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by Diamond Dej (Author)
Seventeen-year-old DJ has spent her whole life surviving in an urban neighborhood where violence, gossip, and toxic relationships are the norm. College 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.
As she navigates the pressures of college life, DJ is forced to confront her insecurities and self-doubt. 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.
Caught 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, 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?
A gripping coming-of-age novel, College Guys Ruin Lives explores love, friendship, black womanhood, toxic relationships, self-discovery, and survival in a world that isn't always kind. For readers who connect with raw, emotional, and powerful stories of resilience, this book is a must-read.
