Better Never Than Late by Chika Unigwe + Sweet Lips Wine Wine and Books Podcast

In this episode of the Wine and Books podcast, we discuss Better Never Than Late by the amazing Chika Unigwe, paired with a glass of sweet, fruity Sweet Lips red wine 🍷. This powerful short story collection explores the realities of migration through the lives of Nigerian immigrants in Belgium, people who leave behind careers, identities, and stability in search of “greener pastures,” only to face harsh truths, cultural barriers, and the struggle to rebuild from scratch. In this episode, we unpack key themes like migration vs. reality, grief, identity loss, and the complexities of love, sacrifice, and power in relationships. From stories of women finding their voices and reclaiming control to deeply emotional moments like Oge’s grief and Prosperous’ journey to rediscover herself, we explore both the pain and resilience woven through the book. We also touch on difficult topics like exploitation, cultural differences, religious extremism, and the emotional cost of starting over, while asking important questions about love, loyalty, and self-worth. If you enjoy thought-provoking conversations about books, life, and everything in between, this episode is definitely for you. Don’t forget to listen, share your thoughts, subscribe to the podcast and share with your friends 🎧 Want to share a review? : ⁠https://wine-and-books.vercel.app/sha... Be a member of the pod: ⁠https://wine-and-books.vercel.app/con... Subscribe to our newsletter: https://wineandbookss.substack.com/?r...