How far are you willing to go to protect your family? For Alori "Vanity" Stevens, there is no limit. Because of the recession, Diana, Alori's mother is unable to find work after being injured on the job. Finding a way to deal with the pain, Diana turns away from her children and instead turns to prescription drugs. Forced to support the addiction that her mother develops, Alori agrees to strip for money at club Black Diamond. The money was enough until her brothers and sisters are taken away from her mother and placed into custody by Child Protective Services. Not in a position to take care...

Due to a broken heart, Trina Mitchell became an opportunist in every sense of the word. It was always "Fuck niggas, get money," but when she meets Jonah Lee, leader of the Rich Gang, she falls head over heels in love with his fat pockets and endless influence. Jonah was a pillar for all those around him, but he poisoned the same community he tried so desperately to save, and Trina never saw his vision until it was too late. After a tragic loss for the Rich Gang, she unsuspectingly replaces Jonah as leader hoping that his legacy would live on through her, but she soon finds out that love,...

When the weight of the world becomes too much to carry even the strong are broken. Jewel Sanchez tried to remain the strength for all those around him, but after losing his mentor Golden Smith, he soon finds his weakness. Targeted by the Sacramento PD and rival gang GMB, he struggles to keep his head up in the midst of his divided brothers. When Jewel's worst nightmare comes true, will he be able to lead the M.A.C. Boys out of darkness? Or will those closest to him be consumed?

Tony Jones was bred into a life that he could not control. He vowed to walk in the steps of his father to keep his family accustomed to the life they used to have, but no matter how hard he tried, he would never be Anthony Jones, Sr. After serving over ten years in prison, Anthony planned to rebuild his empire with his two sons by his side, but Tony had other plans. With the opportunity of a lifetime in clear view, Tony finally found his path in life outside of Anthony's shadows, but he wasn't so sure that his father was willing to let go.

Jasmine Young was head over heels in love with her boyfriend of four years, Tarrell Coleman-or so she thought until she caught him in bed with another woman in the home they shared together. Finally finding the nerve to take her independence back, Jasmine decides to get a place of her own with her best friend Chantae to get away from all the drama. Over the course of trying to get over Tarrell, Jasmine quickly develops a friendship with June Robertson. The two connect instantly, and after one fateful night, she realizes that he's the one who's been there all along and not Tarrell. Ready to...

All Tamara Wright had in this world was her family...that was until she met Snake. Tired of her mother's rigid rules, she grew hungry for her freedom when she finally noticed the world that was all around her. Throwing caution to the wind, Tamara runs right into the arms of her awaiting lover and soon finds out that everything that glitters with Snake is not gold once he's taken away from her for good. Caught up in the flashing lights and fast life, Tamara finds herself falling in love...with only the money, and through Snake's guidance, "Bossy Monroe" is born. At 17, Tamara found herself...

Just when you think you know who to trust, the tables are turned. At only 15, Jewel Sanchez unknowingly dedicated himself to the streets when he left home and joined the M.A.C. Boys. As the years went on, he learned what it meant to lose those closest to him, but in the process, he gained so much more-making him a target to many. With Jewel back in charge and his boys Sacario and Hassan by his side, he is ready to take on the world more determined than ever, that is until a hit is put out on his head. This time Jewel is not so forgiving and makes sure that his enemies realize that their...