Sincerely Yours (True 2 Life Street) [Paperback]

Al-Saadiq Banks (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 2004

Suave and Sincere have it all;money, cars, furs, jewelry and a solid relationship. They live the ultimate ghetto-fabulous lifestyle, until one late night Suave is forced to make a decision that costs him his freedom. Their lives change right before their eyes.

He's shipped off to prison, leaving him no choice but to leave his worldly possessions and his lavish lifestyle behind.

What he's not prepared to leave behind, is the love of his life, Sincere. He continuously asks himself the most hated question known to man.

Will she get weak, and search for companionship to fill the empty space in her lonely heart, or will she remain, SINCERELY YOURS?

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

TRUE 2 LIFE STREET SERIES

Author Al- Saadiq Banks concludes his three book series, entitled "True 2 Life Street Series". "Sincerely Yours" is not only the conclusion, but it is also the glue to his two Best Selling titles, "No Exit" and "Block Party".

"Sincerely Yours" answers any questions that the author has left lingering from his prior books as well as introduces a host of new characters.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: True 2 Life Productions (June 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0974061026
• ISBN-13: 978-0974061023
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,316,487 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Sincerely Deceitful & Stupid...., August 26, 2004

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This review is from: Sincerely Yours (True 2 Life Street) (Paperback)

Here's another hit by Mr. Banks. The main characters are Sincere & Suave (2 perfect? people in love)...The female character Sincere was an ingrate & "stupidly" irresponsible to the one man who truly loved her. He did a 3 year bid in jail and their relationship was tested. The male character named Suave was a man who was dealt an unfair hand in life, yet he maintains character to push forward. The story is not predictable - don't try to guess. There are "several" surprises in the story. There are some empowering messeges written in this novel, just as much as there is drama and tragedy. The only flaw I have with this book is the author crossed that taboo line...I won't say what it is...read this book for yourself. My favorite part of the book was the boxing scene in the gym, ( I won't say much more). This book skillfully wraps up a 3 book trilogy (NO EXIT & BLOCK PARTY) and concludes questions that were unanswered in his first 2 novels. Nice work, Mr. Banks....what's next????

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sincerely Suave Conclusion!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, August 3, 2004

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Nardsbaby "Connoisseur of the written word™" (Westside Chi-town, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sincerely Yours (True 2 Life Street) (Paperback)

"What more can I say?"

The entire squad is on the court and the clock has just gone into overtime as the coach pulls out his clipboard for that "MOMENT OF CLARITY!"

"It's a hard knock life" 4 Queen's sitting on the sideline awaiting her King's return. You know from the very first time his eye caught yours that his heart was filled with the streets so either you're with that impending bid, or you better blaze your path! But in this case this love is sincerely suave and it's conclusive that it's way too late to let go!

Every single visit you're there, you don't miss a single call, and at mail call you blow his name up so everybody knows Wifey is still on the scene and taking care of her J-O-B! Cause you know that a life without his love is not a life you want to live. UNTIL someone sees that you're lonely, he says the right words that "ALLURE" you. We're human right? I mean I make enough cash to keep his ass off the streets so he elected to do that time not me! But it's not making love if your heart isn't in it! I was weak, I fell; but then he's back for an "ENCORE" performance! Dude on the side is getting wild, saying he's in love, telling you to leave your man. Is he crazy? Lemme "JUSTIFY MY THUG" 4 U! Dude this is just meaningless sex. What my King and I share is 100% L-O-V-E!

As Sincere and Suave do their separate but equal bids we find that "No Exit" opened doors and people were given major 2nd chances. The "Block Party" didn't end but it drastically changed. And after all these years I'm still "Sincerely Yours!"

Al-Saadiq uniquely breathes life into what a reality street life is. I told people that you didn't have to read in any specific order, but as usual Al-Saadiq has stepped up his game so you must start with No Exit, Block Party, and then Sincerely Yours.

REAL RECOGNIZES REAL AND STREET CREDIBILITY IS EVERYTHING!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sincerely Great!!!, February 6, 2005

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This review is from: Sincerely Yours (True 2 Life Street) (Paperback)

I Could Tell By The First Few Chapters That This Book Was A Winner.I Fully Enjoyed It To The Very End.Its A Page Turner.A Few Things I Predicted As I Read Futher, I Was Right On The Money!When The Character"Sincere", Who Was Madly In Love With Her Longtime Lover Suave,Who Served Some Time Behind Bars, Nearly Lost His Mind Worrying About If Sincere Was Being Faithful To Him .But As It Turns Out, I Guess Ole Girl Just Couldnt Hold Out. You Wouldnt Belive Who It Is That She Had The Nerve To Cheat With, Of All People. Oh No Not Him!!!!!The Conclusion To This Story Is Truly, Truly Deep.Its So Funny How The Tables Can Turn...Al, You Put It Down With This One Brother. Keep Up The Good Writing...