The Set Up

Growing up in Cleveland, Ohio, Denarius Payne has his mind set on following in his big brother’s footsteps and join the Army. Like any other teenager, he also has a thirst for money. Raised by a single parent without the help of government assistance, Ms. Payne did all she could to raise her kids. It was hard being a woman trying to raise a man without a man. Denarius became influenced by an older homie in the hood to make a couple of extra dollars. When those few dollars on the side turns into a felony, his entire life is derailed. Page by page, ’The Set Up’ will take you straight to the streets, and the author Marcus Payne pulls no punches in telling this gritty story. The streets is cold, the game is colder, and there is no honor and loyalty amongst the players that’s so called playing... Welcome to ’The Set Up!’ 3