Temptations of Desire [Paperback]

Clarence Nero (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 18, 2010

Since the release of his first novel, Clarence Nero has become a superstar of the literary world. His words pulse with the energy of life on the street, and his stories brim with conflict and emotion. Now we're proud to reintroduce his first urban classic, which explores a young man's experience living in and eventually freeing himself from one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in America. At one time, Desire in New Orleans was the pride of public housing, and generations of teenage Cheekie's family had lived there happily and safely. But by the 1970s, the project has seriously deteriorated into violence, drugs and poverty. Despite its downfalls, Desire remained a neighborhood fueled by the people, and their vibrant energy and love of fun transcending their oppressive surroundings. But it's still no place for a young boy, and all Cheekie wants is to get out. Described through his young voice, the neglect and the nurturing, the violence and the inspiration of Desire come alive as Cheekie grows into manhood, finally escapes and forges ahead on an inspiring journey toward personal and professional success. We think you'll love Clarence Nero's critically acclaimed first novel.

Editorial Reviews

Review

The author shows the triumph and tragedies of living in the ghetto. --Ebony Magazine

The novel offers a bit of everything--humor, drama, tragedy, but most importantly an uplifting sense of entertainment. Recommended. --Reviewer, HARPO Productions (Film)

This book will touch the soul of all readers. From the beginning, I was immersed in the drama of Cheekie, Safot, Cheekie's mom, brothers, and a variety of other friends and relatives. From feeling sorry for Safot, happy for Cheekie's accomplishments, and scared for Cheekie's mother in her search for a stable relation, I was eventually empowered by Cheekie's life story. The child's tone of voice was life-like and made you feel as if you were experiencing challenges from a 12 year old perspective. Cheekie's success proves that whether you come from the Desire Project or any other ghetto, life is what you make of it. I wish the best of luck to this phenomenal writer! --amazon.com

"One of our most promising writers." --Dr. Maya Angelou

The author shows the triumph and tragedies of living in the ghetto. --Ebony Magazine

About the Author

Clarence Nero, author, screenwriter, educator, grew up in New Orleans' Ninth Ward and graduated from Howard University with a B.S. in Chemistry. He has received favorable praise from Dr. Maya Angelou, and his screenplay, Temptations of Desire was recommended to Sundance Lab by Jonathan Demme, Academy Award Winning Director of Silence of the Lambs and Beloved. Nero was endorsed by the late E. Lynn Harris, who the author credits for jump starting his career in mainstream publishing. Nero has an MFA in Creative Writing from Louisiana State University. He teaches at the Baton Rouge Community College.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: NuWorle Publishing; 2nd edition (February 18, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1615238166
• ISBN-13: 978-1615238163
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,307,286 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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