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Joy Deja King Semaj Character Analysis

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The name of the main character of Mafia Princes by Joy Deja King is Semaj. This name suits her personality for several reasons. Although Semaj is capable of charming someone she can sting like a bee. Semaj brings love and new starts, and she does attract money. However, this name contradicts her personality. She is not uncertain about her life, not easily bored, and she is not the best example of obeying the Lord. This name is good for her because she can charm and sting. In chapter one, to Big Pat, she appears to be charming and respectable when she says things like “And for the record, I’m independent.” And “I’ll give you my number though. Maybe when I get off work tomorrow we can go out somewhere. If that is cool with you”. She makes herself

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