The Hood Lit Book Social is for the urban fiction book lovers who share an appreciation for gritty, authentic stories that explore the raw essence of city life. Meetings are bi-monthly and the book selection is provided.

March's selection is: Promise Broken by K'wan. This title is also available as an ebook and audiobook on Hoopla.

After Promise’s mother dies in a tragic car accident, it leaves a void in Promise’s life that she is yearning to fill. This titular novel finds Promise spiraling into a life of crime and drug affiliation by the company she chooses to keep. Also coping with abandonment and a lifelong broken commitment from her biological father, Promise ultimately has two goals: to graduate from high school and to be loved. But can she find the love that she seeks from her aunt Dell, two best friends, Mouse and Keys, or drug-dealer Asher—the man who captivates her—despite the fact that each relationship will lead to life-altering events? Only time will tell.

Contact rachel.garrett@sfpl.org to receive a free copy of the book selection to add to your personal library.