And I Cry [Hardcover]

Marian Elaine (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 2001

?And I Cry? is a contemporary intercity story in which, Denaire struggles to gain a foothold on life. Denaire unwittingly inspires Austin, a family friend to do more to help. They realize without inviting it they have become a couple.

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About the Author

M. Elaine is a native of North Carolina, who grew up on the streets of Philadelphia. The inner city can be a cold and hard place, where it is every man for himself. She knows this all too well and now draws from her life experiences to weave tales of inner city struggles and triumphs.

M. Elaine now resides in Florida with her teenaged son. In addition to writing and continuing her education, she strives to fashion NoirEnterprise.com into a culturally focused meeting place for the African American.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 204 pages
• Publisher: 1st Book Library (June 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0759651175
• ISBN-13: 978-0759651173
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Spellbinding Tale, October 29, 2001

By 

Sarah Hall (Orlando, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: And I Cry (Hardcover)

I found the writing style very powerful!! I can't wait for more from this author. This story is gripping and I was right there in it. It has been quite sometime since a book has held me captive.

My only regret is that it is not a longer story. But I can't wait to read more from this author!

I actually have an autographed copied. I met her at a book tour and found her very personable and approachable. I like that because some authors can be stand-offish.

4.0 out of 5 stars And I Cry..., June 22, 2004

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The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers (RAWSISTAZ.com and BlackBookReviews.net) - See all my reviews

This review is from: And I Cry (Hardcover)

Denaire has had an unfortunate relationship that ended with a child named Evan. To escape the hypnotic effects of Evan's father, Denaire moves away from home. Not getting along very well with her new roommate, she eventually takes Evan and moves back to her hometown. While not completely over her first major love affair, she finds that she is able to live in the same town with Evan's father without trying to find him. She does vow never to let a man get that close to her again.

Austin, a good Samaritan who grew up without a father, works with fatherless boys. He is the "big brother" to Evan's cousin, Rashon, whose mother is drug addicted and his father is unknown. Since Denaire has moved in with her mother and her sister's children, Evan becomes part of the group nurtured by Austin. Frequently Denaire accompanies Austin on outings with the children and finds herself attracted to him. The feeling is mutual. Unfortunately their path to true love is strewn with old relationships, Austin's mother feels that Denaire is beneath her son and Rashon has feelings of jealousy at being displaced by Denaire.

AND I CRY is a good, fast read that explores relationships between different classes of people, irresponsible parents and rescuing troubled boys. The book makes a subtle statement about upward mobility in the ghetto. Marian Elaine also explores those differences and is honest in her approach to dispelling the myth that America is a classless society.

Reviewed by alice Holman
of the RAWSTAZ Reviewers

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Novel, March 10, 2004

By 

Joy Farrington "Joy Farrington, Author and Vi... (Miami, Fl) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: And I Cry (Hardcover)

Book Title: "And I Cry"
Author: Marian E.
ISBN: 0759651175
Publisher: Author House
Rating: 4 stars

A Great Novel

"And I Cry" is the touching story of Denaire and Austin, who finds each other in a point in their life where they needed each other the most. Austin just broke up with the cold hearted and manipulative, Angela, who has no plans of letting him go. Denaire is a struggling, single parent who returns to her hometown for a fresh start but a brief encounter with the father of her child makes her question if she can really start her life anew. From the moment Austin and Denaire meet, they're instantly drawn to each other. However, Denaire struggles to stay away from Austin because she fears she might get hurt again. Austin's support and understanding soon thaws her broken heart but she's still haunted by her background and her family's past. Through all of Denaire's emotional ups and downs, Austin stays by her side. Austin hopes that with his help Denaire will finally stop doubting herself and realize what a wonderful life she has.

Marion Elaine wrote a touching story about the lives of two people who learns how to lean on each other in their times of need. "And I Cry", is more than a romance novel, there's great dramatic moments as well. We get to meet great characters like Denaire's son, Evan, who is wise beyond his years and Rodger, a juvenile delinquent that will touch your heart. We also meet Austin's long time friend, Rob, who is dealing with a tumultuous relationship with his wife Cynthia.

I really enjoyed "And I Cry" and I'm looking forward to reading more books by Marian E.

Reviewed by: Joy F.


Marion Elaine wrote a touching story about the lives of two people who learns how to lean on each other in their times of need. "And I Cry", is more than a romance novel, there's great dramatic moments as well.. We get to meet great characters like Denaire's son, Evan, who is wise beyond his years and Rodger, a juvenile delinquent that will touch your heart. We also meet Austin's long time friend, Rob, who is dealing with a turmultuous relationship with his wife Cynthia.
I really enjoyed "And I Cry" and I'm looking forward to reading more books by Marian E.