Single Black Female

Written by Tracy Brown

Narrated by Eboni Flowers

Tracy Brown's Single Black Female is a taut, edgy, deftly spun novel about four friends grappling with the dramatic twists and turns of life, love and what it means to “make it” in America.

Ivy Donovan is a successful stylist, entrepreneur, and single mom who has been loyal to her sons’ father, Michael, who’s serving a lengthy prison sentence. But life has gotten lonely over the years, and Ivy wants more for herself. Michael, however, isn’t about to lose his family.

Coco Norris is well-off, single, childless, and struggling with her allegiance to emotionally unavailable men. When she finds a man who seems like he can give her everything she has ever wanted, Coco soon discovers that she has taken on more than she can possibly handle.

Deja Maddox is a real estate agent who is married to Bobby, a police sergeant with the NYPD. They have assimilated, looking down on anything that doesn’t fit their buttoned-up, polished life. But Deja isn’t as satisfied as she would like everyone to believe. When Deja’s past returns with a vengeance, she’s forced to face herself as her “perfect” life begins to crumble.

Nikki Diamond is a savvy, self-made businesswoman and social media darling who lives large and with no regrets. She’s also Deja’s little sister and thinks her sister can have so much more than her ho-hum marriage. And Nikki is all too happy to lend a “helping” hand to make that happen.

Things come to a head when Ivy’s youngest son, Kingston, is caught up in a polarizing encounter with the NYPD. Everyone must figure out where they stand, including Bobby, who suddenly has to decide if his “blue life” matters more to him than his Black life and the Black lives of those he loves.

Single Black Female highlights the nuances of Black love, the often tested bonds of Black families, what it means to face the world as a Black man and the joy and pain of being a Black woman.

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Griffin

• Language: English
• Publisher: Macmillan Audio
• Release date: Nov 2, 2021
• ISBN: 9781427295644

Tracy Brown

Tracy Brown is the Essence bestselling author of Boss; White Lines, White Lines II: Sunny, White Lines III: All Falls Down, Aftermath, Snapped, Twisted, Criminal Minded, Black and Dime Piece. She passed away two days after turning in Brooklyn—her final, and arguably best, book. The African Americans on the Move Book Club bestowed their Urban Classic Honor Award on Tracy's White Lines series in celebration of her legacy and impact on the literary world.

Reviews for Single Black Female

[Monica Starkes · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved this book. Great storyline and a fantastic narration by Eboni.

[trishannmowatt · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

First of all, let me say this I was opposed to listening to an audio book, but I love it. This book was great reminded be of some females I know the struggle. How we all just want a happy ending.

[Quaneisha Mcleod · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I enjoyed this book. I was looking to take a break from my normal self help book and to read for entertainment. Personally the characters story lines are relatable and taps into common themes in the black culture. I was not a fan of the police brutality but that is only because I am trying to cultivate more joy in my life and heal trauma. With that being said I did enjoy the themes around sisterhood, healthy love and standing up for yourself. Overall a good read!

[Rose Chevallier · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

An entertaining read for a Sunday afternoon! Relatable characters about the single life and all it comes with … Love it!!!

[Kristen A. · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

3.5 stars

The ending was a big dragging but overall a good story.

[Shina Gaddie · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow is all I can say. What a great read!!!!

[QuaTesha Ratliff · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a really good book. Not exactly what I thought it would be based off of the title. It really hit a lot of points in what’s going on in the world today. Definitely a good read!

[Katrina Thaxton · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Excellent read. It had its ups and downs in relationships between friends and lovers. How in a moment things can change in someone’s life because of how some see you which can leave to a very bad incensed. But the ending show that what a friendship between women some importantly black women.

[Jasmin · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

felt like I’ve read a book or a seen a movie just like it. Predicable.

[Tereacy · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Storyline started off strong but finished kinda "blah". I really wanted more from the character development.

[cnx speaks · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

You know I loved the story and all it’s drama, I hate that “kid got shot” was a plot point. It angered me, mainly because I look towards fiction for black joy and nonfiction for reality. However, the story was enjoyable and full.