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Life of a Real Housewife: Tell The Truth and Shame The Devil Kindle Edition

by Angela Stanton (Author), Alveda King (Foreword) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,613 ratings
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Brazen, incisive, and outrageous, (formerly Lies Of A Real Housewife), spans the years of early childhood through adulthood. It’s an illustration of guts, and the determination it takes to overcome tragedies in one’s life. Her story begins at the tender age of five years old when Angela Stanton sexually abused. She takes us into her survival mode on the streets, and adjustments she had to make in her home life. The author shares experiences of her teen years, growing up in Buffalo, NY. She leads us on a short stay as a young girl in Greensboro, NC. The author, rapper, wife and mother, guides us through her struggles into her early adult years in Hotlanta. By fate, she lives a hustler’s life of crime with none other than Real Housewives of Atlanta’s own, Phaedra Parks. By a twist of fate, her life crashes sending her on a trip to a darkened place called hell. Angela Stanton, survives to give a raw, revolutionary account of her daring journey to redemption. In her sophomore book, (formerly Lies Of A Real Housewife), Angela Stanton opens her past life for public viewing.
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Angela Stanton was born gifted with the ability to captivate people with her words. A dynamic motivational speaker and author that inspires her audiences by her own life's challenges. Angela was born in Cheverly, M.D. and moved to Buffalo, N.Y. at the age of six weeks.
          Angela  attended  more  than  thirteen different  elementary  and  high schools  before  she  finally  ended  up  in  an  alternative  school.  After  being expelled  from alternative education  she  ended  up  in  evening  school ,  then  after  being  expelled from there  it  was  ruled  that  she  could  never  attend  another  school  in  the  state  of  New  York.
          Angela  was  sexually  and  mentally  abused  beginning  at  the  tender  age  of  five.  She  first  ran  away  at  the  age  of  nine,   then subsequently  left  home  for  good  at  the  age  of  twelve.   Angela  has  endured  many  of  life’s  heartaches  ranging  from  promiscuity,  drug’s,  mental  and  physical  abuse.  She has also been arrested  over  twenty  times.
          Angela  is  now  a  married  mother  of  five and  a  three time  convicted  felon,  who now  resides  in  Atlanta,  G.A.  with  four  of  her  children.  She  gave  birth  to  her  fifth  child  in  prison  handcuffed  to  a  bed.   She  also  lost  her  mother  and  grandmother  to  death  during  her  incarceration.
          Instead  of  succumbing to  all  of  her  misfortunes  in  life,  she  uses her  experience  in  life’s  lessons  to  help  other’s over come. Her story is gripping and her concern is sincere. Along  those  lines,  Angela  is  the  author  of  Life Beyond These walls, and founder of Dont Ask Just Tell a non profit organization;  her life is having a profound impact in halfway houses, youth detention centers and on the unsuspecting. Angela's client  list  includes  satisfied  customers  from  the  corporate,  civic,  faith-based,  correctional  systems,  and  school  sectors.


Dr. Alveda King, niece of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, and daughter of the late slain civil rights activist Rev. A. D. King and his wife Naomi Barber King. a published author, the most popular works being her best selling book "Sons of Thunder: The King Family Legacy."

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00UY1MQI4
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Stop The Silence Press (March 18, 2015)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 18, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 10920 KB
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4.4 out of 5 stars
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Customers find the book great, easy, and interesting. They describe the story as believable, elaborately told, and well-written. Readers say the story is inspiring, touching, and serves as a life lesson. They also mention the book is heartfelt and troubling.

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288 customers mention "Readability"276 positive12 negative

Customers find the book great, easy, and interesting. They say the narrative is detailed and captivating. Readers also mention it's a fast read and the perfect distraction in this highly stressful moment.

"...Angela really as something to say and something worth reading. Yes, she can write simply because she has a story worth sharing. All the best!" Read more

"...What you all talk bout?Anyways all in all it was a good book. And i hope my money helps her and her family in some way...." Read more

"...Lies of a Real Housewife by Angela Stanton is a fast paced read detailing her life from childhood, but mainly focusing on her time breaking the law..." Read more

"This is a great book for people that love housewives reality television…..very interesting from the beginning to end." Read more

159 customers mention "Believable story"120 positive39 negative

Customers find the story elaborately told, real, and compelling. They also say the book is insightful, truthful, and well-written. Readers appreciate the detailed narrative and say it's straight to the point.

"...Let the audience decide who is what. Her story is very believable especially with people all around phadrea still going down...." Read more

"Just finished reading, it's a real page turner the girl can write. I read it in one sitting, I believe she's telling the truth...." Read more

"...Elaborately told, Ms. Stanton does a great job captivating the reader with her past affiliations with some of Atlanta's underground hip-hop industry..." Read more

"...She's seemed sneaky, and phony to me. I wanted to be wrong about her, and like her personality on the show, but it was always something...." Read more

34 customers mention "Inspirational story"34 positive0 negative

Customers find the story inspiring, moving, and heartwarming. They say it gives courage, wisdom, and understanding. Readers also mention the book is gripping and serves as a life lesson.

"...If your a housewife fan or not this is a very touching story. Now I'm ready for the movie" Read more

"Very upfront and personal story told by someone who has battled her share of demons...." Read more

"...I have been touched deeply by this book. I pray for Angela's success...." Read more

"...But the story is also empowering and shows how she made a 180° change in the direction of her life...." Read more

19 customers mention "Heartfelt story"19 positive0 negative

Customers find the story heartfelt, troubling, and informative. They say it takes them on an emotional journey and has some hilarious moments.

"Although the book was interesting and sad, your life is predestined before you enter the world...." Read more

"This book kept my attention as it took me on an emotional journey. I was rooting for Angela as I read about all of her trials and tribulations...." Read more

"...This book is truly a must read for young black women. Its a raw cautionary tale about Choices and Consequences we face when involved with the wrong..." Read more

"...It's heartbreaking to read, particularly since its alleged to be a true account of Ms Stanton's own life and "friendship" with Mrs Parks...." Read more

16 customers mention "Pacing"11 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book. Some mention it's remarkable and awesome, while others say it starts too slow and timelines don't really add up.

"...All in all, it's a good quick read - and the allegations against Phaedra are shocking, given that she's an attorney - so it's an excellent book..." Read more

"...It truly is a story & lesson about friendship, trust & betrayal...." Read more

"...She's smart- but greedy and selfish. May God have mercy on our souls for falling beneath her power...." Read more

"Very good read, it really shows how dishonest phadera, apollo and the company they keep are...." Read more

11 customers mention "Value for money"4 positive7 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the value for money of the book. Some mention it's definitely worth the $10, while others say it's not worth the hype. They also mention the book has typos and no real substance.

"...This book was not worth the $5 it costs at all." Read more

"...It is definetely worth the 10 bucks." Read more

"...Would not waste money on this book. Yes, Phaedra used her, but she was a willing participant...." Read more

"...A slave never had the choice. It was taken from them. Not worth the price I paid for it." Read more

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Lynn
5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Good Read!
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2012
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First of all, ater reading it, I believed her story. Second of all, let me say that I do NOT watch RHWOA. Never have. However, there are other talk shows I do watch from time to time and also other forms of black media that I review and they often talk about this show so that is how I know some things about the characters of the show. A while back, when I saw a tiny clip of them introducing P as the newest housewife, there was something about her that seemed...well... familiar. Did I know her from somewhere? She had an unusual first name and I thought she may have gone to school with me, in a younger grade of course. Then, fast forward to yesterday, I was making my usual rounds to some of the black media websites, and I came across Angela's interviews regarding her past associations with P and company, and information about her second book. I knew that P's husband had a criminal past and quietly wondered why a professional woman would want a husband like that. Then, after hearing all 3 parts of Angela's interview, everything made sense. The dots had been connected. I just had to get the ebook, and I quickly read it. I must say I could not put the book down, it was just that good. After reading the story, I developed a sense of profound sadness for Angela and all that she went through. From the abuse she suffered as a small child, to the many times she was put out of school, to her own mother's bad choices in a man, to Angela's children by various men and finally to what led up to her incarcerations. I felt she had endured enough pain to last 10 lifetimes. Being behind bars and away from her mom and kids for her cimes was indeed a tough experience for her to have to bear, and to know that the person she thought would truly had her back in all of this mess could care less about her woes must of truly hurt even more. I am sure she has learned from her mistakes so that she can first of all teach her own children, so these sad and unfortunate things will not be revisited upon them. I am also grateful that she is using her life to educate women and help them all she can to prevent them from similar pitfalls. That is truly how you give back. God spared Angie's life for a reason. I know her mother and grandmother's spirit abide with her to this day. Lastly, I would like to say to Angela not to worry about getting back at P, but just continue on the course God has for you and your family. I do hope many people actually purchase this book or the ebook form. Angela really as something to say and something worth reading. Yes, she can write simply because she has a story worth sharing. All the best!
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Alexis
5.0 out of 5 stars Yes she did you dirty. Yes that was messed up
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2014
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I found this book juicy and a page turner. Some small editing issues, but i respect her hustle as a mom possible single mom. I never wanted the book to end.

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I kind of wish she wouldn't put so much blame and attention on Phaedra. Yes she did you dirty. Yes that was messed up. But own up to your part.take responsibility because no one wants to hear or read a bunch of woe is me crap. Let the audience decide who is what. Her story is very believable especially with people all around phadrea still going down. Here she is possibly about to leave her ditzy ass husband when its like how could someone like her marry someone who's elevator doesn't go all the way to the top? Where you really in love? What you all talk bout?

Anyways all in all it was a good book. And i hope my money helps her and her family in some way. Im so sorry she lost her damn grandma and mom whule incarcerated and then haf her baby in there too. As a mother. A single mom. I really felt that part of her story. Being homeless. What a strong woman. I hope she is just using Phaedra as a way to get more money and not because she really blames her for her struggles. Let go of some of that bitterness.
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Ms LeDiva
4.0 out of 5 stars Tell the truth and shame the devil
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2012
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***SPOILER ALERT***
Lies of a Real Housewife by Angela Stanton is a fast paced read detailing her life from childhood, but mainly focusing on her time breaking the law with Phaedra Parks and company.

When I first came across the Vibe video courtesy of Stoopid Housewives, I wasn't surprised at all. Phaedra comes across somewhat shady for instance, taking money from her client in the parking lot, the due date scandal, her husband's charges that she tries to sugar coat, his being pulled over by the police and so many other situations that has played out before our eyes on television. I went in with my suspicions knowing that most of what Angela was airing out was going to be sensationalized. After reading her story, I think she has a valid point for feeling the way that she does and it's not about the money, but about friendship, loyalty and Phaedra not honoring their agreement.

Everybody knows that Phaedra has a freaky side which is nothing new especially after hearing the way she was going on and on about Ridickulous. Another conclusion one can come to regarding Phaedra is Sheree's, Mystikal's and Bobby Brown's cases, that she's not that great of an attorney either since just about all of her clients goes to jail. Well except for Sheree, but you all saw how that played out on RHOA. I wanted for this book not to paint Phaedra as the person Angela was accusing her as being. I wanted to believe that she was the legitimate business woman that she portrays herself as, but with all of the evidence provided in this book, it's a tough call. Angela Stanton drops names, places, DETAILS, descriptions like the inside of Phaedra's house before RHOA putting big emphasizes on her bedroom being befitting of a dominatrix. I get the inkling from the way that the author was talking about her and Phaedra's relationship, that there may have been something more intimate going on between them. I mean look at her, she kind of favors Phaedra has the same mannerisms and she idolized her more than just as a friend would. In my opinion it read more like Angela was in love with Phaedra. When you read the lengths that she went through to please Phaedra you'll see exactly what I'm talking about. Angela even considered aborting a child by drinking some kind of potion that Mama Park's gave them a recipe for just because that's what Phaedra wanted. WTH???

Angela lost it when she saw E, Apollo's brother, being picked up in a Rolls Royce during a scene on RHOA when clips of Phaedra and Apollo's wedding were aired. What made the author feel used was one, she married Apollo of all people and two, was the fact that Phaedra took care of everyone else involved and left her hanging. Phaedra was supposed to defend Angela in court and at the last minute, she backed out claiming that it would be a conflict of interest. With Phaedra working in sync with Apolllo and E, defending Angela would have definitely been a conflict of interest and incriminating as well. As we all know, Apollo is now Phaedra's husband and E works/ed for her as a paralegal. I'm sure Mystikal's baby's mother can recall and attest to meeting Phaedra to collect money for child support wearing slippers. So is Angela lying about how Phaedra later talked about the woman like a dog breaking client attorney privilege? Mystikal's baby mother can say if that meeting actually ever took place to verify that charge. According to Angela, that's not the only time Phaedra divulged information about her clients. During a time when she was representing Mystikal, Angela claims that Phaedra called him the dumbest ni**a she knew from the way he orchestrated the rape that led to his incarceration. (Can't say I blame her for that because he was, but still Phaedra was being paid to represent him not blab his business behind his back to others.) According to Angela, Phaedra slept with Mystikal, plenty of athletes, her clients and even stalked a local deejay that she was doing. Another detail dropped was that Apollo has only one testicle due to a motor cycle incident and Phaedra made fun of that. After Apollo learned that Phaedra had disclosed this secret to Angela, he threw a temper tantrum and cried like a baby, but leave it to Phaedra to have him on three-way with Angela on mute laughing her azz off at his expense. What I found to be particularly interesting as if that wasn't interesting enough, was reading that Apollo, as fine as he is, wasn't even on Phaedra's radar at the time, but more of her punk and/or plaything. Angela feels the only reason Phaedra married Apollo and took care of E, was so that he couldn't testify against her. After all, everybody knows that three is better than one. The union according to Angela, is more of a business arrangement than an actual marriage.

I know I've given away a lot pertaining to this book, but believe me there's plenty more that I haven't even touched on. My suggestion is that you read it for yourself and look at the documents presented at the end and see where you stand. As for me, I now look at Phaedra with the slanted stink eye while shaking my head. All I can hear now is NeNe Leakes saying Phaedra-High-Class-Parks-Attorney-At-Law LMAO. That darn NeNe
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Grace
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read!
Reviewed in Canada on May 11, 2017
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I am soo happy to read that you have overcome such a horrible ordeal. I really enjoyed reading about all the stages of life you overcame. God definitely isn't sleeping and and whatsoever a man sows that he will reap. Phadrea's time will come. Live in Peace and keep telling your truth
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Den
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 10, 2017
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Very gruelling and horrific what this poor lady went through had me in tears throughout the book how one person could go through so much but happy to know there was light at the end of the tunnel everyone deserves a second chance God bless you and your children Angela and continue to walk in God's light. And ask for that phaedra parks God don't sleep and vengeance does belong to him so just leave her in his capable hands she will not go unpaid for her wickedness.
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Sna
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Reviewed in Canada on May 23, 2017
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Angela opens people to her life, her struggles and her redemption. I love how she was brutally honest about herself and the company she kept. It's very inspiring for people who may find themselves in a hard situation and feel they have no way out.
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Deelah
5.0 out of 5 stars Eye opener
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 4, 2017
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being a fan of RHOA, I became intrigued when one of the housewives mentioned this book. now i don't know how true this story really is as I haven't heard the story from the referred housewife but that housewife has never done anything to make me believe it couldn't be true.
it is however very inspirational and I would definitely recommend it to anyone going through hardship.
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Iyabor
4.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in Canada on May 11, 2017
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Very interesting story, seems true to me, if angela stanton and fakedra were so close I would have loved to see pictures of them together
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