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Keyshia and Clyde: A Novel Audiobook
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Treasure E. Blue–acclaimed author of Harlem Girl Lost and A Street Girl Named Desire–is back with a heartbreaking urban love story of two star-crossed lovers up against the dirtiest dealer Harlem has ever seen. Knocked up by a Southern preacher, Keyshia is sent to live with her aunt in New York, but after a horrific act of violence, the timid young woman becomes ice-cold–turning tricks and finding comfort in a crack vial. Clyde and his two brothers find themselves living with a family friend after their mother is shot by their own father–leaving her institutionalized and unable to communicate, and him behind bars. Clyde’s older brother leads a decent life, working as a bank manager and trying to keep Clyde off the streets, but Clyde’s younger bro is the coldest killer in Harlem and takes every opportunity to involve Clyde in his infamous robberies-turned-blood baths. When Keyshia and Clyde meet, they are instantly drawn to each other. Forced to pay back a large sum of cash to one nasty Harlem kingpin or risk the lethal consequences, Keyshia and Clyde use their tight game and their loyalty to pull off the impossible. And when Clyde is falsely accused of a bank hit, Keyshia vows to stick by her man–no matter the cost. Praise for Treasure E. Blue’s A Street Girl Named Desire: “Treasure Blue continues and solidifies his position as the true heir to Iceberg Slim and Donald Goines. A book full of gritty realism, violence, drug abuse, and hope; the book is simply off the damn hook!” –African American Literary Book Club “Drenched in drama, drugs, vengeance, power, pain, envy, love and hope . . . all the elements needed to satisfy [the] desire for a good read.” –Urban Reviews
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"I liked the story of keyshia and clyde however i wanted a different ending. I wanted keyshia to go out in the blaze of glory for clyde but he had a different plan once he saw her belly.. True story of love and sacrifice for the ones we love.. Keep it up mr blue"
— Kimberly (4 out of 5 stars)
Keyshia and Clyde Listener Reviews
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" I can not believe I slept on this book for this long. I absolutely loved this book. I was amazed from the beginning to the ending. I just could not put it down. I experienced so many different emotions which what make a true 5* read. "
— Zaneta, 1/9/2014 -
" A coworker of mine made me read this. It was my first "urban" book. I read it in like 3 days. The language was kind of hard to follow. Interesting perspective. Big dreams for sure. "
— Kristen, 11/10/2013 -
" I listen to this book as a audio. I enjoyed it so much it had me lauughing and crying. I felt like keyshia when she was reading harlem girl lost lol Keyshia was definately a ride or die girl lol. excerlent work treasure. "
— Shar, 9/30/2013 -
" this book is sure to hold your attention from the first page to the last if I could rate this book ten stars I would "
— Natasha, 9/23/2013 -
" loved the characters, the emotion, the author's attention to detail - just loved the book "
— Traci, 9/17/2013 -
" Urban Young Adult Fiction. I have never read anything in this genre. Not sure of the point of the story, lesson learned? All turns out well no matter what crime you have committed, been involved with, or have been a receiver of? Way too much romancing of violent crime for me. "
— Peggy, 8/10/2013 -
" This book is a must read "
— Shonds, 7/10/2013 -
" It started out too slow so I didnt get past chapter 8 after Clyde got rapped that was enough for m it was like I read the book before! "
— Deedotkom, 3/11/2013 -
" It was an okay book. "
— Heather, 1/7/2013 -
" I love this book. It is not just your typical urban lit. It has a true strong message behind it! A true must read! Great job Treasure! "
— Amy, 1/22/2012 -
" Keyshia and Clyde is by far my favorite book by Treasure Blue. This story is pact with the rawness and grit of the street. A love story and pain and sorrow. "
— Tamyara, 11/20/2011 -
" I happen to think that Treasure E. Blue is a magnificent writer, and he's proved it again with Keyshia and Clyde. This is a true street romance, and will appeal to both the hard and soft side of any male or female reader. "
— Karen, 7/30/2011 -
" loved the characters, the emotion, the author's attention to detail - just loved the book "
— Traci, 4/14/2011 -
" ? GREAT BOOK ! ? I Loved Keyshia's Determination & Wit ! ? Talk About A Ride or Die Chick ! ? "
— JazzyRacquel, 9/20/2010 -
" This book is a must read<br/> "
— Shonds, 8/10/2010
About Treasure E. Blue
Treasure Blue is the Essence bestselling author of Harlem Girl Lost, A Street Girl Named Desire, and Keyshia & Clyde, as well as a contributor to several anthologies. A former fire inspector with the New York City Fire Department, he is also winner of the Black Issues Book Review Urban Lit Book of the Year. He currently resides in Harlem and is a public youth speaker on the dangers of drug addiction and the importance of literacy.
About Mirron Willis
Mirron Willis—actor of film, stage, and television—is the winner of the prestigious Audie Award for best narration in 2012 and a finalist for the Audie in 2015, as well as the winner of four AudioFile Earphones Awards for his audiobook recordings. He has worked extensively in film and television and on stage with the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Houston Shakespeare Festival, and the Ensemble Theatre, among others. He has recorded some 150 audiobooks, including the Smokey Dalton series by Kris Nelscott and My Song by Harry Belafonte. He resides and records audiobooks on his family’s historic ranch in East Texas.