A Sticky Situation [Paperback]

Kiki Swinson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 15, 2008

At 34, the beautiful Maxine Shaw thrives in her current position as a federal parole officer. Known throughout countless federal correctional facilities for violating and sending parolees from her caseload back to prison, she's the most surprised when she lets her guard down for Seth.

The confident, ruthless, Seth Richardson sets his sights on Maxine, who is instantly turned on by his swagger. The consequences she would face from her employer if she ever got caught dating a parolee is alluring. They begin a tumultuous, secretive relationship that has restrictions.

Knowing that Maxine has aspirations of owning a small business, Seth convinces her to ignore his drug-hustling in order to get her the start-up money. Everything seems to be going according to plan until Maxine finds out that Seth has a major distraction in his life Samantha Mitchell. Samantha, who happens to be Seth's codefendant and 'ride or die' chick, has just come home from serving jail time in a women's federal camp.

As both women compete for Seth's love and affection a sticky situation unfolds. Is Maxine cunning enough to outsmart Samantha and take her man for good? Or will Samantha's street-savviness outwit the educated Maxine?

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About the Author

Kiki Swinson is the national bestselling author of the Wifey series. She currently resides in Virginia with her husband and three children.

Product Details

• Paperback: 248 pages
• Publisher: Melodrama Publishing; Original edition (June 15, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1934157090
• ISBN-13: 978-1934157091
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (42 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #880,170 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Born and raised in Portsmouth, Virginia, Kiki Swinson discovered her flair for writing twelve years ago after completing her first novel entitled "Mad Shambles," while serving a five year sentence at a federal prison for "being the wifey" of a known drug dealer. This charge is known as "knowing of and/or about a criminal-enterprise."

After being released in December 1996, she did a little research and learned about the success of authors such as Bebe Moore Campbell, Terry McMillan and Sheneska Jackson. She said, "DangÂ… these women got it going on. And if they did it, so can I!"

Ms. Swinson, later went on to self-publish "Mad Shambles." Her passion for writing didn't stop there. Writing feverishly into the wee hours of the night, she completed her second novel, Wifey, which was picked up and published by Melodrama Publishing. After the success of Wifey, there was an overwhelming demand for her to write a sequel. Her fans wanted more so Ms. Swinson decided to answer all unanswered questions. The result is a creative, gritty work of fiction entitled, "I'm Still Wifey."

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars IT WAS DEFINITELY A STICKY SITUATION, May 8, 2008

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Sharmaine "The Book Lover" Adams (Tampa, Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Sticky Situation (Paperback)

I COULDN'T PUT THIS BOOK DOWN. I TRULY LOVE ME SOME KIKI. THAT GIRL REALLY KNOWS HOW TO TELL A STORY & GIVE YOU REALLY SICK TWIST AT THE END. I NEVER SAW IT COMING. HOWEVER, THERE MIGHT BE A SEQUEL!! LET'S KEEP OUR FINGERS CROSSED!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Another One Bites The Dust!, September 3, 2008

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CHayes "Cheryl" (Bronx, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Sticky Situation (Paperback)

Kiki Swinson, author of Wifey, has done it again with this knock-out, drag-out, drama-filled tale, A Sticky Situation.

Keeping the tone upbeat and full of excitement, we are introduced to Maxine Shaw, a federal parole officer who has fallen in love with one of her parolees. Ms. Shaw is a stickler for following the rules, but when her heart becomes involved she throws caution to the wind. Seth Richardson is this hardcore drug dealer who sweeps Maxine off her feet, but he is a cheating, conniving liar that will do anything to get ahead. An ex-con and former drug dealer, Seth is trying to stack his cash for when his girlfriend gets released from prison so they can ride out into the sunset.

While Maxine is showing signs of low self esteem, Samantha Mitchell, is back on the scene and is claiming what is rightfully hers and that is Seth. Freshly released from jail, all she can think about is reuniting with Seth. But once she realizes he has not changed his old ways and refuses to remain faithful to her, Samantha decides to take matters into her own hands.

Filled with double crossing players, back-stabbers, and straight up snitches, this book will have you jumping out of your seat. I recommend A Sticky Situation to fans of Ms. Swinson and Urban Fiction readers.


Reviewed by: Cheryl H
APOOO BookClub

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars IT WAS OKAY!, July 21, 2008

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Love to Read "Book Lover" (Newark, NJ) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Sticky Situation (Paperback)

This book was just OKAY for me. At times, I felt that certain things just didn't make sense to be added in the book. For example, what was the purpose of Samantha receiving that call from the other guy at her house? What about the Correction Officer threatning to get her back? That situation just died out and never mentioned again. I think certain things didn't need to be included in the book. I didn't like Maxine's character at all! Not only was she crazy, she was very needy and it was very aggravating! I know women like this do exist but it just became too much. The ending threw me for a complete loop. It wasn't even expected but the crazy thing is...I didn't like the ending. To me, it just didn't make sense. Is this a set up for a part 2? Does she just get away with it? It was okay. It's entertaining and I would suggest to others to purchase it.