting his feelings for her, Lance drives her into the arms of another man. Soon after, he realizes Dr. Asia Fowler is the first woman he has ever loved.
Now hes determined to get her back. No matter what.
Synopsis
Lance Montgomery, renowned relationship expert, has perfected the art of being a playa. His acclaimed workshops and bestselling books prove it. His most popular title,
The Playa's Handbook, caused a major uproar among black women and men, and shot to the top of the bestseller list.
Then he met Dr. Asia Fowler, a colleague whose views on love are vastly different from his own. Intrigued and unable to forget her, Lance wanted her in his bed. Instead, she found her way into his heart. Fighting his feelings for her, Lance drives her into the arms of another man. Soon after, he realizes Dr. Asia Fowler is the first woman he has ever loved.
Now he's determined to get her back. No matter what.
About the Author
Brenda Jackson is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of numerous novels, including the Westmorelands series and, from St. Martins Press, Some Like It Hot, Taste of Passion and The Playa's Handbook, among others. She was the first African-American author to have a book published under the Harlequin/Silhouette Desire line of books and the first African-American romance author to make USA Today's Bestseller's List and the New York Times Bestseller's List for the series romance genre. Jackson has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Jacksonville University, and worked for thirty-seven years in management at a major insurance company. She now divides her time between family, writing and traveling. She has been married for thirty-seven years to her childhood sweetheart, Gerald, and they have two sons. She lives in the city where she was born, Jacksonville, Florida.