Jealousy

I really did not know what to expect when I ordered this book, but it went beyond what I could have expected. This books has so much drama it leaves you breathless at the end. The characters all took on a life form and kept me entertained from beginning to end! Marsha D. Jenkins-Sanders you have a hit on your hands!

Who knew Jealousy could be so deep & full of deceit?? I read this book with that thought in the back of my mind.... I enjoyed the book to the very end... Rochelle definitely needs help.. I guess it's true when they say keep your enemies close, because when they're not in plain sight, you better watch your back!!!

I used to know a mother and daughter who were like Rochelle and her mom Val and it was horrible. If you know people like either of them, avoid them like the plague. If you are someone like either of them please seek therapy cus that is ridiculous lengths to go over being a hater. The people I knew werent that bad but they did about 3/4 of what those crazy heifers did in this book to me and others. If you are wondering who you are dealing with and how they may feel about you really, you should read this book because a lot of those warning signs of someone being jealous of you are in the book. Trust, they will try to mess up everything for you but will never admit their jealousy to you or anyone else. I wish this book came out a long time ago for me to see those signs.

Author Marsha Jenkins stated her sophomoric novel, Jealousy, is a fictional account of a true story. She also stated jealousy can make people do strange things and thanks to a jealous cousin who made her life miserable for many years, she was able to write a novel that will intrigue many readers. Dakota North lived the glamourous life. She invited her cousin, Rochelle Jackson, to be a part of the scene. Rochelle, one who describes herself as not having the "pretty genes" latches on to Dakota and the glamourous life. Rochelle is makes herself over and with the help of makeup, she enhances her face. With money that does not necessarily belong to her, she also buy clothes to make herself more fashionable. Rochelle enjoys being a part of the "in group"; then Dakota falls on hard times. With her marriage over, Dakota has no choice but to return to Michigan and live with her father. All along, while pretending to be Dakota's sisterfriend, Rochelle secretly harbors resentment towards Dakota. Once Dakota returns to Michigan, she begins her plot to attack her. With the help of her mother,Val, Dakota's sister-in-law, Elly, and her best friend, Tara, Rochelle puts her plans in action. Unbeknowst to Dakota, Rochelle has her home bugged and uses all the information she over hears to ruin Dakota's friendships and her relationship with her boyfriend, Chauncey. There were many different storylines in this novel that captivated this reader. Dakota and Chauncey's developing relationship, Rochelle's exploration of her sexuality, and Chauncey's many, many secrets, to name a few. While the writing could have been tighter, (sometimes the author was narrating other times giving a play by play account.) the story was good. If you are looking for a summertime suspenseful read, you may enjoy this one. Jeanette APOOO BookClub Motown Review Book Club

I loved Dakota. Beautiful and kind, she is the kind of person who could charm a snake without trying. With all the changes that took place, she remained the most positive character in the book. I thought she could have still met Chauncey without having to be so down on her luck. I felt like she needed an ally against everyone else (even strong people don't cut themselves off that much). But the message that was being portrayed was well received. Now, Ro was the character we loved to hate like Joan Collins on Dynasty. Just when you start to like her she does something evil. I would have liked to see more development on Dante just because a lot of people might not have picked up on the fact that you just don't cross a gay man! When you are good to them, they are good to you. But if you cross them, you are in trouble! Of course, I hated Val, because she was just an evil bitter woman and she took it out on her child. Rodney for just the opposite and not taking up for his daughter. But these things made Rochelle who she was and moved the book along very well, so I wouldn't have changed it. I did want to find out if Rochelle went to jail or the mental hospital, but I'm sure we'll find out in the next book. Same thing with Chauncey. And what about Elly, the brother's wife and the brother and the other contributors to Ro's evil campaign, they need to be dealt with. I can't wait. In the end, though, if you notice, everything I have mentioned was what we were supposed to get from the book. So, I don't think changes can (or should) be made. Hopefully, when people read it, if they have self-esteem issues, it will help them see how being jealous can turn into an illness. The book can help shine a light on several topics: domestic abuse, child abuse, insecurity and still entertain. What a great read!