Showing posts with label Moses Miller. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Moses Miller. Show all posts

Friday, July 1, 2011

Nan: The Trifling Times of Nathan Jones (The Trifling Times of Nathan Jones #1) by Moses Miller


The Trifling Times of Nathan Jones (NAN)
Paperback342 pages
Published September 12th 2006 by Mind Candy, LLC.
Source:  Purchased (autographed copy from author)
Book 13 of 13 for the Oosa 2K11 13 week challenge for the 2nd quarter



About the Book

Book Trailer:




Some may think that it all began when a rogue group of corrupt NYPD pigs kicked in my door. Their minds were racing with murderous thoughts, and their guns blazing with evil intentions. They attempted to take everything away from me even killed the one I loved. 

But, I trace everything back to the day that I lost my parents at the tender age of thirteen, to a crazed drug addict on a PCP fueled rush. That day, my innocence was lost. That day, I met the man that would forever change my life. 

I will forever be defined by the choices I have made from that point in my life forward. Murder, Mayhem, Revenge and Redemption .Before you judge me for what I became, I only ask that you take the time to fully understand what I was forced to become. I didn't ask for this. It came looking for me. This is the story that Five-0 didn't want you to know. The untold truth that forever corrupted my innocence. This is my story 

-Nathan Jones



About the Author
I am an award winning author, journalist and co-founder of Mind Candy, LLC, which is a company focused on book publishing and the development of creative and thought provoking screenplays. I write stories that capture the pulse of the streets with intelligence, strong character development and well thought out storylines.I have written for various websites and publications including The Voice, Newsday and 88HIPHOP.COM. I hold a Bachelors degree in Business Management and a Masters of Science degree in Technology Management obtained from Polytechnic University. My first novel, Nan: The Trifling Times of Nathan Jones has received awards and critical acclaim from critics, readers and book clubs around the world.I'm a socially conscious individual that strives to play a key role in helping to improve the literacy rates amongst African American and Hispanic teens.

Moses Miller Interview Part 1



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My Review
I really wanted to read one of Moses Miller's books.  He is part of the Love Literature Tour (which I haven't been to, but I've read a lot of the authors), so I thought what better to do than start with the first book in the NAN series!    It is also my book 13 out of 13 for the Oosa 2K11 13 week challenge for the 2nd quarter which ends today.  I got done just in time.   I just started this book the day before yesterday and had it 80% done as of last night!  That's how quick this book went!


The story is about the lives of two boys, Nathan Jones (NAN) and Joseph Hayes (Joe).  Both boys had tragedies strike when they were young--they both lost their parents.   Officer Carson tries to help the boys, but the boys have no idea what they are getting themselves into.  The story involves drugs, murder, corruption and so much more.  There is not a slow spot in this story AT ALL!

Moses Miller has a unique style of writing.  The story does not just drone on scene by scene.  You go from present day back to the past and back to the present.  I was really on the edge of my seat and could not believe how fast I flew through this book!   There was a lot of action!  I had no idea what to expect before I read this, but it included everything that I like about reading: action, sex, drama, oh yeah, and did I mention sex? LOL!  Go out and read this one...no....go out and BUY this one and then read it!  You won't be disappointed at all!  The only thing I didn't like was the end.  What happens next?  I can't wait to read the next book to see!  


My Rating


5/5 Diamonds - Highly Recommend!


Where can you buy it?



Disclaimer:  My thoughts on this book were in no way influenced by the author or publicist. They are my personal reflections based solely on MY experience while reading this novel.

© 2011, Cheryl of Black Diamond's Book Reviews. All Rights Reserved. If you are reading this on a site other than, Black Diamond's Book ReviewsUrban Image Magazine, or Cheryl's feed, be aware that this post has been stolen and is used without permission.



Monday, February 14, 2011

Mailbox Monday and It's Monday What Are You Reading

~Mailbox Monday~  
is hosted by Laura  of  Library of Clean Reads during the month of February 
We share what books that we found in our mailboxes last week.

 Okay, lets see, this was a very big week for me, so here I go:

After reading Insatiable by Allison Hobbs, I had to get this book!
I purchased this book.

I saw that he is on the Love Literature tour with Dwayne Joseph and Brian W. Smith, so I wanted to read one of his books.  He suggested this book to read first!
I purchased this autographed copy from the author.

Brian W. Smith previously sent me three of his books to review.  I really wanted to read one of his earlier books, so I decided on this one.  He said this one is very personal to him, so I am really looking forward to reading this one.
I purchased this autographed copy from the author.

I am reading this book for the Pump Up Your Book Tour.  My review will be posted on 4/4/11.
I received this review copy from the publisher.

I will be interviewing Frank C. Matthews for the March issue of Urban Image Magazine.  I wanted to read his book before I interview him.  
I am also reviewing this book for the Pump Up Your Book Tour. My review will post on 2/25/11.
I was sent this review copy of the book by the publisher.


I read her book A Pointed Death for the Pump Up Your Book Tour and signed up to read this one for the Pump Up Your Book Tour as well!  I will be posting the review on April 18th and interview on April 19th!

 Love You More by Lisa Gardner
Received from the Pump Up Your Book Tour for review on 3/4/11.

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It's Monday! What are you reading?
Hosted by BookJourney
Read and Reviewed:
Drama With a Capital D by Denise Coleman, Finished 2/5, reviewed 2/12, 5/5 diamonds
Anyone Can Die by James LePore, Finished and reviewed on 2/9, 3/5 diamonds
Chedda Boyz by C. J. Hudson, Finished and reviewed on 2/13, 4/5 diamonds
 Currently Reading:
The Betrayal by Sheila Hendrix (Pump Up Your Book Tour)


Up Next:
Respect the Jux by Frank C. Matthews  (for Pump Up Your Book Tour and Review and author interview for Urban Image Magazine)
Final Mercy by Frank J. Edwards (for Pump Up Your Book Tour-review to post 2/24)


If I have time I want to read:
The Snowman's Quest by Nancy Anderson Judge
If You Don't Tell by D.V. Hent
Gold Diggin' by Nikkea Smithers


© 2011, Cheryl of Black Diamond's Book Reviews. All Rights Reserved. If you reading this on a site other than, Black Diamond's Book Reviews, Urban Image Magazine, or Cheryl's feed, be aware that this post has been stolen and is used without permission.