Ghetto Re’sume’
August 2nd, 2010
Product Description
In life, we all go through struggles to do what we have to do to get by. Everyone has skeletons in their closets. The series of events we encounter as we journey through life serve as references on our résumé of life. However, if you should so happen to be one of the unfortunate ones born into the ghetto, all of the hardship and pain you endure over the years to make it out of the ghetto will forever serve as references on your GHETTO RÉSUMÉ. Goldie, … More >>
Whether you’ll grow up and become a product of your environment can be argued on almost every level. Statistically, the deck appears stacked against success and opened to failure. However, the door is never truly completely closed.
Imagine, if you will, from the moment of conception longing to be apart of the chaotic streets. Ambitious, overachiever, yet mentally capable to not only achieve but surpass any wall that may hinder you. Well for DeQuan `Goldie’ Walker, he’s always been keen to the streets. When his home situation flips, he easily slides into the provider role. Is he really up for the challenge?
Marcus `Snake’ Robinson’ is twice removed from the mere nickel-and-diming hustler he used to be. Snake, the appointed CEO, is the man all of the project kids aspire to be. His recycled funds in the hood are far better than anything the government itself could possibly offer. No longer that same hungry dude, Snake decides at 24 he’s done more than most and wants to retire on top. Will it ever be enough?
GHETTO RESUME written by newbie Freddie Simmons introduces readers to two hustlers who share the same purpose. While Snake is obviously the master, at times, he learns from his student, Goldie. The story is all right, but it’s this reviewer’s opinion that it appears to be a little too boastful, jagged and, dare I say, mind-boggling. I had issues throughout the story, mainly trying to imagine a 10-year-old child being able to do certain things. While I know that drugs, poverty and prison have made it harder for some of the children in society, I couldn’t believe what the author was saying and had to force feed myself the majority of the story. As the book neared its climax, it was as if Freddie Simmons decided to completely change the Goldie character from this seasoned thug to this affectionate school aged child. Again, this was just too hard for me to swallow.
While I will admit, the beginning is truly original, the story itself is filled with too many difficult plots. I do believe that there are readers who will enjoy the story, but for me, I’m hoping in its conclusion the author will hanker down and deliver a more edible read.
Reviewed by: Crystal
Rating: 3 / 5
Talking about this book is NOT enough. You just have to read it. This book is a page turner that will leave you wanting more after each chapter. Can’t wait for the remainder of this trilogy.
Rating: 5 / 5
From the first sentence, Ghetto Resume by Freddie L. Simmons held me captivated. This was a really fast-paced, highly drama-filled book about the life of DeQuan Walker AKA Goldie. He grew up in the projects on the Southside of St. Petersburg, FL. When his father was murdered, he stepped in to fill his shoes at a young age. He became very close to a notorious drug dealer named Snake. It wasn’t long before Goldie was drawn into the drug game. He learned early in life to go for what he wanted and not to let anything stop him.
The character on Goldie was a preteen and then a teenager throughout the book. Even though there were intimate scenes in the book, they were not too graphic or x-rated for my taste. Since St. Petersburg is the city where I grew up and reside now, I think the story is extremely realistic. What goes on in this book DOES and IS happening on a corner or in a hood near me.
I was a tad bit disappointed by the ending, but I know it’s just preparing me for part two, so I’ll give Mr. Simmons a break. I’m looking forward to reading the next one in line.
Reviewed by Teresa D. Patterson, Author of PROJECT QUEEN
Rating: 5 / 5
The 1st review was a little more than the typical naive reader trying to imagine life in the streets. Not only was this book realistic of what is going on in society (I know, I work with these kids), but it is also a testimony that all kids turn to selling drugs, aren’t your typical uneducated thugs. Alot of kids got into the streets to do just as what Goldie did, help his mom stay afloat financially. Coming from a single-parent home, children are exposed to the struggles and stress that their parent is going through and want to find ways to help out as much as possible. Unfortunately, the streets are easy to fall victim to.
If you read the author’s bio, one would wonder exactly how much of this book mirrored his life. Not only did I find the book enjoyable, I believe the author is well on his way to becoming successful. For this to be his 1st book, he has me hooked and I’m looking forward to the next installment!
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Rating: 4 / 5