{"product_id":"college-guys-ruin-lives-9798992873702","title":"College Guys Ruin Lives","description":"\u003cp\u003eSeventeen-year-old DJ has spent her whole life surviving in an urban neighborhood where violence, gossip, and toxic relationships are the norm.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCollege is supposed to be her escape-a chance to redefine herself and build the future she's always dreamed of. But leaving home doesn't mean leaving the past behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs she navigates the pressures of college life, DJ is forced to confront her insecurities and self-doubt.\u003c\/strong\u003e New friendships bring love and support, but also betrayal and heartbreak. The boys she once trusted turn out to have dangerous intentions, pulling her into situations that test her strength and challenge everything she thought she knew about relationships, consent, and self-worth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaught in the harsh realities of rape culture, peer pressure, and the weight of being a young Black woman in a world that often misunderstands her\u003c\/strong\u003e, she must learn to stand up for herself, reclaim her voice, and build the confidence to thrive. But will she find the courage to break free from the cycles of trauma and rise above the pain?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA gripping coming-of-age novel, \u003cem\u003eCollege Guys Ruin Lives\u003c\/em\u003e explores love, friendship, black womanhood, toxic relationships, self-discovery, and survival \u003c\/strong\u003ein a world that isn't always kind. \u003cstrong\u003eFor readers who connect with raw, emotional, and powerful stories of resilience, this book is a must-read.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDej, Diamond:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Diamond Dej is a dynamic author, songwriter, and rapper based in Nashville, Tennessee, originally hailing from St. Louis. Her music has been featured on popular TV shows such as CW's All American and Grown-ish, as well as major advertising campaigns. With a distinctive style and a passion for storytelling, Diamond Dej is carving out her place in the music industry through compelling writing, infectious energy, and an unshakable commitment to authenticity.Her journey began with poetry, using words to express emotions she couldn't always say out loud. Over time, those poems evolved into short stories, rap verses and song lyrics. Diamond Dej continues to inspire audiences-especially women-to embrace their confidence and live unapologetically. Whether through bold anthems or heartfelt storytelling, she is a voice for self-empowerment, authenticity, and limitless potential.Author website: https: \/\/itsdiamonddej.com\/epk","brand":"Diamond Dej","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51589784666386,"sku":"9798992873702","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_3a5f066f-b1c1-44fb-a73f-d45d25536aa5.jpg?v=1756806401","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/college-guys-ruin-lives-9798992873702","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}