Easier Said Than Done

Yep, it's easier said than done...

Kingston Phillips is an entertainment executive based in Chicago who has carved her way into the industry, nabbing one of the top rapper s for her new division and garnering the respect of her boss. All is lining up well for Kingston, and she has two good friends who share in her happiness and a kinda-sorta boyfriend in the wings. Or so it seems. Just as things start running smoothly, her grandmother dies, and she must return to Jamaica for the funeral. In addition, she finds out some things about her boyfriend that make her realize she's better off without him.

While in Jamaica, memories overtake Kingston as she deals with the death and funeral arrangements, her situation back home, and the decisions she has to make regarding her future. She encounters family drama with those who should be closest to her and is forced to relive events of the past, including tragedy and heartache. Kingston also finds out that her grandmother has named her the executor of her estate. This causes more stress between the family members, and Kingston is left to decide how she will proceed with her sanity intact. Kingston has much soul-searching to do as she later finds out her grandmother not only made her executor of her estate, but with the request that Kingston return to Jamaica and live in the house so she can oversee the estate fund. Added to the chaos is the fact that her ex-boyfriend lives in town, and he's trying to pick up where they left off in their relationship. Kingston must decide what she will do professionally, personally, and romantically, but it is all easier said than done.

Though the novel is fiction, it touches on many aspects of other genres such as romance, a bit of suspense, and a bit of drama found in relationship-type novels. There is something for everyone. The writing isn't overly complicated, the characters are well-structured, and portions of the book were so moving, I found myself feeling as if I were part of the cast and actually going through the ups and downs featured in the book. Nikki Woods molds a realistic and engaging story about the importance of family, friends, and community. She showcases the power to heal from past pains in order to move towards the future. It is a highly recommended read, especially for those with close ties to their family or those who long to have them.

Reviewed by Tee C. Royal of The RAWSISTAZ™ Reviewers
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Easier Said Than Done by Nikki Woods
EbonyEnergy Publishing, September 2005
305 Pages, Paperback, $14.95
ISBN: 0-9755092-6-8
Genre: African-American Literature, Fiction

Reviewed by Tee C. Royal of The RAWSISTAZ™ Reviewers
http://www.rawsistaz.com

RAW Rating: 4

Nikki Woods molds a realistic and engaging story about the importance of family, friends, and community. She showcases the power to heal from past pains in order to move towards the future...a highly recommended read." —Tee C. Royal, Founder of RAWSISTAZ.com

 

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"Easier Said Than Done is a story of overwhelming tragedy, slow realization, injury and recovery and the way love conquers all."

—Kimberla Lawson Roby, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Best-Kept Secret

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"Easier Said Than Done", by debut author Nikki Woods is a page turner brimming with vivid descriptions and realistic characters that are creatively woven together in this drama filled with lies, betrayal jealousy and greed. Ms. Woods use of humor brings the characters to life. There will be at least one character that every reader will relate to.
—Dyanne Davis
Award Winning Author of, The Color Of Trouble

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Easier Said Than Done is a stellar debut novel written with style and wit. Woods makes a big splash with a wonderful plot set in sexy Jamaica with characters that feel like folks we know and care about. Get a copy--no, get two... one for you and one for a friend."

—Yolanda Joe, Best Selling Author, My Fine Lady

 

 

 

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Easier Said Than Done by
Nikki Woods
ISBN: 0-9755092-6-8
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Distribution: Baker & Taylor & Amazon.com
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Category: African-American Literature
Regular Price: $14.95 (US) Trade Paperback, Page Count: 307