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When the lines are drawn, will you risk your life to cross them for love?

In the Summer of 1988, tragedy hits home for Charlene Jacobson and her father when her little brother is killed playing a game of basketball in their Detroit housing projects.  She soon finds herself living in the small rural town of Millersville, Georgia, with her estranged grandmother. Millersville is a place where time stands still and the racial divide is as prevalent as the 1950s.  Secrets, lies, and betrayal lurk in every corner. Yet, through it all she finds solace in the arms of Ryan Quinn, a white senior track star and the son of the town Sherriff.  

Will their love cross the finish line?  

EDIT:  Crossing the Finish line has been removed from this site and a revised version with added new content has been published on Amazon Kindle Vella (as of November 2022) under the penname, Shelly B Williams. To those of you who have left reviews, added me to your Favorite Authors and Story Alerts, and helped to make CTFL one of the Top Ten Most Favorited Stories on Valent Chamber, I trully appreciate all the support you have shown me over the years. I hope you will continue to support me as I begin the next phase of my journey as a published author. I couldn't  have done this without you. 

Much Love!

 



Table of Contents
Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: None
Classification: None
Genre: Drama, Romance
Story Status: Completed
Pairings: Male/Female
Warnings: Adult Situations, Drugs/Drug Use, Extreme Language, Graphic Violence, Homosexuality, Original Characters, Racism, Strong Sexual Content , Work in Progress
Challenges: Deep, dark, and mysterious
Series: None
Chapters: 4
Completed:No
Word count: 5758
Read Count: 214725
Published: November 07 2010
Updated: January 09 2014


Title: Crossing the Finish Line

I love that Ryan is quick to make things right between them. He can't bear to have her at odds with him. I love that they talk it out. They have both lost loved ones that meant the world to them. Lucky that they have each other to confide in whenever they are ready.

Ryan's father seems like he has two sides to him - one for show and another unpleasant one. He keeps forcing down the issue of policing for Ryan, but he needs to understand that Ryan doesn't want that. Maybe he wants him to be in the same position he is in now. I would think he would want him to do something else. Just because policing runs in the family doesn't mean its right for every individual. He still makes me very wary pf him. Charlene and Ryan need to watch themselves when he is near.

Update soon. <3

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed
Date: July 27 2011

Title: Crossing the Finish Line

I'm so happy you updated. It was beautifully written.

I'm glad Charlene opened up to Ryan about Darnell's death. All because of 20 bucks and a means to show off. So sad! I think a burden has been lifted, but won't fully go away until she talks to her father. She can't blame herself for what happened to Darnell, and I am sure that her father doesn't blame her either. If they tlk, things will be cleared up. I'm wondering what's gonna happen if/when her father comes there.

I think their distrust of police may cause some tension between both families. I love how they are progressing. Ryan, you are not the only one falling, that's for sure.

Update soon. <3

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed
Date: August 30 2011

Title: Chapter 1: Cast of Characters

I have just finished reading all the chapters of this story and I am loving this story so far. Keep it up.

I feel so bad for Charlene and what she has been through. Hopefully, with time, she will remember all the good times with her brother. I do wish she auditions to sing though. It would be a shame to waste her voice.

I'm very curious to know what happened to Charlene's dad when he was a teen. Sheriff Quinn seemed to be real interested in Charlene and the goings on of her father. I'm thinking maybe her father and the Sheriff got into it over Vivian. Even though there is racist tension in the town, maybe the Sheriff had feelings for her. That's what I'm leaning to but I'm not sure......ahh speculations, speculations. And if that is the case, then Charlene and Ryan are heading in the same direction. Whatever the secret may be, I hope Charlene's dad tells her, and hopefully soon.

Ryan is so cute, lol. I see he is real determined to make Charlene his. It seems like she will be fighting him and probably herself every step of the way though. I was so happy when Ryan told Danny to shut his racist trap. Lawd, there was only so much I could take of his mouth and he's a fictional character. But many people still harbour those same feelings and I guess it riles me up. I just hope Ryan focuses so he can do better for himself and go to USC.

I really like Wes. He's awesome. And I hope Chad doesn't get so engrossed in follwing Danny and the others that he compromises himself and what he stands for. Just hearing him latch on to what Danny was saying in the diner made me think; like this is how the cycle keeps going. Its not an innate thing....racism is taught and learned. I just hope Danny gets whats coming to him.

Christi is something else. What an arrogant, manipulative, miserable trick. I really hope she gets a full serving of 'whoop ass.' A Detroit beatdown straight from Charlene. Please grant me this wish, lmao. There's only so much misery you can inflict on others before it catches up to you. Just because she has power and connections now, doesn't mean she will have it forever. Every one has their day. 

Karen and her friends are hilarious. I wish Karen would let her inner diva out. And I hope that she will stand up to Christi. She has such a caring nature though. I can see her being there for Charlene. And lawd, how about that James Carter a.k.a. Lance Gross? Boy, there ain't nothing gross about that man. God bless his mother and father for making him, hehe

I'll cut it right here. I can already tell its a long review. Hope you update soon. <3

 

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed starstarhalf-star
Date: April 10 2011

Title: Crossing the Finish Line

I can totally understand where Charlie is coming from. Their town does not have the best history with interracial relationships. There is an underlying tension within the town and their relationship could set everything off.

Many will try and inflict pain on them I think and Charlie is just looking out for the both of them. I love Ryan, but I think he does get ahead of himself because he has never had to really see what it is like on the other side until brought back to reality, like with Calvin's murder. But I love how open he is with her about his feelings.

Danny is not a true friend, and he will probably be one of the loudest naysayers in all this. The Sheriff is harbouring, I believe, many secrets that may destroy his reputation. Something just seems iffy with him. From Charlie's side there will be reluctance and concern because of their love for her and them wanting her to be safe. The sure person to be totally against it will most likely be her father. He has had several issues with the town in itself.

Christi is gonna be a thorn in both of their sides. They have to beware of her! But if they seriously want to pursue this, they need to first build a strong foundation together so that others actions or opinions will not dictate their future.

I really wish Charlie would sing for the Spring Formal. The singing may just help her to find peace from her brothers' death and to also aid her in other situations.

Update soon. <3

 

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed
Date: May 30 2011

Rated: 17 and older
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[Reviews - 586]
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Mal has wanted her since the first night they met. CoCo has been fighting her instant attraction from day one. Will past dirty deeds keep these two from the one thing they both need...each other.

DISCLAIMER: All publically recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. (ME!!) The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.

ME&U is an original work of fiction please do not copy or post this story to any other websites.

ME&U © 2011 by C.E. Givens (Elizablu)

###DUE TO A FUCKING THIEF KALANI ZOLDYCK, I TOOK MY STORIES DOWN###



Table of Contents
Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: Original Character(s)
Classification: General
Genre: Action-Adventure , Comedy , Drama, Erotica, Fantasy, Romance
Story Status: Active
Pairings: Male/Female
Warnings: Adult Situations, Character Death, Extreme Language, Graphic Violence, Original Characters, Racism, Strong Sexual Content , Un-betaed , Work in Progress
Series: Kitten's Bed & Bath
Chapters: 4
Completed:No
Word count: 9674
Read Count: 127261
Published: September 02 2011
Updated: September 22 2014


Title: Chapter 4: Chapter 3...Part I

So it seems like Durbin and Francis are brother and sister. Does this mean that Coco is also their sister? I hope I am not confused. They're plotting against one of their own.

I'm glad Mary gave her an intro to a beatdown. Francis just doesn't learn. Too bad for Darren, but he put himself in this position. If he would just wise up and see her for who she really is, he would be better off. Welp! So glad they have been kicked out of town. But I know Francis has more tomfoolery up her sleeve.

Sebastian was trying to put on game and was shot down . . . LMAO! Linette is hilarious and a very strong woman. I like her.

Ginger's karma is raining down on her and hopefully this is just the beginning. I'm proud that Benny had a change of heart and is ready to start over fresh. Their child deserves parents that are unselfish and are looking to be a better example. Benny has wised up and Ginger hasn't. She is still being foolish and thinks she has done nothing wrong. Stoopid girl! If he can get someone that genuinely loves him and their child, then I say go for it. Ginger will corrupt anything she comes into contact with.

I just knew something was bound to happen when Coco and Mal woke up. Seems like they were trying to make their dreams a reality. And boy was it getting good. Calise had me dying and of course Mal had to have the last parting shot. Officially dead. These two are hilarious. Wait til Junior finds out.

Update soon. <3



Author's Response:

Francis and Durbin are sister and brother and their connection to CoCo is kinda complicated to say the least. The only reason Mary warn Francis because Darren is her dead-husbands' brother, she was doing it for Calvin. Bas did try did he? Linny don't play that. I'm not thru with Ginger yet. It looked like CoCo & Mal was heading down the freaky express...The people in that house really need to learn to lock their doors. Thanks for reading!

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed
Date: September 15 2011

Title: ME&U

I'm so glad that Havanna gave Coco to the West family. That is where she truly belongs and now figuring out that Calvin was her father makes me more elated to know that she is a West through and through. I am glad that she got to spend time with Calvin before he passed.

Cayenne is a spiteful and hateful individual. I cannot believe that she took her child to a drug house and left her there. And she allowed the female there to do whatever with her. What kind of mother would treat their child like that?! I am livid with her and I can't wait for her time to come. She is so stupid, trying to claim Coco as Jethro's child just to keep him near. Either way, Jethro loves Coco and once he finds out I know all hell is gonna break loose. ALB and Durbin have another thing coming if they believe that they will get away with what they're planning for Coco. Damn, so that means she really is Coco's aunt and Darren punched his niece. Boyyy!!! This was a whirlwind. I hope Coco still stays in touch with Cayenne's sisters. They loved and wanted the best for her. Lawd, I can tell this is gonna be a bumpy ride, but I'll enjoy it all the way through. 

Update soon. <3



Author's Response:

Havanna truly felt in her heart that she failed Cayenne in some fashion, even though the whole picture was that Havanna had to protect her daughters from their violent, alcoholic father. So raising CoCo was Havanna's way of making amends to Cayenne, even though Cayenne could have cared less. She's just a hateful person, her soul needs a cleansing. It will be bumpy ride. Thanks for reading!!

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed
Date: September 19 2011

Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Yesss, my fav couple's story is here.

Sasha is one sheisty ass heifer. Poor Samuel, although he is slightly crazy, I can't even blame him. To be on the top of the world and have everything going right for you to end up where he is now is really heartbreaking. And for his wife to just stand there while everything is happening and not saying anything is just spiteful. She got them to where they are right now. She better run cause when he gets up he is on a mission. He is gonna come after all of them. Coco's crazy ass would probably handle him all by herself.

Now we all know that no matter how hard Coco promises to do right, drama just seems to follow her and she gets caught with her fist in someone's face . . . literally. Aunt Loose Booty got to feel the effects and I'm sure its not over by a long shot. There is more to come. So basically, she is jealous of Coco (cause she has Mal whipped) and carries deep-seated hatred and resentment for Cayenne for breaking up her parent's marriage. She has found a 'scapegoat' in Coco and is lashing out at her. She seriously needs to inhale, exhale and woo-sah her way out of life itself.

Do I see a Sebastian and Linette coupling? The cast pics seem to hint so. Btw, the cast pics look fab. Such gorgeous people. Can't wait for the next chapter. <3



Author's Response:

Yesss!! Ya' favorite couple's story is here and I promise you...crazy isn't the word to describe what will go down in this one here. Just get ready.

Sasha & Sameul is just one of the many dilemmas our couple will have to face in there story. I totally don't blame Sam for going postal on Sasha. The wench just stood there, mouth shut and watch everything her husband work for go down the toilet. If I was her...I would have been left just to save my own ass...but she thought that  she had all her duckies in a neat row...I kinda want to see this man and Mal got at it...We all think that Mal is just a rich playboy but my homeboy got some other sides to his personality...Mal could clear out a whole room if he really wanted too...You don't fuck with my boy, don't let that charm fool ya'.

My girl CoCo, she tries so hard to be good, she does...but folks won't let her. Francis isn't thru with CoCo by a longshot. Now about the Sebastian and Linnette coupling...I don't know about that one, because I already have something for him in the works and Linnette is married...but we will see how the story progresses. Thanks for reading!

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed
Date: September 05 2011

Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 2

Thank the heavens that ALB and her cohorts got the beating of their life. Where did they come from anyway? I'm glad that Calise and Linette handled them. I know Coco is not finished with ALB yet. She keeps trying to provoke Coco. A hoe will never understand when to stop.

Darren has gone too far. He must be out his damn mind PUNCHING Coco. Not even a hit or a slap, but a punch straight to her face?! He couldn't reserve that shit for his slut of a wife?! I agree wholeheartedly with what Coco said. He must be his wife's bitch, because for the life of me, I don't understand why he is in denial and can't understand that his wife is playing him.

I am so happy that Mal charged him and beat him bad. It's so sexy to see a guy all angry and frustrated fighting for the woman he cares about. I know he is already proving himself a worthy man for Coco. Mal is just itching to kill Darren. Darren may want to rethink coming anywhere near the family or going to any family reunions from now on. Its him and his wife only now. I lol'ed when Coco was like she missed him beating Darren up.

I agree with another reviewer. Mal's shower scene was niiicceee. Too bad he had to waste that. Let's see how the morning after goes. Coco may be cool with what happened, but may sing a different tune when she wakes up to Mal right there beside her. But I believe he is slowly bringing down her defences.  

Update soon. <3

P.S. Everytime I look at the story's banner, I think Mal is looking straight at me. He has such nice eyes, lol.



Author's Response:

Calise was still itching to lay hands from that incident with Ginger, so I had to let her have some fun. Linnette and CoCo are 1st cousins (sisters' kids) fighting comes naturally. The Armani women are known for fighting.

CoCo's words stung Uncle Darren alittle too deep didn't it? I know for a DAMN fact that he regrets that decision. My boy Mal is winning hearts all over. He went straight Hulk on Darren's punk ass. Mal is proving himself a little each day.

Mal & CoCo got a lil' while before they get to break headboards, but trust and believe those two will have some fun on the way there. Thanks for reading!!

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed
Date: September 07 2011

Title: ME&U

Loved it as usual.

Francis needs to quit plotting. Nothing is gonna turn in her favour. The way she is going on, Darren is gonna die 'defending' her foolish ass. Alas, I was almost overjoyed when he asked her what her grudge is against Coco. He caught her unaware and read that bitch. She couldn't believe it her damn self.

Cayenne needs to be fed to the wolves in the blue forest. Her and Durbin. His nasty ass is always looking for a fight. I'm glad Tony and Grayson were around to put him in his place. Calise was about to drop-kick his ass. And onto Grayson . . . what a fine specimen he is. God Bless Mama Lundy and Papa Elliot for making him :O). What is the real name of the guy in the pic though? Gotta know so I can stalk. Hopefully, he is not batting for the other team.

Coco has to be real careful. Cayenne will use anyone in her schemes to get to Coco. The whole visiting scene with Linny, Jethro and Coco was hilarious. Everyone can see that Coco has feelings for Mal, except herself. I love that Mal visited his soon to be new father-in-law. I'm glad he didn't back down. Jethro and Mal are of the same cloth and they will stop at nothing to defend those they care about. But lawd, Mal is in for it when him and Coco are behind closed doors. I can't wait!! They're finally gonna get rid of all that tension. Yassss!!

Update soon. <3 



Author's Response:

So glad that you enjoyed it. The man behind Grayson's photo is George Wilson Matter. He was the hottie in Marsha Ambrosius video Late nights and Early mornings. Thanks for reading!

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed
Date: November 20 2011

Rated: 17 and older
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[Reviews - 26]
Summary:

berry


 


 


God forbid you be an ugly girl, 'course too pretty is also your doom, 'cause everyone harbors a secret hatred for the prettiest girl in the room.


Ani Difranco



Table of Contents
Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: None
Classification: Drabbles , General
Genre: Family, Friendship, Romance
Story Status: Completed
Pairings: None
Warnings: Extreme Language, Fluff, Original Characters, Racism
Series: None
Chapters: 2
Completed:Yes
Word count: 3076
Read Count: 3537
Published: July 22 2013
Updated: July 22 2013


Title: Chapter 2: Haven't You Heard?

I loved it and I love how you addressed the dark skin vs. light skin issue. I am beyond tired with sweeping this under the rug too. I often find myself wondering why there isn't more variety in the main female characters. Considering we come in all beautiful shades and sizes, I wish there was more diversity in the fiction I read. 

Kyle and Jameson are everything. Glad they found each other and even happier that Langston put aside his earlier judgments and got to know Jameson. Jameson definitely gets "it." Sometimes it gets frustrating having to constantly explain your perspective; ahh Kyle has a good one.

I hope we get more insight into these two in the future. And please, more on Junior and Sierra, something is definitely there. Hope you explore those two sooner rather than later.

Love your writing. <3

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed
Date: July 22 2013

Rated: Teen or Above
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[Reviews - 15]
Summary:

The tragedy of Kyle Johnson only lasted a week, but the benefits are sweet.



Table of Contents
Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: None
Classification: None
Genre: Comedy , Family, Friendship
Story Status: Completed
Pairings: None
Warnings: Adult Situations, Extreme Language
Series: None
Chapters: 1
Completed:No
Word count: 1174
Read Count: 2492
Published: July 25 2013
Updated: July 25 2013


Title: Chapter 1: Hit the Road Jack

Kyle is funny as hell, and Jameson, the ever present good Samaritan lol. I was hoping to read more about them, but didn't think it would come so soon. I'm urgently waiting to see how their first meeting progressed to the relationship they have now. 

Update soon. <3



Author's Response:

First off... I love your name!!!!! Thats the first thing I saw when I read the review and it made me happy.

 

Jameson is literally a good guy. Like, I know there's a penchant for the domineering womanizers, but I want Jameson to come out as that good guy who never gets the girl in other stories...here he is now, snagging kyle who is too honest and human for most men. 


I think they're an incredible pair, the first couple I'm truly anxious and excited to write. 

 

Thank you so much!

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed
Date: July 26 2013

Retired
Rated: 17 and older
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[Reviews - 286]
Summary:

SEQUEL to Sasha: the Wallflower. Adaline Lang is an up and coming photographer with more than her own set of problems. During her cousin's wedding she comes face-to-face with the man that she had fallen in love with as a child. Only to find out he was in love with someone else. What will she do to finally be heard and convince him that the perfect women he has been looking for is standing right in front of him?

Dominic Vikhrov is caught between a rock and a hard place. The woman he has fawned after for so many years has finally returned to the United States. But he isn't the only one who is fighting for her heart. Never one to lose, Dominic has his eye on the prize no matter the cost. But will his tunnel vision blind him to something even greater?



Table of Contents
Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: None
Classification: None
Genre: Romance
Story Status: Active
Pairings: None
Warnings: Adult Situations, Original Characters, Rape, Sexual Content , Strong Sexual Content , Un-betaed , Work in Progress
Series: None
Chapters: 12
Completed:No
Word count: 37246
Read Count: 40809
Published: October 24 2014
Updated: November 20 2015


Title: Chapter 11: Chapter 10

You're back! I loved the update. 😊

I think it is Dina's place to tell Slade about their daughter. Regardless of his earlier thoughts about a child, telling him now would give him a second chance to choose to be involved or not. In the end, at least he knows. I'm glad to know that Dom is willing to help Dina out.

I'm happy for Adaline and hope that she can continue on this path of self-discovery, and build up confidence in herself. It would be great to see the growth in her, rather than her moping around waiting for Dom to acknowledge what is between them. 

All I can say about Carla is that she is absolutely rotten. I can't believe that though she is married, she wants to meddle in other's love lives. She is clearly not over Dom, but I hope her plans will not succeed. Such a miserable witch!

Can't wait for the next update! 

Reviewer: _janeDOPE Signed
Date: November 18 2015

Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.