Ante Up, Christina C. Jones
Ante Up, Christina C. Jones
List: $19.99 | Sale: $13.99
Club: $9.99

Ante Up
High Stakes Book 1

Author: Christina C. Jones

Narrator: Jakobi Diem, Wesleigh Siobhan

Unabridged: 10 hr 56 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 07/16/2019


Synopsis

I know exactly why it turns you on . . . because you're messed up too.

Asha's life is no fairytale, by any stretch of the imagination. There was no kind, generous father to care for and protect her from the Vegas that exists beyond the glitz and glamour of The Strip. No wise, doting mother to look over and guide her, passing down essential lessons and leading her to the right path. And certainly, no Prince Charming just around the corner, ready to rescue her from working late nights to cover steadily mounting bills.

You're not born to sharks without becoming one yourself.

In Vegas, King is exactly what his name implies. Born into money and influence, but respected—and feared—in his own right. The privileges of wealth have afforded him many things, freedom, power, massive eligibility—while simultaneously leaving him exposed to others: betrayal, exploitation, and manipulation.

Like attracts like . . .

Her poker face has kept her alive all this time, and he keeps his cards close to his chest. Neither is interested in gambling their hearts, but when they can't stay away from each other, there's only one choice . . . ante up.

Contains mature themes.

About Christina C. Jones

Christina C. Jones is a bestselling romance novelist and digital media creator. A timeless storyteller, she is lauded by readers for her ability to seamlessly weave the complexities of modern life into captivating tales of black romance.

As an author, Christina's work has been featured in various media outlets, including Oprah Daily, The Griot, and Shondaland.

In addition to her full-time writing career, she cofounded Girl, Have You Read-a popular digital platform that amplifies black romance authors and their stories.

A former graphic designer, Christina has a passion for making things beautiful and can usually be found crafting and cooking in her spare time. She currently lives in Arkansas with her husband and their two children.


Reviews

I've literally been consuming Christina C Jones for the past couple of months and the variety of materials that she has out never ceases to amaze me. There is so much to choose from and I was happy to see that Ante Up showcased her ability to cover a darker story. 4.5 Stars I'm not sure what I was ex......more

Goodreads review by Annette

Where is the 10-star option because, this book deserves all the stars! Ante Up was unbelievably good! Asha and Kingston were black love and black excellence personified. From the very start, I was completely engrossed in the Vegas lifestyle. I loved that the storyline was centered around a black fem......more

Goodreads review by Jessica

This book was definitely on the darker side compared to the other books I've read by Christina C Jones. Asha is a waitress at a casino, but she's also a poker player and is hoping to finally raise $50k in order to buy in to a prestigious poker tournament. She's been playing the tables and winning mo......more

Goodreads review by Ebony

Overcoming odds I enjoyed this book. This was different from anything I've read from CCJ and I was here for it. I decided I was falling down a CCJ rabbit hole and I'm glad I did. Asha had a rough childhood. Her family walked on eggshells at the hands of her father. One terrible situation was the last......more