The Urgent Life: My Story of Love, Loss, and Survival
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The Urgent Life: My Story of Love, Loss, and Survival
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Mama Jada Mama Jada –
Maria anthony –
I’ve never felt so many emotions reading a book.
The journey of love, struggle, grief, pain, grit, and survival all wrapped up in a 300 page bio – I applaud @badassboz for putting it ALL out there… her utmost true authentic badass self!This book will leave you feeling grateful, motivated, and inspired to live life to the fullest every single day!!#theurgentlife
Bree –
What a beautiful and inspiring story. I throughly enjoyed every line and I can’t wait to see what she’s doing next.
Kindle Customer –
I loved the gems shared, the honesty with which the book was shared. The reminder that life has it’s lows, but also has it’s highs and that we can learn from every situation.
Kindle Customer –
I love the book and the honest way it is wriiten. Thank you Boz for sharing your story. Your bravery and authenticity … wow.
Folake Taylor –
Can’t remember the last time I read a book in 2.5 days. Couldn’t put it down. And it was on Kindle and not Audible, which usually would help me cheat. I actually read the words.Riveting!As a British-Nigerian-American, with roots from Nigeria, I could so relate to the culture.I understand what having a child does to a marriage, even without looming grief from prior loss. But it was so real and it drew me in so deeply that I was angry at the midpoint of the book.Why was she so focused on the negatives? My marriage was rocky in those early baby years. But trauma often robs us of perspective. And that’s what I saw looking at the big picture.But I was so relieved that she finally got it. Illness puts life in perspective. Whether it’s yours or someone else’s close to you.Gratitude it is.After a decade of chronic illness, I live life urgently too. But my urgency is in being, not doing. It’s in slowing down to savor each moment. Each experience. In that way, I’m also living the width of my life now and not just the length of it, because for a while, I just knew that length wasn’t going to be for me.Highly recommended read.
SBH –
The story flowed so smoothly. Kept me pulled in because of the choice of words and sentences that were chosen perfectly to tell the story.
Afua SamAfua Sam –
First of all, you are an AMAZING writer Miss Bozoma!! And I LOVE this book. It came at the perfect time for me because I have been having a hard time with my own Grief.As a Ghanaian American, I connected with the culture and family aspect of the book. But most importantly, this book helped me in my own grief.As someone who has lost my Dad,brother, sister, and then my Mom recently,who was like both parents to me most part of my life, has been difficult. This book has help me to be able to deal with my situation betterAnd for that I’m Grateful!I know it will help others just like me to get through their difficult times and go on to do AMAZING Things.Thank you, Bozoma, for this book. It felt like it was written for me
MJ –
This book is amazing. The raw vulnerability , the glimpse into her healing journey, the Bad Ass Boss moves. Staying true to her knowing, no matter how painful. This book, her life !, is an inspiration to all to keep going. Keeping living with urgency and tenacity.
Cheryce Annette Noblet –
Loved this book
Vero –
Title sums it all! This story is another reminder of the importance to live life intentionally and make every moment count.
ST –
There are so many things to say about Bozoma’s riveting first publication, ‘The Urgent Life’.Prepare yourself to travel with her as she chronicles all her experiences – the ups, the downs and the in-between.I appreciated her vulnerability and how she accepted her mistakes reminding us all that we are not perfect. The book is not only captivating but also rousing, while being cathartic. While you will be glued to this book, take the time to learn from her experiences and truly embrace daily the need to live each day urgently.The only thing missing for me is her visiting my island home as part of her book tour.
Kindle Customer –
I discovered your book during an interview on CBS. The title intrigued me as I had just settled into my grief. All the guests were gone home and it was just me and my Thoughts. While reading I’ve highlighted several passages to refer to when needed. Thank you for sharing your story, Bozoma Saint John
Nancy J Roy –
It’s a love story about everything. Romance, family, friends, career and loving life. Inspiring, sad and entertaining. I hope she writes a sequel so I can keep up with all she does
Ihuwizeye Gloria –
This is a very beautiful,poignant story about love,losses, grief and still, a story about enjoying life. I follow Bozoma online and I could never imagine that she went through what she went trough because her content is positive,upbeat and lifting.I more than enjoy this book, she is so honest, she doesn’t sugarcoat things and I love it. I highly recommend this book
Ethan –
I came across the author during 2020 when Kourtney Kardashian allowed Bozoma Saint John control her IG during the George Floyd Protests and Riots. This was an amazing book, and I felt like I was in the room with her at times. I laughed, I gasped, and I shed tears! Like a previous review stated, the book goes back and forth from the past to the journey of her marriage. I personally don’t think the sequence is confusing, but I can see it being a turnoff for some readers. I really enjoyed how raw she was with her experiences and what she felt. It’s amazing to know what she persevered through. So much more I could say, but I don’t want to do an analysis!
Susan Melton –
Wow. This book was impossible to put down. Beautifully written, impossible to forget. Inspiring and honest story of a woman navigating some of life’s hardest challenges and thriving in the end. Great life lessons in this book.Hoping her next book is about her career, because that would be another very intriguing story.
Michelda Watson –
Great book! I couldn’t put it down!! I enjoyed the way the author tells her stories and shares what she learned through them. Such a powerful way to live each day!
I. Denise Smith –
Intensive read. Honest and revealing. Captures and keeps your attention.
Krystle I.Krystle I. –
Through the intimate lenses of tragedy and triumph intricately laced with moments of laughter, affirmation, and self-reflection, Bozoma Saint John invites us into her journey through life while becoming one of the most inspirational and influential women in the world. This book is a blueprint and an URGENT must-read for anyone wanting to learn how to navigate life despite unexpected challenges and devastating losses.
supershop –
I haven’t been so moved by a book in a long time. You must read this. This book is life enhancing.
Queenessiey –
I live this book so much!!! Saint Bozoma is truly a gem, I’m in love
Theresa Marshall –
I couldn’t put the book down until I finished it. Raw. Honest. Beautiful. Thank. You. For. Writing and sharing your story.
Doris Bailey –
They loved it
Marta Moore –
I learned of Bozeman from an interview with SWAY in the morning. I was listening at work and her story was so interesting so I downloaded the book. Page turner, tear jerker. Beautiful work!
TDixon –
A story of how the Grace of God leads us through the valley to the stillness. Thank you Bozoma for your vulnerability and honesty.
Lena-L –
This story touched me in so many ways. Bozoma is an inspiration and a trailblazer, marching to the beat of her own drum. The stories are real and relatable, jumping between times and places but bringing it all together beautifully. The lesson is to live life to the fullest, with all the good and bad, and taking none of it for granted.
Kiki –
As an ambitious black woman, married to a white man, I felt very seen reading this book. There are some situations and feelings I have had, that I have never been able to put in words or explain. I also don’t think we have enough books by ambitious black women that cover themes outside of how they succeeded at work. I am grateful for this book’s existence and making me (and I’m sure so many others) feel seen.Mrs. Saint John’s straight forward way of writing made it easy to be engrossed in her story and feel the emotions conveyed in the book. I highly recommend this book, especially to ambitious women everywhere!
L.W. –
Brilliant writing
Yvonne –
This book was captivating from the first page! You would expect that a memoir from the powerhouse executive that is Bozoma Saint John would be heavily focused on her rise to the top but this was about real and relatable experiences including IMMENSE loss and grief. Her story is inspiring because this is a book about resilience. Moving on in faith and urgency despite the inevitable grief that comes with a journey. This book is a must-read for anyone that has breath! It’s compelling, well-written and life-changing!
Pikachu –
I really enjoyed the beginning, there was a cliff hanger and it was interesting from the start, never read a memoir before but the pace felt like a fiction book, because it was exciting. This is book taught me a lot, especially towards the end. This book will keep me going in the future.
LCrr2500 –
I am so grateful that Bozoma shared her life story in such a raw, captivating and authentic way! I read this in one day – I simply could NOT put it down (and I run a business, have a baby and a toddler…). This book is simply MAGNIFICENT and Bozoma is a true inspiration. If you have been looking to light up a flame in you, look no further, read this book and live life URGENTLY!
Beth Witzak –
I listened to the audible version of the book and it was so powerful to hear Bozoma Saint John read it. The Urgent Life is one of the best memoirs I’ve read and truly an inspiring story. I’ve never listened to a book and then bought the print version, but that is what I am doing with this one. There were so many great life lessons that I need to see them.
viktor –
Great investment!
Haley jeffrey –
I’ve seen almost all of her YouTube videos and listened to most of the podcasts she’s been on, so I thought there might not be much left for me to know. However, this is a deep and honest biography that is riveting. I loved it! I also loved how her different stories were woven throughout the chapters. Almost like a movie. Now I want Bozoma to write a self-help book with all the wisdom she has from all the experiences she’s been through!
Lady Bates –
Thank you for sharing your experience in such raw form. I felt like I was going through some of your many challenging days with you.Moving forward, I hope to also live my life urgently with my loved ones x
Kindle Customer –
I have mad respect for this author. Her story is powerful and I love her writing. Her read of the audio book is outstretched.
Nisa Ali –
I haven’t had time to read the book yet, but I’m happy I purchased it. I gave it 5 stars, because I know it’s going to be good, because I enjoy the authors videos on YouTube
M. Hubbard –
I’m in awe by the task of writing about Bozoma Saint John. When I heard/saw her name written in one of the titles of “Just B” podcast, I thought she had invented her name. Then I learned her story. After revisiting her story by listening to two additional podcasts that had her as the guest speaker, I said “Okay! I’ll read her book.”
Bozoma’s written her life has thus far included honesty, openness to spirituality, resilience, and determination. She has gained wisdom from her life experience. Bozoma has learned the following from loss: “From…, I’ve learned to defy boundaries… From…, I’ve learned that love is infinite… And from Peter, I learned to live life with urgency: to take the trip; to call a friend; to cut off the toxic person not next week, not next year, but as soon as the thought crosses my heart. I don’t delay. I don’t count on an unpromised future. It is gnawing, a knowing, that is sobering but also freeing.” (2023, p. 261-262). This is where the title of Bozoma’s book came from—it’s what Bozoma learned from Peter. “I’d always been impulsive, moved to action by my restlessness. But urgency is not reckless. It is intentional. It is listening to my gut, listening to God, then being fully present as I embrace each step of my journey.” (2023, p. 262). Urgency. Is. Not. Reckless. It. Is. Intentional. I hope you learn to live intentional so you can also be fully present as you embrace each step of your journey. 
Almond joy –
The author’s story of overcoming profound grief and loss to live fully, lovingly, and intentionally is recommended for anyone who is on a path of discovery and self-help. You will view the world through a more inspired lens after reading.
amy –
What a beautiful, heartbreaking memoir. Bozoma lets you in to her heart, life, failures and successes just like you are a friend. Peppered with wisdom and love, this is a must read.
Amazon Customer –
This book is an amazing read cover to cover. You will laugh, cry, feel inspired and forever be changed. An urgent like is a must read for all women, no matter the season of life.
Lucero –
This is by far my favorite read of 2023 so far . It made me cry made me laugh . It was so relatable and healing
Allison –
This book was extremely compelling; I read it in two sittings
s l. –
Beautifully moving and inspiring story. Impossible to put down. I read the whole book in one evening. I hadn’t heard of her before reading this but feel I know her intimately now. Searingly honest at all times.
Cathy Lindsey –
I read this book in less than a week. You will go away with the knowledge of what is really important in life.
DelRae Messer –
A beautiful memoir that will empower you to own your story, authenticity, and will raise your value of responsibility to create connection and impact. Boz embodies transformational leadership with her emphasis on bold, brave and daring messages that create change. Highly recommended!
Anne-Lyse –
This book is simply amazing. In this memoir, Bozoma gives us insight into her journey and the life changing losses she overcame to get to where she is. The first word that came to mind after finishing this book was WOW, the second one one DESERVINg. I was captivated from the first page and sometimes surprised of how transparent Boz was in the book.Loss is an important part of life but rising higher after each loss is a choice that one must make that requires courage and faith. Buy this book if you want to be inspired to accomplish anything.
Olivia –
I have followed Bozoma’s career and count her as a personal inspiration of mine. I knew little of her personal story and preordered this one right away.Bozoma tells her story with such raw emotion. I really enjoyed this book for an inside look at this powerhouse of a woman and executive, and a chance to hear her story. This story was uplifting, emotional, heartbreaking, and inspirational all at one. I’d love to write more about it, but my words are failing me and don’t seem to do justice to this book. In short, buy it! A story you won’t soon forget.
SD –
This is one of the best autobiographies I have read. Just brilliant!!! Dont hesitate, just order
Ten –
This memoir was very inspiring and gave so much perspective through Boz’s authenticity. I cannot express enough how motivating reading this book was. I could not put it down!!!! It’s exceptional. I love to see black women winning and this one was a win!!!
Mara –
I lost my mother this past January, reading this book gave me strength that if she could pull through after experiencing many significant losses….there is hope for me to move on and to be better…
Cynthia –
I love that the author was straight forward about her role in the painful experiences in her relationship. She did not try to cover-up her true feeling even if they would not be considered to be kind or loving in the eyes of others. The truthfulness of the author prompted me to face my own true feeling about myself. It’s a must read.
Tamara Criss –
This riveting memoir grips you from start to finish. You will feel as though you are walking alongside Bozoma as she traverses and expertly narrates many of her life’s most transformative seasons—seasons of heartwarming joy, unquestionable miracles, and debilitating sorrows. And you will find that the wisdom & vulnerability Bozoma shares throughout her journey leaves an imprint on your being that persists long after you have turned the final page of this memoir.
Veonne –
This book was one of the most transparent and inspirational books I’d read. The fact that Bozoma allowed us to not only have a ringside seat at her victories but also her scars, fears and challenges. I thought I knew a lot about her however, this book took me to a whole other level. The suspense, emotions, integrity etc. were such cliff hangers, I could hardly pause for a much needed break. Boz’s life is nothing short of God’s miraculous tapestry and I am honored that she allowed me to witness a segment of it through this beautifully written biography. Thank you Boz!Vanessa Colclough
Shana C.Shana C. –
An inspiring life story of resilience. #badassBoz job well done!
Kindle CustomerKindle Customer –
Wow! Just wow! Thank you for sharing this part of your life journey. Beautiful lesson of not just surviving but thriving!
kbubbleskbubbles –
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I’ve been following Bozoma on socials and LinkedIn for a bit, and was familiar with some of the better known aspects of her life but getting a deeper dive into all that has lead her to be the leader that she is is amazing. I also really enjoy the non linear writing style switching between stories from childhood then back to adulthood like flashbacks and flash forwards. Granted, I’m only on chapter 4, but I’ve already learned so much about her thru these few chapters and cannot wait to read the rest.
Ashwini Yelne –
BOZ has had an eventful life and this is such an inspiring biography. She was not served with all fame in a plate but worked towards it in adverse conditions.Nice book
D –
Great book. So glad I ordered this one
CustomerCustomer –
Thanks to Boz for writing this real story. It’s important to look beyond the surface of one’s life. The Urgent Life is a book that will encourage you to live your best life at all times. Boz pours her heart into the book. I hope that readers will gain a perspective of resilience and optimism after reading. Congrats Boz! You make us proud.
Kindle Customer –
Boz is the real boss! I read this book on the train couple times and fought the urge to cry. I almost missed my stop couple times due to its deepened. I have a huge level of respect for her resilience and tenacity. I’m on the journey of living my urgent life .