Our review of : Who Do I Think I Am?

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, [...]

In 1942, nine Jewish women banded together in an attic in Nazi Germany to resist the evils of the Holocaust. This is their story—of courage, defiance, and strength in the face of unimaginable terror. The Nine tells the remarkable tale of these brave women who risked everything to save themselves and each other during one [...]

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. [...]

The Splendid and the Vile tells the story of Winston Churchill’s tumultuous year as Prime Minister during World War II. Told through the lens of his close family, this book offers an intimate glimpse into Churchill’s daily life while also highlighting his steadfast determination in guiding Britain through its darkest hour. With a mix of [...]

In this captivating and touching memoir, Stanley Tucci takes readers on a culinary journey that spans continents, cultures, and generations. From his grandmother’s kitchen in Calabria to the fires of Le Cordon Bleu in Paris to the set of The Hunger Games films—where he perfected such dishes as President Snow’s lobster bisque—Tucci shares intimate stories [...]

In this riveting biography, Ashlee Vance tells the tale of Elon Musk, one of the greatest businessmen in history. From his humble beginnings as a young computer hacker to his current status as CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, we follow Musk’s meteoric ascent to success while also exploring his many failures along the way. With [...]

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone is a riveting and introspective memoir by Lori Gottlieb that delves deep inside the worlds of therapy and mental health. In frank, personal prose, Gottlieb examines her own life as well as those of her patients – exploring what drives people to seek help in the first place, how [...]

Born a Crime is the unforgettable story of one man’s coming-of-age, set during the twilight of apartheid and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed. Trevor Noah’s unlikely path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. His mother, a white Swiss woman, risked everything [...]

“Becoming” is the highly anticipated autobiography of former First Lady Michelle Obama. In her memoir, Obama reflects on her personal journey from girlhood to womanhood, recounting the significant moments that have shaped her life. She offers a candid account of growing up in Chicago and being raised by a working-class family; attending Princeton and Harvard [...]

Empire of the Summer Moon tells the extraordinary story of Quanah Parker, the last great Comanche chief, and his people during and after the Texas War for Independence. S.C. Gwynne vividly brings to life remarkable events that have long been obscured by mythmaking and stereotypes about America’s olden days on the frontier. For who is [...]

In Vanderbilt, Anderson Cooper tells the story of one of America’s most famous dynasties. From its origins as a transportation empire to its current status as a powerful player in finance and media, Vanderbilt offers an intimate look at the richly textured lives of this remarkable family. Through anecdotes and interviews with relatives on all [...]

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 [...]