A Thug's Independence: The Silent Partner

By Wahida Clark

Independence was supposed to be the prize.

Six months working for Jin Wu. Then a clean exit. That was the deal for Faheem "Black" Mujahid: put in the work, walk away, and finally live in peace with his wife Jaz and their daughter Kaeerah.

But the streets don't let their architects go that easy.

Jin Wu isn't just a boss. He's a master manipulator, pulling strings Faheem never knew existed. Every step toward freedom drags him deeper into a game he didn't design. And with Kaylin, Trae, and Rick riding beside him, loyalty gets tested from every direction.

Now Faheem has to face the truth: real independence isn't about walking away from the game. It's about controlling it.

But what happens when the only way to protect what you love is to become the very thing you swore to leave behind?

The explosive third installment of the Thug Universe Holiday Trilogy, following A Thug's Christmas and The Confession: A Thug's Valentine.

Perfect for fans of Sister Souljah, Ashley & JaQuavis, and K'wan.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1970854227
• ISBN13: 9781970854220
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Wahida Clark Presents Publishing, LLC
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"