Saundra ist bekannt für ihr zutiefst eindringliches Geschichtenerzählen, das oft die Komplexität menschlicher Beziehungen und die inneren Kämpfe ihrer Charaktere erforscht. Ihr Schreibstil zeichnet sich durch scharfe Charakterpsychologie und eine flüssige, evokative Prosa aus, die den Leser in das Herz seiner Erfahrungen zieht. Mit ihrer Arbeit strebt Saundra danach, universelle Wahrheiten über Liebe, Verlust und die Suche nach Identität aufzudecken. Ihre Erzählungen bieten eine immersive und zum Nachdenken anregende Reise, die den Leser lange nach der letzten Seite begleitet.
The story revolves around two sisters and their best friend, who navigate life in a challenging Miami neighborhood with neglectful parents. Secret, driven by ambition, devises a scheme with a shady associate to embezzle money from wealthy individuals, aiming to secure a better life for herself, innocent Penny, and idealistic Isis. As they embark on this risky venture, the dynamics of their friendship and the consequences of their actions come into play, highlighting themes of loyalty, desperation, and the quest for a better future.
DEVIL IN SHEEP’S CLOTHINGKIKI SWINSONKarlie Houston hasn't seen a raise in forever, but the payday loan office she manages is raking in the cash. So why not get what she's rightfully owed by masterminding a heist? Once her lover Sidney's boys hit all the company's locations at one time, there's a fortune to split. But suddenly bodies start dropping—and Karlie better devise the perfect plan to survive… TWISTED DECEPTIONSAUNDRA Raised by a ruthless mother, Yazz Armstrong lives by “scheme or die.” So she's cool with helping her man, Kevon, take control of head dealer Caesar’s territory. And when the fallout racks up unexpected casualties, Yazz finds Caesar's bed a refuge—and his empire hers to help rule. Too bad someone with an even more lethal agenda won't stop ’til Yazz and her dreams crash and burn for good… “Kiki captures the heat of the streets.”—Wahida Clark “Saundra offers insight into the ruthless drug game but also offers hope and redemption. Fans of Sistah Souljah’s groundbreaking The Coldest Winter Ever will immediately note similarities to that powerful novel in Saundra’s writing.”—Library Journal on Her Sweetest Revenge
"At first, Misty Heiress just wants to help. With her cousin Jillian in constant pain, and the doctor refusing to prescribe, Misty steals opioids from the Virginia Beach pharmacy where she works. But when Jillian starts reselling them to local dealers and gets big money, Misty grabs an unbelievable opportunity to get out of debt--and fulfill all of her and Jillian's dreams... Misty soon realizes that her boss, Sanjay, has the same idea, ordering more drugs than patients need and always being out of stock. And when the new pharmacy owner takes an interest in Misty, she knows that time is running out for her and Jillian to make their plans work... But then the Feds come calling...and Sanjay's mafia partners want to increase orders...and Jillian's bringing in partners to rob the pharmacy. It's all too much for Misty. It's only a matter of time before everyone's plans to make money will have them all paying the ultimate price..."--Provided by publisher
In Special Delivery by Kiki Swinson a couple's relationship is put to the ultimate test when the feds come along and bust up their perfect hustle. In Gun Play by De'nesha Diamond, Julian is haunted by dreams of a women after waking up in hospital with amnesia. But someone is trying to take him out and he must figure out his past, fast.
NINE LIVES KIKI SWINSON Wild-card Aiden. Dead-shot Ava. Efficient, fast, and brutal, this notorious brother-sister hit team grew up abused, unwanted—and in lethal tune with each other. Killing nine targets in ten days will be their biggest score yet. But as Ava sets up their final target, she falls hard for him and a chance at a normal life. And that's a betrayal she may not live to regret . . . THE CRUSHED ICE CLIQUE NOIRE At first all ghetto princesses Honore and Cucci want is quick cash-flow. But after sexing jewelry distributor Slimy Sam and learning his illegal tricks of the trade, they assemble a crack team of thieves for one dazzling scam. Replacing diamonds with fakes and selling the reshaped real deal on the black market is making them crazy-rich. But when Sam double-crosses them, these diamond divas must survive to steal another day . . . “Treachery, betrayal, and revenge add to the twists and turns and lots of drama in this book. Loved it! Can’t wait until the sequel comes out.” —RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars on Kiki Swinson’s The Score “Noire has created one of the liveliest urban fiction series headed by a most memorable protagonist. Fans will get a hoot out of the biting insults and dark humor marking practically every page.” —Library Journal STARRED REVIEW on Noire’s Stone Cold Liar
Desperate to pay off gambling debts, Dawn and Reese Spencer get drawn into a lucrative illegal-immigrant-smuggling ring, but after several immigrants turn up dead on arrival and Reese bets more than he can ever repay, the Feds and cold-blooded loan sharks begin closing in
GOING ONCE . . . Identity theft mastermind Lauren Kelly has always had a taste for the finer things. With her lover and accomplice, Matt Connors, by her side, there’s nothing she can’t buy or steal. But she’s not the only one… GOING TWICE . . . When their partner, Yancy, stumbles onto a tycoon’s multi-million dollar bank account, Lauren expects the latest scam will go smoothly—until she discovers Matt and Yancy are planning the ultimate betrayal… SOMEONE’S GOING TO DIE . . . Fortunately, Lauren is one step ahead of Matt. Once she disappears with every last dollar, they’ll have no doubt they chose the wrong woman to deceive. But all three of them chose the wrong target... “Treachery, betrayal and revenge add to the twists and turns. . . . Loved it!” —RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars “Reads like a block-buster movie.” —AAMBC Reviewer
Packed with “high suspense” and “memorable choices and consequences” ( Booklist ) Kiki Swinson’s novels sizzle with brutally unpredictable characters, breakneck plotting—and a uniquely gritty portrait of Southern life. Now she breaks all the rules as a young woman with two targets on her back tries to keep those she loves—and herself—alive . . . Run for coverIt was supposed to be easy money. A few exchanges for cash, one big payoff, and then life would be better than ever with bills all paid and money in her pocket. But the plan fell apart and now she’s made an enemy. He’s a drug cartel leader out to destroy any competition—and get payback by any means necessary . . . Play for timeUnder federal protection, she’s only steps ahead as the cartel leader starts killing off her family and friends. When he kidnaps a relative and demands her in exchange, she and a desperate DEA agent work a bold switch to nail him. But the fallout is disastrous—and deadly . . . Do anything to surviveNow the local police are closing in on her as the prime suspect in her abusive boyfriend’s disappearance. She’s got no choice but to ditch the feds and take down her merciless pursuer on her own. But with no options, no help, and the clock running down, this not-so-innocent victim’s only shot may be the one risk that takes her out for good . . .
Kiki Swinson's novels crackle with breakneck triple-twists and no-limits characters. Now she shatters all expectations, as a young woman serving time must survive a prisoner-abuse conspiracy... Trust no one Misty Heiress killed her abusive boyfriend in self-defense. But in jail, violent female gangs paid off by her enemies keep her fearing for her life--and land her in the hospital. From there, a medical testing facility is her one dubious hope for some kind of safety. Watch your back But from the moment she hits the yard, she and other prisoners are victimized by illegal medical experiments. Injected with lethal diseases and made a test subject for experimental vaccines, she's clinging to determination by the slimmest thread--until she forms an alliance with a Corrections Officer. Survive the night Now she's got unexpected help--and thanks to the Corrections Officer, a risky plan to escape. But her only way out means racking up bodies. And as lethal obstacles pile ever higher, she soon may not have any future to save.
Identity thief Lauren Kelly thought she was safe. The millions she stole from her double-crossing accomplice and ex-lover Matt Connors bought a quiet upscale life for her, her unsuspecting new husband Drake, and their precious baby. But betrayal was just the beginning... When both Drake and the baby go missing, it's courtesy of a vengeful Matt. Now Lauren lives to hunt Matt down. She'll strip away his fortune, work all his weaknesses - and destroy his every strength. But she's heading straight into an insidious trap that could turn sweet revenge into mutually-assured destruction...
