Playbook of Lies

By Langston Noir

In the roaring stadium of South Atlanta University, Malik "Flash" Carter is a rising star, the quarterback whose name echoes through the stands as he secures a game-winning touchdown. His charm captivates fans, his skill dazzles scouts, and his future glitters with promise as the number-one draft pick for the Professional Football League. But beneath the stadium lights and flawless smile lies a secret dark enough to destroy everything he's worked for. As Malik basks in post-game glory, a chilling message interrupts his triumph: "You owe us, Flash. Midnight. Or your secret's out." A shadow from his past, Drex-a dangerous figure from the streets of Mechanicsville-demands repayment for a gambling debt tied to Malik's high-stakes bets on his own games. With his career, reputation, and life on the line, Malik is forced to navigate a deadly double life. Balancing the adoration of his fans and the threats of ruthless enforcers, he finds himself caught between the brilliance of his on-field success and the shadows of his off-field mistakes. The clock is ticking, and for Malik, every move is a gamble. One misstep could turn his rise to glory into a fall from grace.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DQQZVKRV
• ISBN13: 9798303833470
• Release Date: December 2024
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"