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Summary: Very enjoyable
Review: Queenisha "Queenie" Sutton was a beautiful and very successful woman. She did whatever was needed to get what she wanted. That included snaring handsome Zeke Washington! While at a charity fund-raiser Zeke was put up for auction. Winner "purchased" him for a single night. Queenie was determined to make him HER man! She even went to her best friend, Poetta, who put a "voodoo hex" on Zeke. But Queenie got a lot more than she ever expected! Meanwhile, Raymondo (a co-worker) was out to make Queenie HIS woman. But Queenie wanted no part of him! As for Poetta, she was not just a side-line character. Poetta had her own trouble. She was in love with a married man. But the man dropped dead when her love spell went wrong! If you like "sister-hood" then this book is for you! Filled with humor and a sassy wit, this story was easy to like. Well written characters that will keep you reading.
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Summary: Lord Why Do I Always Get the Wrong Man
Review: Queenisha Renae Sutton is a full-figured diva, large and in charge, and she doesn't care who knows it!! Queenie begins this book by saying, "First of all, just for the record, I love me some me." Her infectious sass and go-getter attitude sparkle throughout the book. Queenie has two constants in her life--her best friend Poetta James, a "candle-burning, incantation chanting" sister, whose specialty is "the beautification of hair;" and Raymundo Carlos Morales Castillo, or "Raymo", the male buyer at Macy's, where Queenie works. Not only is Raymo Queenie's male counterpart, he is hopelessly in love with her, and goes out of his way to show her his affection. Unfortunately Miss Queenie persists in degrading and embarrassing the man as much as possible without putting her job in jeopardy. Raymo reminds Queenie too much of Monroe, her first Latin lover, the man who broke her heart. Into every diva's life an obstacle must fall--Queenie's obstacle comes in the form of a man by the name of Ezekiel "Zeke" Washington. Zeke is a Denzel Washington look-alike up for auction at an AIDS Date-a-thon, which Queenie attends after being pressured by Poetta. After paying over $1200 to date Zeke for one night, Queenie comes up with several elaborate schemes to persuade Zeke that she is the woman he needs. Zeke's only concern is Queenie's size. He even gives her "herbal pills" to assist her in losing weight. Not only does Queenie begin to lose weight; she also loses her self-esteem in her quest to make Zeke her man. Her stunts range from amusing to outrageous, but the reader will feel Queenie's pain. Debra Phillips weaves a wonderful story in The High Price of a Good Man. When I first began to read it, I immediately thought "ghetto fiction", however, at its conclusion, I deemed it a very good story, filled with drama and comedy; with just enough "ghetto flavor" to keep it interesting to the younger reader, yet not turn off older readers. I must add that I especially loved the poem on the dedication page. It's touching and sweet. Readincolor Reviewers
Rowena Winfrey
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Summary: Lord Why Do I Always Get the Wrong Man
Review: Queenisha Renae Sutton is a full-figured diva, large and in charge, and she doesn't care who knows it!! Queenie begins this book by saying, "First of all, just for the record, I love me some me." Her infectious sass and go-getter attitude sparkle throughout the book. Queenie has two constants in her life--her best friend Poetta James, a "candle-burning, incantation chanting" sister, whose specialty is "the beautification of hair;" and Raymundo Carlos Morales Castillo, or "Raymo", the male buyer at Macy's, where Queenie works. Not only is Raymo Queenie's male counterpart, he is hopelessly in love with her, and goes out of his way to show her his affection. Unfortunately Miss Queenie persists in degrading and embarrassing the man as much as possible without putting her job in jeopardy. Raymo reminds Queenie too much of Monroe, her first Latin lover, the man who broke her heart. Into every diva's life an obstacle must fall--Queenie's obstacle comes in the form of a man by the name of Ezekiel "Zeke" Washington. Zeke is a Denzel Washington look-alike up for auction at an AIDS Date-a-thon, which Queenie attends after being pressured by Poetta. After paying over $1200 to date Zeke for one night, Queenie comes up with several elaborate schemes to persuade Zeke that she is the woman he needs. Zeke's only concern is Queenie's size. He even gives her "herbal pills" to assist her in losing weight. Not only does Queenie begin to lose weight; she also loses her self-esteem in her quest to make Zeke her man. Her stunts range from amusing to outrageous, but the reader will feel Queenie's pain. Debra Phillips weaves a wonderful story in The High Price of a Good Man. When I first began to read it, I immediately thought "ghetto fiction", however, at its conclusion, I deemed it a very good story, filled with drama and comedy; with just enough "ghetto flavor" to keep it interesting to the younger reader, yet not turn off older readers. I must add that I especially loved the poem on the dedication page. It's touching and sweet. Readincolor Reviewers
Rowena Winfrey
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Summary: A delightful read
Review: Queenisha Renae Sutton, better known as Queenie to her friends that is, relishes being an amazon honey brown. Six feet size sixteen means no crap even if the brother is a hunk. Still she wants a man of her own, but not one to play her as a fool. Queenie thinks she met the brother of her dreams when she sees Zeke Washington. She campaigns to make him hers. Her best friend Poetta encourages her tossing in a voodoo love charm. Queenie tries to change her outlook and appearance to fit what she believes Zeke would want in a woman even after she meets his animalistic roommate Sweet Willie. However, Raymo from work loves Queenie just the way she is: big, black, and beautiful, but she sees him as a pest and cannot understand tamales and candies when she needs to lose weight (diet pills and all) for Zeke. Raymo has started his own campaign to make Queenie his wife bordering on sexual harassment, but to her he is too short and too small for a woman her size. THE HIGH PRICE OF A GOOD MAN is a fine chick lit tale with a delightful lead protagonist whose sass is fun especially when she blows away a male loser and during her efforts to change into Zeke's ideal female image as encouraged by him. Po is a perfect sidekick and Raymo will surprise readers with his depth even if he is a pain at times. Though Zeke seems somewhat shallow, fans will appreciate this delightful look at a big woman seeking love. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: A Good Read but . . .
Review: The beginning of the book was really promising with the lure of a novel about a confident, professional plus-size sistah, Queenie who had it going on. The book turn a turn for with the subplot of Queenie's weird best friend Poetta and her witchcrafty ways and the road trip that ensues from it. The book *finally* comes back around to its senses near the end, but by that time I was already exhausted from the ridiculous detours from the subject matter the author took.
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Summary: It had to catch me.
Review: The book was a good read but it took too long to get to the point to me. I like how the main character was confedent about herself.
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Summary: Laughing Out Loud
Review: The High Price Of A Good Man by Phillips had me laughing out loud and wanting to and trying to read parts of it to my husband. The High Price Of A Good Man isn't all laughs though. It's about a self-assured, six feet, size sixteen and don't-take-any-[thing] sister Queenie and her best friend Poetta (Poe). Queenie sometimes questions Poe's sanity, yet she can't see how she herself has begun to change trying to MAKE Zeke HER MAN. Poe tries to be the voice of reason and a good friend. Unfortuantely, some devastating events happen in both of their lives but ... if they live through it, they just may find love where they least expected.
I would definitely recommend The High Price Of A Good Man by Debra Phillips, a sometimes laugh-out-loud funny book with a serious message. It makes you wonder just how much are you willing to pay for a "good" man and just how much you ARE paying (for those of us that's married or in a relationship) ... and it also make you ask just what is a good man? I bet no two women would have the same answer.
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Summary: Love don't cost a thang
Review: The High Price Of A Good Man is a "must read," for one that reads for entertainment. The main character is Queenisha Renae Sutton (when her mother is upset with her) but she is referred to as Queenie. She considers herself to be the "bomb," standing six feet tall and wearing a size 16. Queenie's best friend is Poe (Poetta) and her total opposite, yet they are like sisters, even though Queenie questions certain habits of hers. You will also meet Raymo, a co-worker of Queenie, who showers her with affection. Unfortunately for him, she can't stand the sight of him; however, ALL I will say is that Raymo is a persistent man.
Poe persuades Queenie to go to a charity benefit that she has volunteered for, with the promise of seeing Billy Dee Williams. Queenie "loves hers some Billy Dee", but something catches her eye at the 'auction' and Queenie "buys" Zeke Washington. Having gone way over her preset limit of one hundred dollars, Queenie plans to get her money's worth out of him. Unfortunately, we don't always get what we pay for.
Now, once Zeke comes on the scene you will begin to see Queenie change. She has it in her head that Zeke is "The One." Here is where the high price of a good man comes in, just how much is Queenie willing to give for Zeke ... her life? She seems to be determined to make Zeke HER man no matter what the cost. Queenie fails to give real thought as to exactly what a "good man" is and we find her changing trying to please "her man."
Poetta has issues and problems of her own, yet she's trying to be a good friend and getting insulted for her efforts. There are some devastating incidents for Poe, Queenie and Marva (Poe's sister) but we will see if prayer, love and friendship will be enough to pull them through.
This book invoked some strong reactions; at times Queenie just irked me. While reading The High Price Of A Good Man, I got upset, I shed tears and I laughed out loud. Phillips allows you to hear some of Queenie's thoughts and some are hilarious because it's 'real.' I loved her attitude, her self-esteem. I would definitely recommend The High Price Of A Good Man. It's a GREAT read.
Felicia
R.E.A.L Reviewers
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Summary: You Don't Always Get What You Pay For
Review: The High Price Of A Good Man is a "must read," for one that reads for entertainment. The main character is Queenisha Renae Sutton (when her mother is upset with her) but she is referred to as Queenie. She considers herself to be the "bomb," standing six feet tall and wearing a size 16. Queenie's best friend is Poe (Poetta) and her total opposite, yet they are like sisters, even though Queenie questions certain habits of hers. You will also meet Raymo, a co-worker of Queenie, who showers her with affection. Unfortunately for him, she can't stand the sight of him; however, ALL I will say is that Raymo is a persistent man.
Poe persuades Queenie to go to a charity benefit that she has volunteered for, with the promise of seeing Billy Dee Williams. Queenie "loves hers some Billy Dee", but something catches her eye at the 'auction' and Queenie "buys" Zeke Washington. Having gone way over her preset limit of one hundred dollars, Queenie plans to get her money's worth out of him. Unfortunately, we don't always get what we pay for.
Now, once Zeke comes on the scene you will begin to see Queenie change. She has it in her head that Zeke is "The One." Here is where the high price of a good man comes in, just how much is Queenie willing to give for Zeke ... her life? She seems to be determined to make Zeke HER man no matter what the cost. Queenie fails to give real thought as to exactly what a "good man" is and we find her changing trying to please "her man."
Poetta has issues and problems of her own, yet she's trying to be a good friend and getting insulted for her efforts. There are some devastating incidents for Poe, Queenie and Marva (Poe's sister) but we will see if prayer, love and friendship will be enough to pull them through.
This book invoked some strong reactions; at times Queenie just irked me. While reading The High Price Of A Good Man, I got upset, I shed tears and I laughed out loud. Phillips allows you to hear some of Queenie's thoughts and some are hilarious because it's 'real.' I loved her attitude, her self-esteem. I would definitely recommend The High Price Of A Good Man. It's a GREAT read.
Felicia
R.E.A.L Reviewers
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Summary: This Guy is Mine's
Review: The things Queenisha Renae Sutton does to catch the man of her dreams are outrageous, sometimes funny and most of the time you will be amazed at her aggressiveness. In Debra Phillips debut novel, The High Price of a Good Man, she allows the proud full-figured Queenisha or Queenie to tell the story of how she became the woman of superfine Zeke Washington, and how she deals with her Latino gourmet admirer Raymo. Not only is Queenie trying to establish a relationship with Zeke but she also has as her best friend Poetta, a candle burning, put a voodoo hex on you woman. The adventures of Queenie and Poetta are just as amusing as the budding relationship storyline. In the beginning of the book, Queenie comes on as a strong, not going to take any mess off a man woman. She is a big girl and proud of it. She is secure with herself and has a good job and stable finances. She does not need a man to take care of her, she just wants one to love and call her own. When she wins a date with Zeke Washington she decides he is the man of her dreams and she pulls out all stops to get him. She uses this same aggressiveness to try to make her admirer Raymo leave her alone, but he will not take "no" for an answer. However, for Poetta she will do anything or can be manipulated into doing things she does not want to do, like drive Poetta to Arizona so she can make amends to her dead lover's widow. Queenie and Poetta, though crazy at times, are quite likeable characters as well as the pathetic Raymo. There are interesting twists and turns in the story, most of them are funny like Zeke's roommate, Sweet Willie, and Brooda, the wheelchair-bound widow of Jimboy, however, the ending is predictable and does not deviate much from most "I wanna man stories." I think if you enjoy the sisterfriends and relationship novels you will enjoy this one. It can be a quick beach reading experience. Jeanette
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