After her big brother Curtis is gunned down in the streets of Brooklyn, Angel's family crumbles. Grief stricken, her mother turns to heroin to ease her pain. She doesn't notice that her son has no food or that her daughters' clothes are torn and dirty. Worst of all, she doesn't see what her boyfriend does to Angel behind closed doors.
Desperate to support her younger brother and sister, Angel hits the streets looking for anything or anyone to help. But she's fifteen years old, so options for legal work are few. As a last resort, she turns to her brother's best friend, Antoine, who arranges for a job for her at a strip club. It's only supposed to be for a while, until she can get her working papers.
Angel is convinced she won't fall victim to the streets like her mother. But the fast life has its temptations and a magical ability to make you forget.
"In the midst of all the same voices in literature, Miasha brings authenticity to the pages of this novel. She's the crème de la crème -- enjoy!"
-- Vickie M. Stringer, Essence bestselling author of Let That Be the Reason
"A poignant tale of innocence lost in Brooklyn."
-- K'wan, international bestselling author of Gangsta, Street Dreams, Eve and Hood Rat
"Mommy's Angel is a fast-paced, well-written, realistic view of what addiction does to our communities. It sheds a bright light on how the addict's hurt, pain, and trouble are recycled onto the people closest to them."
-- Danielle Santiago, author of Grindin' and Essence magazine #1 bestseller Little Ghetto Girl
Miasha arrived on the literary scene in 2006 with her debut novel, Secret Society to raving reviews and an array of national press including BET, CBS, CN8 and The Wendy Williams Experience. Coined "A Writer to Watch" by Publisher's Weekly, Miasha became just that. Featured in national magazines like Essence, Vibe, Philadelphia Magazine, Jet and later in Elle (the first urban literature author to grace the pages), Miasha has been very visible. Her presence was felt even stronger just four months later when she released her top selling sophomore novel, Diary of a Mistress. Known for having extravagant release parties, the Diary of a Mistress launch included a fashion show and a comedy show featuring Kevin Hart. It is no wonder fans of Miasha's have come to expect a high level of excitement and intrigue from the writer superstar.
In 2007, Miasha released her third title, Mommy's Angel, a heartfelt drama close to home. Having grown up with both parents addicted to drugs, she wrote Mommy's Angel at the early age of fourteen when she was able to channel the emotions the main character was going through in the book. This authenticity landed the book on the best sellers list and Miasha on the cover of Black Expressions. Less than a year later, Miasha celebrated the release of Sistah for Sale, a cinematic read about a girl growing up in Miami's sex trade. Averaging two books a year, Miasha was making history in the literary industry--much the way she did when she first entered it.
Unlike many first time authors, particularly in the urban arena, Miasha did not have to self-publish before getting a deal. Instead, she garnered interest from several major publishing houses causing a bidding war to ensue. Publishing powerhouse Simon and Schuster was the highest bidder, granting Miasha a six-figure deal. Since then Miasha has been a trailblazer, putting out back-to-back best sellers, including a sequel to her first and most provocative novel, Secret Society titled Never Enough. Following Never Enough was Chaser, a story about a dangerous love triangle within the underworld of wreck chasing, and her most anticipated novel, 'Til Death, the third installment to the Secret Society trilogy.
In addition to releasing seven titles under Simon and Schuster, Miasha contributed to Diamond Playgirls, an anthology published by Kensington Books. She also went on to release an eBook independently, titled The Return of Chatman; bringing forth the launch of her very own eBook publishing company, Fifth Avenue Entertainment. Through Fifth Avenue, Miasha not only publishes her own works but the digital works of top writers in urban fiction and in November 2010 she published the company's first paperback novel, When the Cake is Made, which she co-authored with Real Housewife of Atlanta, Lisa Wu Hartwell. The novel follows the lives of three women when they intertwine after three disaster weddings and a dress burning ceremony.
A vivid imagination and an extreme work ethic, Miasha has not just limited herself to books. In 2008 she and her husband Rich Coleman, produced the stage play adaptation of Secret Society. The show sold out every date and venue and went on tour in 2009. In 2010 she became the first author with an iPhone/Android app. Yet again Miasha has proven that dreams can come true despite adversities. And this mantra is what she promotes as heavily as she does her brand. Forming the Ask Miasha Foundation, which assists underprivileged youth academically, economically, and socially, Miasha is steadfast about giving back and encouraging people not to dream their lives but to live their dreams.
Fashion forward, trendsetting, and a marketing genius, Miasha stands out in the book business for her style and promotions tactics as much as for her brilliant plot-twisting tales. But overall, she stands out as a dynamic individual whose intense efforts and hard work is displayed in everything she throws herself into from her businesses to her family, which is comprised of a husband and two sons.
Miasha and her family reside outside Atlanta, Georgia.
This review is from: Mommy's Angel: A Novel (Paperback)
A well written urban tale that gives us a hardcore look at the life of a child being raised by a junkie, Miasha does a great job of pulling the reader in immediately and never letting go. An easy read that will leave you wanting more, I finished this book in just one day and was comfortable recommending it to my teenage niece. Miasha is definitely a rising star on the literary scene and one to watch in 07!
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This review is from: Mommy's Angel: A Novel (Paperback)
Miasha candidly powerfully writes a tragic story of a tender soul named Angel.
In a effort to provide food on their table and shelter over their heads, 15-year old Angel, steps up to the challenge to handle these responsibilities for herself, her younger sister, her heroin-addicted mother (despite the live-in boyfriend [Marvin] who's abusive); only to be hurled down and swallowed whole into the bowels of the cruelties of streetlife.
Her plan started out somewhat manageable, despite the constant setbacks at home. Her "do or die" attitude ultimately crashes despite her courageous attempt to keep her homelife in tact.
The sorrow, pain, hurt, disappointment and abandonment of Angel's life is exposed through the talent of Miasha's pen.
The story keeps a steady pace and was enjoyable to read.
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This review is from: Mommy's Angel: A Novel (Paperback)
In Miasha's novel, Mommy's Angel, readers follow the pain and destruction of fifteen year-old Angel. Curtis, her older brother, was the family provider until he was killed. That left Angel, her younger sister, Naja, and baby brother, Kindle to fend for themselves even though they lived with their mother, Carmina. After Curtis died, Carmina succumbed to the grips of addiction, leaving Angel no choice but to find work. Being too young for legal employment, a close family friend hooked her up with a job where it did not matter how old she was. Making enough money to feed her siblings, Angel created plans that included getting a home for them as their current home had become unstable and unbearable. Carmina's boyfriend, Marvin, lived in the home as well and provided Angel with more than enough motivation to put her plans into action.
Angel found herself amid a complex web of lies and debts she was not aware of. Would Angel make good on her plans? Or would the streets make her another statistic?
Mommy's Angel is a fast-paced, easy read. The characters were well developed and realistic. I could hear them speaking as I read the words. The novel followed the adage `whatever can happen, will happen.' I thoroughly enjoyed reading Mommy's Angel and recommend it to urban fiction fans. I look forward to reading other novels by Miasha.
Reviewed by Darnetta Frazier
APOOO BookClub
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