Darrell Jenkins a.k.a. The Sandman is known as a legend in the streets of Waterloo, Iowa, experiencing success on both sides of the law. However, out of all the things Darrell has accomplished, love is the one thing that has eluded him. Enter Sherrice Valdez, an exotic beauty who is down on her luck. Sparks fly between the two when they meet during a chance encounter. Things get complicated as Darrell and his crew start a drug war that turns the streets into a war zone. Add in some baby momma drama, a detective with a chip on his shoulder, plus a few haters and you have a recipe for disaster. Not to mention a mysterious figure lurking in the background hell-bent on revenge. Take a journey deep into the heart of the Midwest in a story full of lust, murder and deception. No one knows how the game will end, but it s certain that when all is said and done, someone will be Betrayed.
David Givens is a unique author able to transcend the normal crudeness associated with 'street lit' and combine it with the suspense of popular thriller novels with the added danger element found in the action genre. To call him a hybrid is a compliment. His stories weave profound tales of flawed people struggling to overcome their inner demons while using a sprawling Midwestern urban landscape as their backdrop.
Mr. Givens has crafted a masterpiece in his Betrayed Trilogy. His first novel, Betrayed, introduces you to a world filled with unsavory characters, misunderstood villains and a plot twist that will leave you scratching your head. The language is crude at times, but so are the situations. Mr. Givens shows maturity in his second novel, Betrayed Once Again. The story is fast paced and full of suspense. The crudeness erodes and a wonderful prose shines through. You will come away from the experience feeling that you connected with the characters and can't wait to see what happens next.
In the concluding novel, Betrayed No More, Mr. Givens takes his writing skills to another level. From the opening paragraph the story draws you in and won't let you go until its satisfying conclusion. Along the way you are treated to an action thriller that keeps you on edge and turning the pages. It is truly a fitting end to the trilogy.
David Givens is presently working on several different novels that cover a broad spectrum of genres. He also writes articles on suite101.com. In the near future he hopes to finish a movie script. He resides in Iowa with his beautiful wife and six wonderful children.
