In life, we all go through struggles to do what we have to do to get by. Everyone has skeletons in their closets. The series of events we encounter as we journey through life serve as references on our resume of life. However, if you should so happen to be one of the unfortunate ones born into the ghetto, all of the hardship and pain you endure over the years to make it out of the ghetto will forever serve as references on your GHETTO RESUME. Goldie, born into this world DeQuan Walker, is what some people would call a freak of nature. His diverse ways and extraordinary IQ almost insures him an academic scholarship to a prestigious college of his choice. Growing up in poverty in the late 80 s, Goldie s stay-fly fetish turns him into a die-hard hustler, doing anything legal to make a dollar. When tragedy strikes Goldie s family, dire situations force him to become a man before he ever gets to enjoy being a boy. Hustling becomes an addiction for Goldie, and you know they say bad habits are hard to break. Snake, a high school dropout, is Southside St. Pete s most notorious drug dealer. It did not come easy, though. After years of grinding as a nickel-and-dime hustler in the projects, Snake worked his way to the top of the ladder, graduating to his current status of The Man. Snake has it all: money, power, respect, and a fleet of dime pieces. What do these two have in common? Find out what happens in this page-turning thriller when these two cross paths, and Snake walks away owing Goldie his life. Brace yourself and prepare to become a student of the streets, because never before has the game been handed to you on a silver platter like this.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Born January 27,1975. Simmons is an ambitious, self-driven, entrepreneur. Since grade school, he excelled as a scholar and maintained a steady position at the top of his class. Placed in E.L.P ;The Gifted Program; in middle school, Simmons smoothly coasted through high school, later graduating at the top of his class. After high school Simmons immediately enrolled in technical school and later explored different careers. It was after working several different jobs that Simmons decided that punching a time clock wasn't for him and concluded that becoming an entrepreneur was his destiny. Over the years Simmons secured his finances and by age 22 had indulged his entrepreneurial spirit by owning a clothing store, an elegant hair salon, and a promotion company. By age 24 Simmons established his name as a major player in the music industry in the Tampa Bay area. While Simmons was in negotiation with several different distributors tragedy struck. In 2001 Simmons was indicted on charges of drug conspiracy and later sentenced to 151 months in a Federal Correctional Facility. That didn't stop Simmons. His ambition to succeed and go-getter mentality kept him buried in numerous books: studying real estate, finance, business management, and marketing. Simmons enrolled himself into college, where he is currently working on his degree in business management. Ironically, Simmons desire to write came while locked down on 23 hour confinement. With nothing but time on his hand, Simmons became a bookworm, reading novel after novel. Blessed with a vivid imagination, charisma, and a P.H.D. in the streets, it was then that Simmons decided to join the new wave of urban literature and immediately began penning his first novel, Ghetto Resume.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Paving the way.,
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This review is from: Ghetto Re'sume' (Part 1) (Paperback)
Those who say children don't have an agenda haven't met Goldie!
Dequan "Goldie" Walker had a voice way before he entered into this world, and once here, Goldie paid attention to everything and everybody around him. Goldie knew something wasn't right when he bought home excellent report cards, and while his mother was ecstatic his father Albert seemed nonchalant about Goldie's obvious smarts, and this didn't sit well with Goldie. By age ten Goldie's grades were impeccable but that didn't mean the reality of growing up in the ghetto was going to pass him by. A tragedy forced Goldie to have to step up and become the provider for his family. His extraordinary intellect continued to outshine his peers in school, but he soon found out that excellent grades were not putting bread on the table. During this time a notorious drug dealer named Snake is at the top of his game, and is basking in all the glory that comes with being "The Man". Goldie and Snake's paths cross and a friendship formed between this unlikely pair. Snake has been entertaining the idea of leaving the game; Goldie is at the starting gate. It will be a bumpy ride for both but neither of them will be prepared for the shocking outcome to their dreams! Kudos on how author Freddie Simmons crafted the two main character's personalities. Each possessed something that the other only wishes he had. Goldie's strengths were Snake's weakness and visa versa. Both had the upmost respect for each other regardless of their difference in age. I liked that Goldie still continued with his schooling even while learning how to handle himself on the streets. A well rounded story with good character development. A recommended read! Locksie ARC Book Club Inc.
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On the Block,
By OOSA Online Book Club "O.O.S.A. Gets It Read!" (World Wide Web, USA) - See all my reviews (VINE VOICE)
This review is from: Ghetto Re'sume' (Part 1) (Paperback)
Whether you'll grow up and become a product of your environment can be argued on almost every level. Statistically, the deck appears stacked against success and opened to failure. However, the door is never truly completely closed.
Imagine, if you will, from the moment of conception longing to be apart of the chaotic streets. Ambitious, overachiever, yet mentally capable to not only achieve but surpass any wall that may hinder you. Well for DeQuan `Goldie' Walker, he's always been keen to the streets. When his home situation flips, he easily slides into the provider role. Is he really up for the challenge? Marcus `Snake' Robinson' is twice removed from the mere nickel-and-diming hustler he used to be. Snake, the appointed CEO, is the man all of the project kids aspire to be. His recycled funds in the hood are far better than anything the government itself could possibly offer. No longer that same hungry dude, Snake decides at 24 he's done more than most and wants to retire on top. Will it ever be enough? GHETTO RESUME written by newbie Freddie Simmons introduces readers to two hustlers who share the same purpose. While Snake is obviously the master, at times, he learns from his student, Goldie. The story is all right, but it's this reviewer's opinion that it appears to be a little too boastful, jagged and, dare I say, mind-boggling. I had issues throughout the story, mainly trying to imagine a 10-year-old child being able to do certain things. While I know that drugs, poverty and prison have made it harder for some of the children in society, I couldn't believe what the author was saying and had to force feed myself the majority of the story. As the book neared its climax, it was as if Freddie Simmons decided to completely change the Goldie character from this seasoned thug to this affectionate school aged child. Again, this was just too hard for me to swallow. While I will admit, the beginning is truly original, the story itself is filled with too many difficult plots. I do believe that there are readers who will enjoy the story, but for me, I'm hoping in its conclusion the author will hanker down and deliver a more edible read. Reviewed by: Crystal
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Ghetto Resume,
This review is from: Ghetto Re'sume' (Part 1) (Paperback)
Talking about this book is NOT enough. You just have to read it. This book is a page turner that will leave you wanting more after each chapter. Can't wait for the remainder of this trilogy.
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