Life After Death: A Novel

Written by Sister Souljah

Narrated by Nia Long

Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller
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The long-anticipated sequel to Sister Souljah’s million copy New York Times bestseller The Coldest Winter Ever.

Winter Santiaga hit time served. Still stunning, still pretty, still bold, still loves her father more than any man in the world, still got her hustle and high fashion flow. She’s eager to pay back her enemies, rebuild her father’s empire, reset his crown, and ultimately to snatch Midnight back into her life no matter which bitch had him while she was locked up. But Winter is not the only one with revenge on her mind. Simone, Winter’s young business partner and friend, is locked and loaded and Winter is her target. Will she blow Winter’s head off? Can Winter dodge the bullets? Or will at least one bullet blast Winter into another world? Either way Winter is fearless. Hell is the same as any hood and certainly the Brooklyn hood she grew up in. That’s what Winter thinks.

A heartwarming, heart-burning, passionate, sexual, comical, and completely original adventure is about to happen in real time—raw, shocking, soulful, and shameless. True fans won’t let Winter travel alone on this amazing journey.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
• Release date: Mar 2, 2021
• ISBN: 9781797119205

Sister Souljah

Sister Souljah is a graduate of Rutgers University. During her college years, she was known for her powerful voice, sharp political analysis, cultural allegiance, community organizing, and for her humanity. Post-graduation, Sister Souljah earned the love and support of her African American community by creating a national youth and student movement. She is credited for serving homeless families, creating academic, cultural, and recreational after-school programs, weekend academies, and sleep-away summer camps. Partnering with major mainstream celebrities, she provided her efforts free to all young people and families in need. A multidimensional woman, Souljah was the only female performing artist and voice of Public Enemy. She is also a wife and a mother. A storyteller who makes the entire world her home, she lives wherever she is “pushing her pen.”

Reviews for Life After Death

[ebonique starnes · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

I actually listened to this book in completion ever though I almost stopped about 20 times. I read The coldest winter ever when I was young and in school. I liked it then and (I assume) because I was young and young minded the story intrigued me. When I heard Sista Soulja was releasing a book about Midnight I was excited and went out and purchased CWE again to refresh my memory. Now that I am grown I could barely stomach Winter. She is so basic and vapid. As an adult who has lived life and experienced growth I realized that the constant description of the clothes cars and partying was silly and trite. This made me question the writing skills of Sista Soulja, but I digress. I had pre ordered Midnight so I felt that because the story in CWE was based on a teenage that the writing reflected the basicness (I know...not a word) of the characters. I felt that I should still give Midnight a chance. I started reading Midnight and again...more of the same. One dimensional characters who even though he was supposed to be deep and mysterious still fell flat on the pages...I didn’t finish it. So now years later part two of CWE comes out and again I have to give it chance. I decided that I would try the audio book just in case. That way someone else would be reading it and I couldn’t stop.... welp! I made it all the way through...ears bleeding and all. It was complete garbage. I don’t have one good word to say about it. I get that Sista is a devout Muslim but her writing makes me think she doesn’t even know anything about the faith other than what she read in a two page article in some magazine after an afterthought about religion. I can’t believe the publisher read this dribble and thought that it was good enough to publish. I can’t believe that Nia Long agreed to read it for the audiobook. I can’t believe I was dumb enough to make it to the end thinking that I would find one redeeming quality to make it have been worth the time and money I spent...

[ayana mackall campbell · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

All I can say is that I’m so disappointed ??

[Michelle Campbell · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

I was not at all what I had anticipated. Disappointed

[Abbey A · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

I was disappointed the book was all over the place

[Alexis · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Mixed emotions, just say very different. Some parts seem all over the place so you must pay attention

[Hope Patton · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

Wow. That’s honestly all I have to say. This journey was unnecessary.

[Jala Taylor · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

Loved Nia Long's reading. Winter's personal growth was very shallow and came to late towards the end. She is not really likeable anymore.

[Angel Salmond · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I'm glad I formed my own opinion, this book was great. At times it was hard to follow, I will admit, but I think it's because Sister Soulja's mind is so extraordinary. But I got the good vs evil battle. I thought the detail of everything was phenomenal. I was thoroughly impressed. I wish others would give this book a chance. Its actually amazing. It could also give a young person who struggles with their faith an idea of what the after life could possibly be like if we don't repent our sins.

[Janille Daniel · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I think people should really give this book a chance. The plot is not predictable, and I think this is why the reviews are all over the place, but I enjoyed.

This was my first audio book, and I have to say, Nia Long did an amazing job!

[Christen Allyssa · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

This was a really hard listen. I’m no quitter so I stuck it out. I love Nia Long but the narrator job was not good. There were too many descriptions of things that were not needed. The storyline is whack. I want a redo. Both writer and narrator are WAAAAAY more talented than this.

[Angela · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

Terrible. Worst book I have yet to read. I was so excited after all these years. So disappointing. Overall I was lost, confused and just plain irritated with the whole book. Do not recommend.

[Tiffany Houston McGraw · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow! Great ending ?. No spoilers here but the book will really give you some things to think about. If you are a believer that is.

[Tiffany Buchanan · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

Absolutely Horrible! Seriously, what was she thinking writing this crap....

[jeremy hinton · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

I'm disappointed 2hours in and I'm like wtf is this I guess her other book s had me expecting more trash no stars

[Angela White · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

Very hard read. If it wasn’t picked for my book club I don’t know that I would have finished it.

[Charlishia Singleton · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

This could have been so much more. It felt like the author was trying to push their religious beliefs instead of telling the story the way it could have been told. Do not recommend. I only finished to see if the end could redeem it and it did not.

[Breyana Funches · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I've always been a fan of Sista Soulja's writing. This book had the hood, grit and grime that you'd expect, but hold on to your hijab, head wrap or weave because she came with it on this one! Oh My Goodness!! This was a head banger! A definite MUST ? READ!!
You will see Winter Santiaga drug to the gates of hell and...that's all I'll say about that. Dive in and be ready.
Sista Soulja, I want a movie on this one and the whole serious.
YES, YESSS & YEEEESSSS!

Ajali Poet (Cassandria Funches)

[Jessica Woods · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Im mad. Like first of all, i love Nia, but the way she annunciated every word and how she kept saying satan... but i waited so long for this book, and im disappointed.

[tawanna harris · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

This book was horrible! I really tried to stick but out but I gave up a little after making it to chapter 5

[Rachelle McMillan · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Winter Santiaga’s story has always been a cautionary tale, although many saw Winter as an icon or idol. In Life After Death, Sistah Souljah extends that caution to a higher level. What are the eternal consequences for our actions? Can we live with the decisions that we make and the actions that we commit? Souljah reminds me of Toni Morrison or Zora Neale Hurston in that her stories are layered and have much to say within the story that is being told. Great read, if you are ready to think!

[precious love · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The details in this book is amazing, loved it ☺️

[Shoo Geeks · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Started of me a little disappointing and then got all kinds of weird but I couldn’t stop listening because I knew it would change for what we all being waiting for and it did. I wish it did a little bit sooner but I get get it I got the meaning and it ended well.

[statia hickey · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book was amazing. It was real and provided spiritual awakening.

[Krystle Johnson · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

That was so crazy I can’t even explain!!! Why, I tried...even made it though the hole book but that shit was stupid and out of control. If things have changed in her life (author ) and if she choose to go in different direction she should have written a new book!!!! This was some bullshit but I still got it and understood it!!

[Robert Willis · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved IT some parts were hard to listen too...I definitely think it is easier listening to than to read...It took a min to see Nia as Winter but I think she took me there by chapter 3 ...I loved the messages some hidden some right in your face....clearly different from last book but in 20 years the author has evolved into another person as we readers should also....thanking the most high for the CHANGE for the MERCY ❤??❤

[Cynthia Bassett · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

It did not compare to her other books, but it was an okay read. Nothing like what I expected and I am a true fan and have read all her books.

[linnsubscriptions · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Sister Soujah is SLICKKKKKKK! MUST READ. You won't regret it

[khaled mekadim · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

POWERFUL! I couldn’t stop listening. Thank you. Worth the wait!

[Korey Landry · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Way too many parts to make just one my fav.

[Tinnie Garlington · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Deep!! Very Deep indeed. Winters story is so relatable and I love the twists and turns and keeping me in edge anticipating the next chapter. I’ve read the Coldest Winter ever like 20 times and it never gets old. Wish there was an audio version of that one. This book awakens something inside of you that leaves you inspired to look at your life and make some real decisions