Review: Caught in the Game
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 06 22, 2004
K'Wan's bold debut into the publishing industry is the story of Lou-loc, an aspiring writer and gang member in New York City. Through this raw and unabashed account of life in the game, readers are given an up close look at K'Wan's characters and their struggle.Lou-loc, originally a gangster from California, moved to New York City with his close friend and member of his brethren, Gutter.  While in New York, Lou-loc and Gutter take over Harlem's Crip set and become two of the most powerful and feared hustlers roaming the streets of the city. Unlike Gutter, however, Lou-loc has become weary with the life of a hustler.Lou-loc meets Satin, a beautiful, intelligent woman who just happens to be a rival gang leader's sister.  Lou-loc wants out of the game to focus on his writing, but when tragedy strikes, the calm that had been present in Harlem lifts to uncover a gang war and a homicidal vendetta that Lou-loc cannot ignore.I was moved by K'Wan's novel despite the editorial issues that were present. The characters took on a very real persona, and their stories were dynamic and emotional. With a bit of editorial tuning, this novel could be one of the greatest in its genre.Reviewed by CandaceKof The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers