Betrayed

Darrell Jenkins a.k.a. The Sandman, is known as a legend in the streets of Waterloo, Iowa, experiencing success on both sides of the law. However, out of all the things Darrell has accomplished, love is the one thing that has eluded him. Enter Sherrice Valdez, an exotic beauty who is down on her luck. Sparks fly between the two when they meet during a chance encounter.

Things get complicated as Darrell and his crew start a drug war that turns the streets into a war zone. Add in some baby mama drama, a detective with a chip on his shoulder, plus a few haters and you have a recipe for disaster. Not to mention, a mysterious figure lurking in the background hell-bent on revenge.

Take a journey deep into the heart of the Midwest in a story full of lust, murder and deception. No one knows how the game will end, but it's certain that when all is said and done, someone will be Betrayed.

David Givens was born in Washington D.C. in the summer of ?79. His parents were both members of the United States Army. He spent his early childhood in Maryland, Virginia and Hawaii before moving to Waterloo, Iowa when he was six. It was there that he was left in the care of his grandparents, who raised him until he was eleven. His grandparents instilled in him the strong work ethic that he still displays to this day. The path he chose wasn?t always the best one. Of course the glamorous street life called to him and he had a few brushes with the law along the way. However, he got through his trials virtuously unscathed. He attributes this to a kind heart, love of Allah and his love for his children. David currently still resides in Waterloo, Iowa. He lives alone and makes sure his children are well taken care of. Writing is his outlet and he hopes to blessed enough to continue to do it.