Scenes from a Sistah

by Lolita Files

Misty Fine and Reesy Snowden, best friends since second grade, share at least two common goals - having fun and finding Prince Charming. As their careers rise and fall and men come and go, they embark on a series of adventures across America.

Genres: Fiction, African American, African American Literature, Womens Fiction, Contemporary, Chick Lit, Romance

288 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

Lolita Files is an American author, screenwriter, and producer whose work spans fiction, nonfiction, and television. She is the author of six bestselling novels, including the popular book club titles Scenes from a Sistah and Child of God. Her novel sex.lies.murder.fame was optioned for film, with Files adapting the screenplay. She also coauthored Once Upon a Time in Compton with former Compton Gang Unit detectives Timothy M. Brennan and Robert Ladd, a nonfiction account of their years navigating gang wars, the rise of Gangsta rap, and the investigations into the murders of Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G.
Files earned a degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Florida and is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority. Before turning to writing full time, she worked in corporate communications, marketing, and property management, experiences that influenced her early novels. Her path to publication began when she submitted short fiction and pages from Child of God to a major literary agency, resulting in immediate representation and her first book deal.
Based in Los Angeles, Files continues to write novels and nonfiction while developing and producing film, television, and new media projects.

Reviews

[new_user · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was pretty demm entertaining, LOL. I particularly loved the frank dialogue. Maybe it's because I don't read much women's lit, but somehow, I don't think I'd find as much unflinching discussion of sex elsewhere.

I do not say this easily since I heartily disapproved of one of the main characters and some of the views put forward, but I loved Scenes. It read like a soap opera. Forget predictable, I couldn't even predict the next line, LOL. It didn't require circus acts either. This book's pretty realistic, barring one or two moments. I love Rich Landey. I was rooting for him and Misty. I'm glad about the ending. Hopefully, Reesy will get a clue in the next book.

[Micky Blue Skies · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cannot find enough words to articulate how fabulous Scenes From A Sistah was. This book is about two best friends, their lives and relationships they find themselves in. I laughed hysterically as I read it. One night I was up until 3 a.m. reading it (when I had to get up at 6 a.m. for work) because I simply had to know what was going to happen next. I obsessed over this book so much that I would take it into the bathroom with me at work so I could continue reading it.

I HIGHLY recommend this book to any woman who needs a good laugh. I honestly believe that somewhere throughout the book you will see yourself in one or both of the characters. This makes for great girlfriend reading.

[Tamiko · Rating 1 out of 5]

Boring...stereotypical...

[Nikki · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was ok.

[Talithia · Rating 1 out of 5]

I'm sorry Ms. Files for the 1 Star. I just felt like nothing really happened in the book. I mean there were 4 pages on wax strips and why she needed them....the main character was underdeveloped in my opinion. I feel I knew more about her best friend. I didn't see any growth in either character. Maybe it's me...when I read the title Scenes from a Sistah, I expected some real dramatic story lines of the Sistah and her life but instead I got ...I don't know what I got. Maybe I will try another one of your books!? Mayyyyybe

[Valencia Quarles Shelby · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved the story. It was definitely a page turner. However, the ending is a cliff-hanger. I have questions. For example, what happens to Reesy? Does Misty ever find happiness? Does she ever get married? I need to KNOW!! (A bit exaggerated) Otherwise, this is a must read.

[Syieve Locklair · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice and cozy fun read. Friendly relationships and situations to which a lot of people can relate combined with Lolita's trademark humor.

[Cnl26 · Rating 2 out of 5]

DNF. I feel like the major events of the book were too far apart. In between them there was too much mundane detail that I kept skipping through. The good thing is that when the events happened they were interesting but the in between was too boring for me.

[Tracy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Light easy read, well written. Ok story .. 3 stars because of the style of writing, not the storyline.

[Tonya Mangum · Rating 4 out of 5]

Easy read. A step back in to the 1990's. Nostalgia

[Madlyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good read. A Funny and entertaining story.

[Jessica Terry · Rating 5 out of 5]

I fell in love with this book after two pages...it was so easy to read and I could NOT put it down. I've lost count of how many times I've read it...Misty really made me want to reach into the story and shake her, though! And I still to this day wish I had a friend like Reesy!

[Thelibraryismyfavoriteplace · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this book from the first few pages. I absolutely love the way the author writes, quite similar to how I would probably write if I had the talent. This is a mirror relationsip that I have with one of my girlfriends. I am Reesy. Love the book.

[Stanjay Daniels · Rating 4 out of 5]

A story about 2 black, successful women in the 90s, trying to navigate through dating, career and just plain old life! It was an interesting and easy read! It definitely had its share of drama...lots of drama! But I guess that's what makes for a real storyline and an entertaining book. 4 stars!

[Anita · Rating 5 out of 5]

You will laugh out loud!

[Nelly Lavaud · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVED LOVED LOVED IT. I read her while working at the Brooklyn Public Library! She isn't a bad author!

[Stasha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved it.

[Toshana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Classic!

[M Dawkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Misty and Reesy!!

[Kianaw · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good book! Not phenomenal, not poor, just good.I recommend for anyone who loves novels about Africa American urban life.

[Cerene · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great story line, can't wait to read the 2nd book.

[Stefanie Crawford · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first book I read by Lolita Files, and I enjoyed are page of this book. If you haven't read this book, you need too!!!!

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

This story is about two friends who are there for one another. A great summer read!!!!

[DEMCAEA LARKIN · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book years ago and really enjoyed it!!!