Review: 'Shoot First, Ask Questions Never...'
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 09 4, 2013
Ace abandoned the streets and his hustling lifestyle when he became a widower raising his twin daughters, Serenity and Savannah.  Stranded on the side of the road is criminal attorney, Aaliyah with a dead cell phone, she meets the chivalrous Ace and he leaves quite an impression.  Still bound with feelings of guilt because of his wife's death, Ace has dedicated his life to his children but Aaliyah awakens emotions that he had buried with his grief.  Just when the couple feel that their spark of interest is flaming, problems from their pasts resurface and throws salt in the game.  Remnants of information is left for Ace indicating the chance that Sunshine may still be alive, while Aaliyah's past lover is out of prison and seeking retribution for her abandonment and money he feels she owes him.Just when two lovers find happiness, will they allow their past demons to destroy the beautiful bond they've formed as a family unit?  Three years free of looking over his shoulder and dodging that jail sentence...Ace has found a peace with fatherhood, and now that he's lucked up on another Bonnie, can he remain 6 feet above ground?  Despite Aaliyah's successful career, she understands the street life and isn't afraid to fight for what she wants.  But is Aaliyah savvy enough to outwit her evil ex-lover seeking revenge...is she strong enough to battle against a ghost for the heart of the man that's stolen her heart?  Thug Luv is an entertaining read with charismatic characters that draw you into their emotions and scenarios.  Love, loyalty, hope, rage, betrayal, jealousy, drugs, murder, and mayhem all work together to make this an intriguing read that keeps you in suspense as you try to unravel the pieces to the puzzles.  With better editing and a conclusive ending, this could have really been a great read! 3.78