Carrying Fake Love: A personal story of pain, survival, and the era that shaped a generation

Makeda G. Kay's journey is one of survival, resilience, and unshakable determination. Growing up during the crack era, she learned early what it meant to fend for herself in a world that often offered little support. Her story isn't just about struggle, it's about strength, healing, and the power to rise above circumstances meant to break you.

With raw honesty and unflinching courage, Makeda shares her upbringing to remind readers that no one is truly alone. This book is a call to every Black woman to embrace her power, reclaim her story, and know that survival is only the beginning, thriving is the legacy.