Young, ruthless, and hotheaded Namo Moreland had the city of Baltimore on lock before he reached the age of twenty-one. Having learned the ways of the game from the OG's before him, Namo ruled the streets with an iron fist, daring anyone to threaten his authority. After a run in with the law, due to an disloyal member of his crew, the King of the city finds himself serving a five year bid in prison. Five years later, he's out of prison and ready to reclaim the streets. Meet Cruz Monroe: feisty, stunning, and unattainable. She's a killer in every sense of the word. With just one look, she cast a spell on men, making even the strongest ones fall to their knees. Although she's well aware of the affect she has on men, Cruz isn't looking for love. After her last boyfriend, and father of her child, abandoned her five years ago, Cruz promised to never give her heart to another. However, promises are made to be broken, and after a chance encounter with a handsome stranger, Cruz finds that out first hand. Namo didn't believe in love at first sight until fate sent Cruz his way. With her alluring curves, slick talk, and confident demeanor, she waltz her way into Namo's life, leaving a lasting impression on his heart. Namo always said he would be a player for life, but the tantalizing beauty is slowly, but surely, causing him to change his mind. There were a million women in the world, but none quite like Cruz Monroe. Will Namo be able to give up his players way for Cruz, or will the games she's playing push him into the arms of another? Cruz is trying hard to fight her feelings, but she can't deny the growing attraction to her charming and handsome suitor. He possesses all the qualities she looked for in man, but in the back of her mind, she can't help but wonder if he's like all the rest. Sparks are flying, but with Cruz' inability to let go of the past, will it prevent her from finally having a chance at true love? Cruz and Namo are a match made in Heaven, but Cruz is too stuck in her ways to see it. Will she realize all that she's been looking for she's found in Namo, or will the both of them allow outsiders to kill their chances of having a happily ever after?