A Ghetto Misfortune

This novel introduces Mikal, a naive and impressionable young boy who grows up idolizing his Uncle Lucky, a ruthless gangsta who once terrorized the Streets of Philadelphia. At age eight, Mikal witnesses the murder of his uncle. Not wanting to leave any witnesses, the perpetrator turns the gun on Mikal, intending the same fate for him; but the gun jams, leaving Mikal alive with the unshakable responsibility for revenge. Mikal finds himself emulating his Uncle Lucky and other narcotic thugs to combat his traumatic memories and to cast a frost over his heart. That's the only way to prepare for his mission. The plot thickens as Mikal searches for answers and the culprits who perpetrator his Uncle's murder. As his journey unfolds, he acquires wealth, fame, and, inevitably, adversaries. He forms an eclectic blend of soldiers, young gangstas who stamp terror wherever there is a "come up." Plenty of blood is spilled, females are exploited, and childhood friends become enemies. Mikal falls in love with Dana, the new cutie who moves into his neighborhood. She's ambitious, intelligent, and beautiful. Attracted by Mikal's handsome features and thuggish ways, there is no one else she'd rather be with. However, Mikal struggles with being a playa, and his promiscuity comes at the expense of losing Dana, the love of his life.A Ghetto Misfortune captures the true to life dynamics of the hood. Colored with a Philadelphia backdrop and authentic vernacular, this book resonates with the Hip Hop culture. Once these characters are brought to life and the story is over, your acquaintance with them will remain. A guaranteed page-turner, this novel sets the reader up for an expected conclusion. Most importantly, A Ghetto Misfortune delivers a moral that will make any thug who has the slightest conscience re-examine their lifestyle.