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The Lies Hustlers Never Tell [Paperback]

Shahida T. Fennell (Author)

4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews) |

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Publication Date: March 1, 2005

Keisha, Samira, Stacey and Nikki have more in common than they think. They love the same man and they play different roles in his world. He's the Don Juan of the city; the player of all players to some, but these women know the lies he never tells. See, in the world of a hustler, things may seem all gravy but the truth be told, everything that shine ain't gold. Things are never what they really seem, so let the truth unfold... The lies a hustler never tells Takin' welfare checks to flip, getting rentals in my name so you can floss with those other chicks. Using me as your sperm deposit, while skeletons fill up your closet Wearing your name as a bracelet, PROUD While tattooed a$$e$, arms and tits got your head filled with gas When it should be filled with shame These chicks don't even know your government name SO YOU LAUGH Not that you glad Naaah! you need somewhere for your dope to be stashed So you play a half-a$$ dad, Claiming only some These chicks don't know that you're an undercover bum Got fat pockets, iced out and flashy cars If they knew who you really ARE! Driving your BMW in your baby momma's name to keep it on the low you pay her Flossing in your ice an imaginary player You stay in something fly, truth be told one of your girls is a booster Your life is filled with lies, tricks, deceit and fantasy see the lies a hustler never tell will haunt him and be his worst enemy.

#outer_postBodyPS { display: none; } #psGradient { display: none; } #psPlaceHolder { display: none; } #psExpand { display: none; } Keisha, Samira, Stacey and Nikki have more in common than they think. They love the same man and they play different roles in his world. He's the Don Juan of the city; the player of all players to some, but these women know the lies he never tells. See, in the world of a hustler, things may seem all gravy but the truth be told, everything that shine ain't gold. Things are never what they really seem, so let the truth unfold... The lies a hustler never tells Takin' welfare checks to flip, getting rentals in my name so you can floss with those other chicks. Using me as your sperm deposit, while skeletons fill up your closet Wearing your name as a bracelet, PROUD While tattooed a$$e$, arms and tits got your head filled with gas When it should be filled with shame These chicks don't even know your government name SO YOU LAUGH Not that you glad Naaah! you need somewhere for your dope to be stashed So you play a half-a$$ dad, Claiming only some These chicks don't know that you're an undercover bum Got fat pockets, iced out and flashy cars If they knew who you really ARE! Driving your BMW in your baby momma's name to keep it on the low you pay her Flossing in your ice an imaginary player You stay in something fly, truth be told one of your girls is a booster Your life is filled with lies, tricks, deceit and fantasy see the lies a hustler never tell will haunt him and be his worst enemy.

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About the Author

Shahida T. Fennell is an innovative poet, writer and AIDS activist. This powerful Delaware-born novelist is producing literature that promotes awareness to the current social issues within the urban community.

Product Details

Paperback: 158 pages
Publisher: A NU Direction Publishing (March 1, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 097657330X
ISBN-13: 978-0976573302
Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,422,423 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars All That & More, April 26, 2005

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I absolutely loved this book..It gives you alot of information that helps young women mostly understand the type of games that men are playing. A good read...GO OUT & BUY!
I will be buying The Truth About Cianni by Shahida Fennell soon..Keep it up Girl

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Powerful Message To All, April 12, 2005

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This book was sensational. I like the characters as well as all of the many twist and turn of events that occured throughout the book. Definitely a page turner. The character Ace is a "true hustler." Congratulations....

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4.0 out of 5 stars You gotta drink? Get another one, make em' pay for it......, April 5, 2005

Brandi "Slim Goodie" (Wilmington,Delaware) - See all my reviews

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Me livin in delaware, i related to this book alot. I love this book but the only reason i give it 4 stars instead of 5 is because it need to be proof read just a little bit. And the endind was dumb. I wanted more and more and more. But what I recieved i was good with what i had.......
GOOD BOOK, GO GET AND REPRESENT FOR THE GIRL SHAHIDA T. FENNELL

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4.0 out of 5 stars Very Impressed
I read and met this young author and was very impressed. This book was a page turner and kept my interest for the three hours it took me to read the book. Read more

Published on May 2, 2007 by Nicole G. Williams

3.0 out of 5 stars Need More...
An easy read, I read it in a few hours and I was pulled into the story, which by the way is a good one. But I was disappointed by the way Shahida ended the story. Read more

Published on September 4, 2005 by LOCKSIE

2.0 out of 5 stars Unfortunately, The Lies Hustlers Never Tell Was Lackluster
I was torn with this review. I wanted to enjoy this novel. I believe The Lies Hustlers Never Tell could have been an outstanding novel because of its realistic story line. Read more

Published on August 19, 2005 by PRS

4.0 out of 5 stars A street novel with a moral
Ace, whose real name is Ali, is the modern day version of Don Juan. He has four women who all love him but he hops from woman to woman, taking what he needs, leaving nothing for... Read more

Published on July 16, 2005 by The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers

5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read
This book is off the hook. I read it in one day. There is going to be a sequel and I can't hardly wait. Get the book. Read more

Published on June 24, 2005 by Evelyn D. Lowe

4.0 out of 5 stars Dazzle with the flash & the floss
Ace a natural born charmer. Absent the love, and guidance male children need from positive males, Ali Prince Sr. grew up spoiled. Read more

Published on May 24, 2005 by Nardsbaby

5.0 out of 5 stars MUST READ
I Read this book in one day while doing laundry, the poems at the end of each chapter were OFF THE HOOK, i really enjoyed the poem on page 100, truly a page turner, I'am eagerly... Read more

Published on May 23, 2005 by Cheri I. Durant

4.0 out of 5 stars It was good just a week ago...
This was a very good book written with excellent morals. I found myself feeling sorry for the playa, playa, but you reap what you sow. Read more

Published on May 20, 2005 by Shaelyn

5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read
Great book.I read it in 3 hours.It a must read for young girls & women thinking the street life it's all glamorous.The poems were off the hook. Read more

Published on May 18, 2005 by Kerri Hudson

4.0 out of 5 stars Delaware on the horizon
Definitely a page turner. The book had a message: Young girls and women should learn to love theirself. The poetry was on point. Read more

Published on May 16, 2005 by Ms. J

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Every morning for the past week, Nikki had been in the bathroom. Read the first page

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The Lies Hustlers Never Tell, Aunt Karin, Rite Aid, Look Ace, Clifford Brown Walk, Fennell Ace, The Lounge, New York, South Street, Salaam Alaikum, Nikki's Lexus

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