Lost Souls in a Cold World (Paperback)

Sunny Giovanni

ISBN 13: 9798322629047

Published by Independently Published, 2024

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Paperback. In the sweltering heat of South Central LA, where the concrete jungle breathes its own pulse and every corner hides a story, James stands as a symbol of hope in a neighborhood drowning in despair. Raised by a single mom in the belly of the beast, he dreams of breaking free from the chains of poverty and violence, yearning for a life beyond the streets that raised him.But life ain't no fairy tale, and James learns that the hard way. When life deals him a bad hand, he's forced to choose between chasing his college dreams or diving headfirst into the chaotic world of gang life. Faced with limited options and the need for protection, he joins up with the Westside Crips, diving into the belly of the beast with nothing but his grit and his crew by his side.With his day ones riding shotgun-Damien, the warrior with a heart of gold; Jason, the silent but deadly enforcer; and Kamai, his ride-or-die chick whose love is both a blessing and a curse-James dives deep into the underworld. But as he climbs the ranks, he realizes that power comes at a cost, and loyalty ain't nothing but a word thrown around in these mean streets.As James navigates the treacherous waters of gang politics and turf wars, he finds himself facing off against El Matan, the kingpin whose reach stretches far and wide. With an unexpected ally and a fire burning in his belly, he takes the fight to the streets, ready to spill blood and break bones to protect his own.But in a world where betrayal lurks around every corner and trust is a luxury few can afford, James learns the hard way that nobody's hands stay clean for long. As he battles his demons and faces his past, he discovers that survival ain't just about making it out alive-it's about carving out your own path in a world that's always trying to drag you down.In the end, James must decide how far he's willing to go to claim his piece of the pie in the concrete jungle of South Central LA. And as the bullets fly and the bodies pile up, he'll learn that in this game, the only rule that matters is survival of the fittest. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Lost Souls in a Cold World (Paperback)
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798322629047
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Giovanni, Sunny
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

In the sweltering heat of South Central LA, where the concrete jungle breathes its own pulse and every corner hides a story, James stands as a symbol of hope in a neighborhood drowning in despair. Raised by a single mom in the belly of the beast, he dreams of breaking free from the chains of poverty and violence, yearning for a life beyond the streets that raised him.

But life ain't no fairy tale, and James learns that the hard way. When life deals him a bad hand, he's forced to choose between chasing his college dreams or diving headfirst into the chaotic world of gang life. Faced with limited options and the need for protection, he joins up with the Westside Crips, diving into the belly of the beast with nothing but his grit and his crew by his side.

With his day ones riding shotgun—Damien, the warrior with a heart of gold; Jason, the silent but deadly enforcer; and Kamai, his ride-or-die chick whose love is both a blessing and a curse—James dives deep into the underworld. But as he climbs the ranks, he realizes that power comes at a cost, and loyalty ain't nothing but a word thrown around in these mean streets.

As James navigates the treacherous waters of gang politics and turf wars, he finds himself facing off against El Matan, the kingpin whose reach stretches far and wide. With an unexpected ally and a fire burning in his belly, he takes the fight to the streets, ready to spill blood and break bones to protect his own.

But in a world where betrayal lurks around every corner and trust is a luxury few can afford, James learns the hard way that nobody's hands stay clean for long. As he battles his demons and faces his past, he discovers that survival ain't just about making it out alive—it's about carving out your own path in a world that's always trying to drag you down.

In the end, James must decide how far he's willing to go to claim his piece of the pie in the concrete jungle of South Central LA. And as the bullets fly and the bodies pile up, he'll learn that in this game, the only rule that matters is survival of the fittest.