Thirty

The Sun Series, Book 4

By: Rae Lyse

Narrated by: Winston James, Phoenix McKay

After the introduction of a controversial criminal justice reform bill, the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles grants Andre “Dre” Owens clemency.

Suddenly, he’s forced back into a world that’s more complex than what he remembers…and full of tempting distractions. Most are skeptical that he deserves a second chance, and he is too, until a free-spirited dancer bounces into his life.

Much to her family’s dismay, Natasha “Tash” Breaux dances to her own confusing beat. She’s used to existing in a world that refuses to understand her and carrying the weight of a past that still lingers in the present.

After a mutual friend thrusts them together, Natasha agrees to help Andre cope with his newfound freedom, but there’s a problem—he makes her question everything she thought she knew about herself and the people around her.

She’s the ultimate distraction. He’s the ultimate enigma. And they’re so focused on how different their worlds look that when they endure them together, neither of them realizes the trouble that lurks beneath their budding friendship.

©2022 Rae Lyse (P)2022 Podium Audio

I NEED MORE

When I tell you this book had me in tearssssss Rae why did you do me like thissssss. I’m stuck in between ALL OF YOUR BOOKS. Girlllll I just love your writing style you never miss the mark!!! You got me over here thinking I know these young folks. You got me over here looking at my wife like bae Dra is a really good dude and she looking at me like who the hell is Dra 🤣🤣🤣!!! I loved it I love all 4 of the books and I love your 5th book. That’s the book that made me start reading the series!!! Let me go read about the little lady for the 4th time!!!!

No one does it like Rae Lyse

Thirty is the icing on the cake to one of the best series I’ve ever read. So glad Phoenix McKay is back for this read. I knew this would be excellent with her and Winston James. This is another masterpiece.

Store was all over the place

The struggle was real to finish this book. It wasn't because of the injections of street colloquialisms. But because they truly didn't have a point on certain injects in the storyline. I took a chance because of the narrator Winston James. He has a commitment to bring characters to life. The acceptance of a trisexual life was explored. That part I appreciated.

😍😍😍😍

I am SO in love with this literary universe. I enjoyed all three earlier books in the series and this last one was no exception. Because I know writers often use a pen name I won’t dig too far into who I think is really writing these books, other than to say that if it’s who I think it is I am NOT surprised, because the storytelling excellence DEFINITELY holds up!

I would LOVE more stories from this series, though I know better than to command output for output’s sake. If is is in Rae’s heart to produce more though I hope she does, because I have yet to read such a moving series of complex. nuanced stories about love in the hood in my LIFE! I would never want to be in ANY of these characters’ shoes, but I walk away LOVING and ROOTING for them all! BRAVAAAA!!

P.S. Little Andreanna is TOO MUCH! 🤣🤣🤣

Loved This Series!

I loved this Series! The narration by WInston and Phoenix brought the characters and book to life. Loved Tash and Andre story of forbidden love and love unexpected.

Love and family

This book took me by surprise. I loved the maturity Dre exuded. He held it down for the family! Book 2 and 4 were my favorites for the series. Looking to additional books by the author.

The Journey Of Dre

Although Andre was a minor, he spent 6 years in an adult prison system in order to help his family. Andre was enlightened to be so young and his daughter was a smart young lady that adored her dad. She wasn’t the average 8 year old, she too was well versed and enlightened . I love how the men of this series took the led in their relationships and helped their women grow. I’m also happy to get an update on JoJo and his family.

Number Four

This wasn’t my favorite in the series. Truthfully, I struggled at parts with the story. The strong LGBTQ angle of the story wasn’t what I’d expected. The romance between the two lead characters never felt truly realized, until the very end, and like I said, it was a struggle to get there. Enjoyed the series overall and am a fan of Ms. Lyse’s writing.

Still on a high!

This was an amazing series!!! I need more I was completely wrapped up in their world.
Thirty was probably my favorite out of the family couples

Better than book 3

I was apprehensive about this book. Book 3 didn't hold my attention, and I wasn't sure if this one would either. But I was pleasantly surprised. I loved both main characters. They were appealing and relatable. I also loved the storyline. The narration was also great!