All I Ever Did Was Love a Man

By Sharon Denise Allison-Ottey and Sharon Denise Allison-Ottey MD

Book Overview

Popular author Sharon Denise Allison-Ottey proudly writes what she calls "fiction with a purpose," compelling readers to look inside themselves. In this heartfelt novel, Sabrena Collins feels her life... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0976444348
• ISBN13: 9780976444343
• Release Date: February 2006
• Publisher: Hilton Publishing
• Length: 275 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.8" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

A Different Kind of Love Story

All I Ever Did was Love a Man is a very good novel that grabs you at the opening chapter. I must admit that my curiosity was initially tied to the title but this was not what I expected at any level. The main character is one that I relate to as a woman and although she is Black and I am white-- as a divorcee from an abusive relationship--- I really related to her. I have experienced bad relationships, felt alone and scared, overworked and overwhelmed. I have also just needed someone to hold me and have made decisions that could have affected my life and that of my 3 boys. This book is a wake up call to me to first love myself so that I can open my heart to love someone else but also to take care of my sons. This book has changed my life, how I view my life and my decisions but also how I will make decisions for my sons. Yes, I am going to call my doctor but moreso-- I'm going to call my lawyer and really make plans. You never know what will happen-- I loved this book. I laughed, cried, and had some serious sombering moments. I would have NEVER read a book on this topic as I don't think that it pertains to me and my life. However, after reading Sabrena's story-- I know that it could very well be me or my friends. I am passing this on to others and when my oldest son turns 14 I am giving it to him to read! This is a book that you can't stop reading..... and you shouldn't.

Awesome Book

This book was awesome and had a natural flow to the storyline. As a professional man, I was shocked that this book was not anything like the standard books in similar genres. This book has it all: an excellent plot; great character development; dramatic twists and turns and perhaps more importantly, a life changing message. Hands down...the best book I've read in years!!!

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You will never forget this novel! This is a truly gifted storyteller. A real page turner....once you start you won't be able to put it down. Her message is the book's greatest strength. The message it brings is one that we can never stop preaching to anyone in our community. It's truly powerful and yet intriguing....speaking of love, pain, deceit, the power of family and friendship, and the truth about what's really real in the African American community. Once you begin to read it will enthrall you from beginning to end. You feel apart of what's going on inside the story. It is truly a must read!!!!!