Content Warnings: profanity, nudeness, sex, alcohol, racial slurs, colorism, homophobia, drugs (Graphic Novel)
Where, oh where, have Farah’s roommates all gone?
When Farah Cotton places a classified ad stating, “Cute redbone female looking to share a luxury apartment with another redbone female,” many women apply. One look at the lush apartment in Washington, D.C., and every fly girl around wants a chance to call Platinum Lofts her new home.
The moment Farah lays eyes on Lesa Carmine, a pretty young woman with an active lifestyle and a sunny disposition, she knows she’s found the perfect girl for her ultimate plan. The two become fast friends–until Farah becomes intrusive and then her siblings move in, violating Lesa’s privacy. Farah seems dangerous when she’s around them, and Lesa attempts to sever ties without paying rent.
Feeling overcome with blinding rage, Farah finds all kinds of ways to seek revenge. From poisoning to spreading vicious lies, she makes it known that she doesn’t take Lesa’s brush-off lightly.
When Lesa snoops around in Farah’s past and discovers who she really is, she makes a grave mistake, one that could jeopardize her life. Brace yourselves, because just when you think you have it figured out, you’ll realize you don’t.
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Let me start by saying that I Loved the author’s narrative style in this book/series. The author transitions from third to first person narration throughout the story, adding depth and allowing for a more intimate connection to the main character; Farah Cotton, a complex and deeply flawed individual that will do anything to feel accepted by her family, friends, and community. Farah’s need for acceptance and lack of self-love is what leads her into a downward spiral of sin and self-destruction.
Another appreciation I have is how the story’s themes are softly woven into the narrative, allowing the reader to draw their own conclusions. I think that one the story’s main theme’s is the issue on colorism both within the black community and the outside community.
The unexpected twists of the story had me hooked, but the crazy array of characters had me on the edge of my seat!
& Farah Cotton was the showstopper 🌟
The engaging narrative style, the crazy plots, and the exploration of complex characters made this a memorable and thought-provoking read. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a delightfully surprising read 🎃
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