This book was our May book of the month selection. While we enjoyed the book and appreciated the discussion questions that made our meeting engaging and provoked thoughts and conversation, we are only able to give it 3 stars. Reason being, although the writing is engaging, the novel delivers an unnecessary storyline and undeveloped characters. The main plot involving the “Big Buy” discrimination lawsuit, the Vernetta Henderson and Girlie Cortez rivalry and the cause of Judi’s death will captivate the reader. The subplot regarding the Muslim story seemed irrelevant. Since the author chose to incorporate Muslim religion and challenges that may arise when dating outside your faith, this would’ve been an opportunity to use as an educational piece of the Muslim religion. Unfortunately, the author may have felt this was a way to describe Special Moore (yes her name is “Special”) and lengthening the book. The undeveloped characters are Tonisha and Lamarr. Even though the Lamarr’s verdict was unpredictable and the outcome fell in Lamarr’s favor, it did not enhance this novel, making them out-of-place characters. Olivia did win her lawsuit, but it would’ve been interesting to know the exact dollar amount. Overall, this novel will gratify its readers, if they’re searching for a few legal theory concepts, likeable, but unremarkable characters. If you don’t mind reading a book that does not make you think about the characters, well after you have finished reading, then this suspense novel is for you.



Always Live Your Best Life,
Regal Sister Demetria
Regal Sisterhood Book Club