In her highly anticipated first book, a work of deep reflection and mesmerizing storytelling, Michelle Obama invites readers into her world, chronicling the experiences that have shaped her – from her childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her years as an executive balancing the demands of motherhood and work, to her time spent at the world’s most famous address. With unerring honesty and lively wit, she describesher triumphs and disappointments, both public and private, telling her full story as she has lived it – in Her Own Words. Warmth and candor shine through every page of this beautifully written memoirs by one of America’s most iconic women.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for Michelle Obama’s fans. It is also perfect for readers who are interested in politics and social sciences.
Pros :
- A beautifully written memoirs by one of America’s most iconic women
- Warmth and candor shine through every page of this book
- The author writes about her experiences with honesty and wit
Cons :
- The writing is beautiful and the author manages to share deeply personal moments while still maintaining a sense of humor.
- The book feels very raw, honest, and authentic.
- It’s a great overview of Michelle Obama’s life thus far, but it doesn’t really offer any new insights or revelations.
Learn more about the author
Michelle Obama is the wife of former President Barack Obama and was First Lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017. She lives in Washington, D.C., with her two daughters, Malia and Sasha.
Reader Reviews
“Obama’s Becoming is an extraordinarily intimate and powerful account of one woman’s experience, from childhood to the pinnacle of world power. Obama opens up about her Michelle LaVaughn Robinson identity-the first generation child of a loving, hardworking family; the University of Chicago law student who becomes wife, mother, and First Lady; living in the White House for eight years.”
“Refreshingly candid, Obama tells the story of her triumphs and disappointments with unerring honesty and lively wit. She offers readers a compelling view into what it was like to be in one of the world’s most famous addresses.”
“It is beautifully written, with a warmth and candor that shines through every page.”
“Becoming is an extraordinarily intimate book. Michelle Obama invites readers into her world, chronicling the experiences that have shaped her – from her childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her years as an executive balancing the demands of motherhood and work, to her time spent at the world’s most famous address.”
