{"product_id":"envy-9781501183218","title":"Envy","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“[\u003ci\u003eEnvy\u003c\/i\u003e] captures the drama of \u003ci\u003eThe Real Housewives of Beverly Hills \u003c\/i\u003ewhile also bringing this well-developed work of urban fiction to a satisfyingly redemptive conclusion.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Kristina Giovanni, \u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eLUST\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"Murray has penned hot, steamy scenes in which her protagonist’s imagination runs wild, followed by the consequences of her realizing her dangerous dreams. A jarring twist at the end has the reader wondering who the good guys really are.\" —\u003ci\u003eBooklist \u003c\/i\u003e(starred review)\u003cbr\u003e\"Murray mixes quite a bit of passion, a touch of treachery, and some good old-fashioned revenge.\" * Library Journal *\u003cbr\u003e\"A topsy-turvy tale of passion on steroids.\"  * Essence Magazine *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eSTAND YOUR GROUND\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Stand Your Ground\u003c\/i\u003e by Victoria Christopher Murray is a fact-to-fiction examination of the human condition. Using a vivid, realistic premise, she takes a 360-degree view to bring all sides to the forefront for us to enjoy, learn from, judge and celebrate. . . . The characters draw us in for debate and conversation long after the final sentence. \u003ci\u003eStand Your Ground\u003c\/i\u003e has great literary relevance for our time.\" * USA Today *\u003cbr\u003e“Murray, winner of several African American Literary Awards for fiction, powerfully captures the nuances and tragedies engendered by stand-your-ground laws. A must-read.” * Booklist (starred review) *\u003cbr\u003e\"Murray has written a tension-packed novel around the hot-buzz national topic of an unarmed black youth shot by a white male, an act then subjected to the Stand Your Ground rule as a legal defense tactic. . . . Murray’s writing admirably shows the often overlooked human emotions following racial violence. . . . The pulled-from-the headlines storyline will captivate readers.\" * Library Journal (starred review) *\u003cbr\u003e“With artful descriptions, Victoria put me inside their hearts and minds. I did not just enjoy this read, I lived it.\" -- Michelle Lindo Rice, author of the Able To Love series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eFOREVER AN EX\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"Murray spices up her story line with plenty of juicy scandals. . . . Readers seeking an emotional tale with broad themes of trust, betrayal, and forgiveness will do well by choosing Murray's latest effort.\" * Library Journal *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eNEVER SAY NEVER\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e “Murray creates a believable scenario of two people who never wanted to hurt their friends…. With extremely well-drawn characters, the story offers neither blame nor excuses, keenly depicting the heartbreaks caused by both death and betrayal.” -- Publishers Weekly\u003cbr\u003e“Readers, be on the lookout for Victoria Christopher Murray’s \u003ci\u003eNever Say Never\u003c\/i\u003e. You’ll definitely need to have a buddy-reader in place for the lengthy discussion that is bound to occur.\" -- USA Today\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eNever Say Never\u003c\/i\u003e is a testament to the magnificence of Murray’s storytelling gift! The author creates a surprisingly satisfying ending for each of the characters, even when their ‘sin’ seems unforgivable.” -- RT Book Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eTHE EX-FILES\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e “\u003ci\u003eThe Ex Files\u003c\/i\u003e is a moving-on song in four-part harmony.” -- Donna Grant and Virginia DeBerry, authors of Tryin’ to Sleep in the Bed You Made\u003cbr\u003e“Once again, Victoria Christopher Murray has crafted a compelling, intriguing, and page-turning story that stays with you long after you’ve finished the book. This wonderful tale of four different women from vastly different backgrounds shows how we can all be bound by the common thread of faith.” -- ReShonda Tate Billingsley, author of Everybody Say Amen and I Know I’ve Been Changed\u003cbr\u003e“My girl, Victoria Christopher Murray has done it again! I love her work and this book will bless you, so read it.” -- Michele Andrea Bowen, author of Church Folk, Second Sunday, and Holy Ghost Corner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eTHE DEAL, THE DANCE, AND THE DEVIL\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e “I think I've found a new author to add to my list of favorites. . . . Murray knows how to tell a story.I can't wait to read other books by this author.” -- Debbie Norrell, New Pittsburgh Courier\u003cbr\u003e“Murray’s characters are extremely likable. . . .This page-turning take on the Faustian theme should satisfy fans and newcomers alike.” -- WalMart BookPage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eSINS OF THE MOTHER\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"Victoria is an exceptional writer who knows how to deliver a story.\" -- Kimberla Lawson Roby, author of Changing Faces\u003cbr\u003e\"Murray has always impressed me with her ability to live the life of her characters and make them come alive with each turning page.\" -- Indianapolis Recorder\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eLADY JASMINE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e “Realistic characters and a likable heroine make this title a winner for Murray’s strong following.” -- Library Journal","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49531367555415,"sku":"9781501183218","price":15.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781501183218.jpg?v=1731882831","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/envy-9781501183218","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}