Written In Blood
Written In Blood by Black Heart, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on October 17, 2016, is a gripping exploration of life in Raleigh’s Southside. This edition, comprising 202 pages, delves into the stark contrast between the city’s polished image and its underlying realities, marked by gang violence, drugs, and prostitution. The narrative follows Overstanding, a young man who, after losing his family, seeks solace and guidance from a local gang. As he navigates this treacherous environment, he faces a critical choice between loyalty to his gang and his love for Samantha, who encourages him to pursue his musical talents as a means of escape.
Readers will find a vivid portrayal of the challenges and dangers that come with life in a harsh urban landscape. The story captures Overstanding’s struggle with trust and betrayal as he confronts the blurred lines between friends and foes. Themes of loyalty, love, and the quest for a better life resonate throughout the narrative, reflecting the complexities of survival in a world where every decision can have dire consequences. Written in Blood offers a raw and unfiltered look at the realities faced by those living in the shadows of society.
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The streets of Raleigh are far different, than what the Mayor would like the world to believe. Behind the beautiful yet deceptive fa�ade, of colleges and universities, was the ‘real’ city. Welcome to the Southside; home to ruthless gang, plenty drugs, and widespread prostitution, just for starters. At a very young age, Overstanding loses his entire family, and is forced into claw’s of the State’s uncaring system. So, he turns to the local gang in the neighborhood for love and guidance, and is welcomed with open arms. When one of the beloved residents of the ‘hood, is suddenly murdered by the police, the city becomes a savage nightmare, leaving Overstanding with a very tough choice; loyalty for the set, or love for his woman. Samantha wants him to retire from the game before it’s too late. She urges him to pursue his music talents, to escape the ruthless clutches of the ghetto. Overstanding knows that she’s right, that the ‘hood is full of predators, just waiting on you to slip. He realizes that mistakes can be deadly, your next move possibly your last one. He really didn’t know who to trust, as the lines between true friends and cutthroat enemies become a blur. Would he make it out in time? Or, would he fall victim to the hate, greed and jealousy too. In the streets of Raleigh your destiny is ‘WRITTEN IN BLOOD’…
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