The Coldest Winter Ever - by Sister Souljah (Paperback)

About the Book

The renowned hip-hop rebel and political activist captures the allure and the danger of Brooklyn's streets in this stunning debut novel about the daughter of a drug lord. This special collector's edition features a Reader's Guide from the author.

Book Synopsis

A New York Times Bestseller
A USA TODAY Bestseller

Nominated as one of America's best-loved novels by PBS's The Great American Read

"50 Most Impactful Black Books Of The Last 50 Years" --Essence

Renowned hip-hop artist, political activist, and bestselling author of Life After Death brings the streets of New York to life in a powerful and utterly unforgettable first novel.

I came busting into the world during one of New York's worst snowstorms, so my mother named me Winter. Ghetto-born, Winter is the young, wealthy daughter of a prominent Brooklyn drug-dealing family. Quick-witted, sexy, and business-minded, she knows and loves the streets like the curves of her own body. But when a cold Winter wind blows her life in a direction she doesn't want to go, her street smarts and seductive skills are put to the test of a lifetime. Unwilling to lose, this ghetto girl will do anything to stay on top.

Featuring a Special Collector's Edition Reader's Guide--including an author Q&A, detailed character analyses, and the author's own remarks about the meaning of her story.

Review Quotes

[Souljah] spread[s] messages that are clear, concise, and true to the game.
-- The Source

Intriguing....Souljah exhibits a raw and true voice.
-- Publishers Weekly

Sister Souljah has taken her talents from the stage to the page.
-- Essence

The #1 author of the hip-hop generation.
-- Sean P. Diddy Combs

Winter is nasty, spoiled, and almost unbelievably libidinous, and it's ample evidence of the author's talent that she is also deeply sympathetic.
-- The New Yorker

Winter is precious, babacious, and as tough as a hollow-point bullet.
-- Salon.com

About the Author

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."