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Sister, Sister Kindle Edition
Valerie, Inda, and Chiquita are three women looking for love in Los Angeles.
Valerie became the perfect wife to please her husband, Walter, whose football career has gone nowhere—along with their marriage. Then she meets Daniel. Valerie's divorced sister, Inda, has Raymond, who has a hot body, smooth moves—and another girlfriend on the side. Now Inda's scheming to get even. After telling her last boyfriend to hit the road, Chiquita takes up with Thaddeus, Inda and Valerie's irresistible brother. Has Chiquita finally found a good man?
Sexy and in-your-face, Sister, Sister depicts a modern world where woman may have to alter their dreams, yet never stop embracing tomorrow.
“Brims with humor, outrageousness, and affection.”—Publishers Weekly
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherDutton
- Publication dateDecember 1, 1997
- Reading age18 years and up
- File size631 KB
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“Spirited...Dickey is a witty, observant cousin to such writers as Terry McMillan and Connie Briscoe.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Dickey imagines his characters with affection and sympathy...his novel achieves genuine emotional depth.”—Boston Globe
“Remarkable...Dickey is able to create believable female characters and to explore the 'sister, sister' relationship with genuine insight.”—Booklist
“[O]ne of the most successful Black authors of the last quarter-century.”—The New York Times
From the Back Cover
Meet Valerie. She became the perfect wife to please a husband whose career -- along with their marriage -- has gone nowhere. Meet Inda, Valerie's divorced sister. Her new man has a hard body, smooth moves -- and another girlfriend on the side. Then there's Chiquita. She thinks she's found the ideal man in Inda and Valerie's brother. But has she? Really? Three women. One's looking for passion. One's hot for revenge. And one's searching for something else entirely.
Totally fresh, true to life, and outrageously funny, Sister, Sister is an irresistible novel about modern women taking on the classic dilemma of love, never backing down, never giving in, and never giving up.
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- ASIN : B000OCXI4O
- Publisher : Dutton (December 1, 1997)
- Publication date : December 1, 1997
- Language : English
- File size : 631 KB
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 370 pages
- Page numbers source ISBN : 0451188020
- Best Sellers Rank: #215,306 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #1,722 in Sisters Fiction
- #2,427 in Black & African American Women's Fiction (Kindle Store)
- #2,549 in Short Stories Anthologies
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About the author
Eric Jerome Dickey (1961 - 2021) was the award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of 29 novels, as well as a six-issue miniseries of graphic novels featuring Storm (X-Men) and the Black Panther. His works, almost all with Dutton, include Sister, Sister (honored as one of Essence’s “50 Most Impactful Black Books Of The Last 50 Years”); Milk in My Coffee; the Gideon series; and Liar's Game, Thieves' Paradise, The Other Woman, and Genevieve (all nominated for NAACP Image Awards); as well as The Son of Mr. Suleman. His 2014 novel, A Wanted Woman, won the NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Literary Work.
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Customers find the book engaging and relatable. They enjoy the humorous and entertaining storyline that keeps them smiling throughout. Readers praise the well-developed characters and realistic pacing. The book offers good value for money, with no complaints about the condition.
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Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find it engaging, with a good plot twist and relatable characters. Many describe it as a real page-turner that can be read in a day or two.
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"...like a similar reality. this book is easy to read but that's the point." Read more
"...Sister, Sister is a quick, easy read but quite interesting with a heartwarming storyline, relatable for sistas of all walks." Read more
Customers enjoy the story. They find the plot engaging and the characters likable. The story is described as touching and life-changing, making it an easy read.
"...Sister, Sister is a quick, easy read but quite interesting with a heartwarming storyline, relatable for sistas of all walks." Read more
"The book was in excellent physical condition. The story was entertaining and a page turner." Read more
"Beginning is strong, dies down in the end. Nice story to remind you that there's light at the end of the tunnel. Be strong & you will get through." Read more
"I like this book. I love all his books. This story was realistic and hit home in some areas. Ready to start my next EJD book. Loved it" Read more
Customers enjoyed the book's humor. They found it entertaining and found themselves smiling through most of the story. The sisters were described as fun and the story of heartbreak and perseverance with comic relief was a great read.
"...Eric Jerome Dickey tells a story of heartbreak and perseverance with comic relief. A great read!" Read more
"...The book is a mixture of humor, satire, critical thinking, sadness and joy...." Read more
"A real page turner. Funny. I am sure everyone can relate or knows someone who went through some of this...." Read more
"...Loved the plot almost as much as the characters. The sisters were so fun. A great read." Read more
Customers enjoy the relatable and heartwarming storyline. They find it inspiring and realistic, with lifelike characters. The book is a page-turner that can be read in a day.
"...but quite interesting with a heartwarming storyline, relatable for sistas of all walks." Read more
"This book is a page turner, relatable, and can be read within a day or two. If you're into quick reads and love urban romance novels, you'll love it...." Read more
"...I disliked how SOME things were over described. Still a great, inspiring book. 😊..." Read more
"...I love all his books. This story was realistic and hit home in some areas. Ready to start my next EJD book. Loved it" Read more
Customers appreciate the characters' development.
"I liked the various personal perspectives of the characters and EJD gives each a distinct voice with background information that helps the reader..." Read more
"I could not put this book down. The characters were developed very well. I am about to order another one!" Read more
"...Eric Jerome gives such great descriptions of the characters and their lives you feel like you're apart of the story." Read more
"Loved this book!!!! The characters were so cool and life like. Totally recommend this book to everyone. Super good book" Read more
Customers enjoy the realistic pacing and writing style. They find the characters well-developed and emotional.
"...could write from the perspective of women with such emotion and reality. The book is a mixture of humor, satire, critical thinking, sadness and joy...." Read more
"...The inside looks good but wish it didn't already have writing on it." Read more
"...straight talk but some of the scenarios were over the top; still cool to imagine...." Read more
"It was OK. Not his best work. It was very much realistic...." Read more
Customers appreciate the book's value for money. They say the price is good for the condition.
"for the price it's a good deal. it's not too bad for younger readers use to baby talk videos all over the place...." Read more
"...This is my favorite Eric Jerome Dickey book. The price didn’t break the bank." Read more
"...I will purchase again and again!!! Your prices are awesome as well." Read more
"The price is good for the condition of the book. No complaints." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2024The condition of the book was brand new when I got it. The bottom is a little peeled after reading, which is totally my fault. As far as the storyline, this brings so much nostalgia. Eric Jerome Dickey tells a story of heartbreak and perseverance with comic relief. A great read!
The condition of the book was brand new when I got it. The bottom is a little peeled after reading, which is totally my fault. As far as the storyline, this brings so much nostalgia. Eric Jerome Dickey tells a story of heartbreak and perseverance with comic relief. A great read!
Images in this review - Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2021It amazes me how Eric Jerome could write from the perspective of women with such emotion and reality. The book is a mixture of humor, satire, critical thinking, sadness and joy. There are some pretty steamy sex scenes in this book, so if you’re sensitive to that( I skipped over those sections) then be advised. In addition, one of the characters processes her trauma which could potentially trigger the reader if they have been through something similar and haven’t dealt with it. I don’t say this to deter anyone away from reading, but for those whos hearts are still healing from mother wounds and/or a toxic relationship than it may stir up discomfort. However in conclusion, it’s a great read! I highly recommend!
- Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2023for the price it's a good deal. it's not too bad for
younger readers use to baby talk videos all over the
place. it deals with people finding themselves in a
very fast city. it has some moments that may seem
like a similar reality. this book is easy to read but
that's the point.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2024Arrived on time and was in perfect condition.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2021EJD is such a great author - always able to capture the spirit of his characters in a way that bleeds familiarity. Sister, Sister is a quick, easy read but quite interesting with a heartwarming storyline, relatable for sistas of all walks.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2023This is one of my favorite books but it’s also once of my books that I don’t quite like how it ends! But it’s a great read ! Get yours today
- Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2021Wasn't aware that it was used. Not happy with the writing inside the cover and on the top/bottom of pages. The inside looks good but wish it didn't already have writing on it.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2022The book was in excellent physical condition. The story was entertaining and a page turner.
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- anabela fontouraReviewed in the United Kingdom on July 21, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Happy customer
Great book was delivered really fast
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Bernadette ToureReviewed in France on March 12, 2016
5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing, inspiring and entertaining
Comment bien lire un livre sur les relations entre les filles / soeur. J'ai vraiment apprécié la lecture de ce livre. Eric Jerome Dickey ne m'a jamais déçu par ses romans. Celui-ci est certainement l'un de mes préférés.
- TMReviewed in the United Kingdom on August 29, 2015
5.0 out of 5 stars EJD - an excellent writer.
EJD pens a very good story. Different scenarios with different characters running all at the same time - keeps you gripped. Very prompt delivery. Item as advertised. Very good condition. Would recommend seller.
- ZeeReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 25, 2015
4.0 out of 5 stars Engaging storyline, but some of the characters are a bit weak
Those who are familiar with Eric Jerome Dickey's work, already know he is a master word-smith. He is also the king of drama, and this book did not disappoint. I however felt that some of the characters were not as fleshed out as they could be. The story moves along at a good pace, and the pages kept on turning. When I compared this book to some of the others of this author that I've read, it wasn't my favourite, but it was good.
- Twins07Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 11, 2014
5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant book
I loved this from the 1st page to the last, i did not want it to end and cannot wait to purchase another book by Jerome Dickey.