Hoodlum: A Novel

Overall a very well told story. There are some parts that reminded me of The Godfather, but it's a gangster book🤷🏾‍♀️

I had the pleasure of meeting this author @ the Harlem Book Fair, in NYC during the summer where I purchased his "Street Dreams" book which he autographed for me. I was watching the way he handled himself out there dealing with all the people & decided to purchase a book from him. Well..., after starting the book, I was definitely impressed & got to a point where I just couldn't put it down. After finishing it, I was amazed @ how well he weaved the tale together, the strength of his characters, & the way the last quarter of the book picked up steam & tied everything together neatly. I decided to see if he was a flash in the pain or a new voice I should pay attention to. I ordered 2 more novels from him & now I am hooked... I started telling folks if they want gritty street type drama, give Kwan a read & see if you can feel his flow... He's a cool guy, very personable, easy to talk to, & his personality doesn't give off the impression of the tales he's writing about. So he's gained a fan from NJ who will keep his eye on this Harlem, NYC talent.

L'wan is one of the best writers i have came across in forever the way he brings his characters to life is so amazing he is my favorite male author hands down

I love to read book with action and drama

It's a really good story I could see happening . Tommys hot head is an issue for me. There's a shine when being king compassion stredegy and logic has to be there. Poppa Clark is the picture that the Clark's have. Beautiful family and each of the 3 children are different yet the same. Very action packed read. We all need friends like swan and gator .

Amazing book to read

This is a great read. At times it got a little gory for me, but I could not put it down! I'm not sure if there is a part 2 but I would love to read it!

I give it 5 stars because the story had depth, it didn't glorify the violence. It was an up and down rollercoaster of suspense. Every chapter kept the reader on the edge of your seat! Excellent story - telling that humanizes the protagonist and shows a moral compass!

Love this book