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10 Minutes Past Too Late

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10 Minutes Past Too Late dismantles the stereotypical roles of surreptitious men and mellifluous women in relationships, and escorts us into a rather unusual situation. The characters are colorful, vivid, and pivoting. They jump off the pages and blend the thin line of familiarity and imagination.

Lisa is implacable, spoiled, and brash...thoughtless, and more often than not selfish. She's living the auspicious life of a successful lawyer with a wonderful home and an opulent boyfriend brimming with undying affection for her. Everything is great...that is until a pundit, svelte new man swaggers into Lisa's life smothering her with his presence and charm, and threatening all the comfort she's become accustomed to.

What will this capricious, errant girl do when she's faced with multiple calamities that will totally change her life? Well..I'm surely not going to tell you...you'll have to get the book and read it yourself.

10 Minutes Past Too Late is an intoxicating story...a romance laced with mystery, action, and intrigue...that will keep you up way past bedtime trying to find out the outcome.

Ten Minutes Past Too Late is a lighthearted, entertaining debut novel from Anika Malone.

Meet Lisa Munroe she's a woman of the New Millennium. She has a cushy job, nice ride, owns her home, and a boyfriend to die for. So why is she scared to hell to settle down and commit to her boyfriend, Darnell Harvin? And why is she lusting after the new guy on the block...New York lawyer, Mike Wilson? Lisa's nickname since childhood has been "Bad Girl". As we experience her mad escapades it will quickly become obvious as to how she received this nickname. However, at some point in our lives, we all must grow up and move beyond those things which hinder progress. Is Lisa strong enough to overcome the obstacles in her life?

Malone gives us a good debut novel...its warm, energetic and charming. At times, the storyline was a little predictable, however, the book was easy enough to follow and held your attention so much so that you could breeze through it in one sitting. If you enjoy reading relationship novels, then check out the latest in this genre from newcomer Anika Malone.

THIS BOOK WAS ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I READ
THIS YEAR. THE STORY LINE WAS GREAT, YOU HAVE
LISA A VERY SUCCESSFUL LAWYER WHO HAS A MAN
NAMED DARNELL, DARNELL WANT TO GET MARRIED
HAVE KIDS AND THE WHOLE NINE, LISA WANT TO
HAVE HER CAKE AND EAT IT TOO! BUT IT ALL COMES
DOWN ON HER BRICK BY BRICK

This book was amazing for her first novel. I was very impressed with her work. The characters were so real. There are a lot of Lisa's out there. Darnel is a good man, men like him are hard to find. Mike, I'm sorry things had to happen that way, but see what happens when you meddle in things that aren't your business. Andre was keeping it real.

I loved this book and would recommend it to avid book readers. I had to order it from my bookstore, but it was definitely well worth the wait.

I wish Anika Malone the best of luck and I can't wait for the next book, by her.

This was an excellent book. I can honestly say that the 3 hours it took me to read this debut novel was well worth it. I was just in awe of how real it seemed I have friends who go through this situation and its funny how different people handle them. Lisa just seemed so in control of everything, and to let it all possibly slip away. It was just amazing. Darnel was the man of my dreams, (why can't I meet a Darnel in my city!) I didn't like Mike. Even though he was a professional black man, charming, and sexy, I feel he went about everything the wrong way (all who read it know what I'm talking about:( My fellow book readers, go out and get this non stop roller coaster of a ride debut novel from a author who knows her thing. I am patiently waiting on the arrival of the next book, I just can't wait!!!!!!

10 Minutes Past Too Late introduces us to a fun feisty female character that will take you on a wild explosive ride. Ms. Malone has done a wonderful job of creating a character that you want to dislike, but end up liking and rooting for. Lisa Munroe is not your typical run of the mill female character. Move over you "woe is me" protagonists. Make way for a sexy, funny, devilish in your face lead character. Lisa will have your mouth gapping open, your temperature rising all the while gently tickling your funny bone with a feather. If you're looking for a light, page turning read Ms. Malone delivers.

Reviewed by Angela

As an avid reader, I am always looking for my next book. I read 10 Minutes Past Too Late in 2 days! I couldn't wait to see what that Lisa was up to next! I like books where the chapters aren't too long; because we're going to be interrupted. The book has a continuous flow which I really enjoyed.

Ten minutes past too late is the best book that I've read all year. The way Ms. Malone was to make Lisa Munroe and all of the other characters in this book jumps off of the pages and into your mind is amazing. The author was able to make me not put this book down from beginning to the end and left me wanting to know more about the Munroe family. Thank you for the wonderful read Ms. Malone I look forward to your next book.

Great job, nice home, nice ride. What more could a woman as for? Lisa Munroe has it going on! Or does she? Not only does she have all of those things going for her, she's got a man to die for. Or does she? When the new lawyer, Mike, a handsome New York attorney starts working at Lisa's office, sparks fly. Lisa would never consider messing around with a co-worker. Or would she? Read the book to find out. Lisa's got some issues and it was interesting to see how she handled them. At times, you almost wished you could shake her, or at the very least, smack her. LOL But Ms. Malone has created characters that are fresh, believable and identifiable. With many surprising twists and turns, this book will keep you spellbound waiting to see what will happen next. Buy the book, you'll enjoy the read!

This story is to familiar for me. I know a girl that was going through this exact same situation. Didn't know what she wanted to do with her relationship just knew that she couldn't stop messing up for some reason. It was a lovely story and I recommend it to ladies that have a good man at home. I really enjoyed the ending.