Our review of : Icarus Syndrome

If you’re looking for Hollywood insider stories straight from the horse’s mouth, then look no further than Greenlights. This book tells the rags-to-riches story of Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey, from his days as a lowly college kid to becoming one of Tinseltown’s most sought-after stars. Along the way, he dishes on all kinds of [...]

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings is a 1969 autobiography by American poet Maya Angelou. The book tells her life story up to age 17, including her experiences with racism and sexual assault. Written in installments for both The New York Times Magazine and Ms. magazine, it was first published on October 4, 1970, [...]

In the 1920s, members of the Osage Indian Nation in Oklahoma were killed one by one. Some said that it was because they had become rich from oil drilling on their land; others whispered about a curse. Investigators at the time could not solve these crimes, but author David Grann resurrects this shocking chapter in [...]

Tara Westover is the youngest of seven children born to survivalists in the mountains of Idaho. She spent her childhood preparing for the end of the world, learning how to shoot guns and stockpile food. When she was seventeen, her family moved out of the mountains and into civilization, where she discovered education-and a new [...]

In Love is a powerful, moving memoir from acclaimed author Amy Bloom. This intimate and heart-wrenching story tells the story of one woman’s journey through love and loss, charting both the highs and lows of her life as she experiences romantic relationships, becomes a mother, and deals with the death of her father. Honest, insightful, [...]

This book tells the story of Bill Gross, who became known as the “Bond King” during his time as a bond trader at PIMCO. It chronicles his rise to power and subsequent fall from grace, culminating in his firing from PIMCO after a series of poor investment decisions. For who is this book for ? [...]

When Masha Gessen was a teenager in the Soviet Union, she dreamt of being Vladimir Putin. She even wanted to marry him. A few decades later, when Putin had finally consolidated his power as Russia’s president-for-life and started hunting down his enemies, Gessen realized how dangerous it was to have such a man with such [...]

Marie Yovanovitch’s Lessons from the Edge is a riveting memoir about her extraordinary 33-year career as a diplomat. From serving in war zones to negotiating with world leaders, she has been tested time and again. This unflinchingly honest account shows what it takes to thrive under high pressure and volatility – and how we can [...]

Who Do I Think I Am? is a biography of comedian and actress Anjelah Johnson-Reyes. The book tells the story of her life, from her childhood in San Jose, California to her rise to fame as an internet sensation. Anjelah reveals the behind-the-scenes stories of how she created some of her most popular characters, such [...]

The Unseen Body is a fascinating journey through the hidden wonders of human anatomy as experienced by Dr. Jonathan Reisman. It offers readers an intimate and insightful look at the inner workings of the human body, from muscle to bone, nerve to organ. Interspersed with personal stories detailing his own experiences as a doctor, Dr. [...]

Not All Diamonds and Rosé is an unauthorised biography of the Real Housewives franchise, based on interviews with the women themselves. It tells the story of how these wealthy socialites became reality TV stars, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at what happens when cameras start filming. From feuds to affairs, from plastic surgery to financial [...]

When Bob Odenkirk was just starting out in the comedy world, he met an outrageous and unpredictable performer named Richard Belzer. The two bonded over their love of improvisational theater and soon became great friends. This book tells the story of their decades-long friendship—a sometimes turbulent, always hilarious relationship that has lasted through good times [...]