In her memoir, a work of deep reflection and mesmerizing storytelling, Michelle Obama chronicles 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 honesty and wit, she describes her triumphs and her disappointments, both public and private, telling her full story as she has lived it.
This book is not about politics, though it has political experiences. It is about growing up, first loves, passing the Bar exam, marriage, motherhood, and being in the amazing and terrifying position of First Lady. Listening to Michelle Obama read about her trials and tribulations out loud on the audio version, I couldn’t help but feel inspired.
This book is so vital. It isn’t afraid to shed truth on instances one would rather gloss over. It provided me with a new perspective to assess the world around me. I was definitely awestruck to listen to a memoir of this caliber. I recommend this to readers who are interested in Michelle Obama’s life and what truly goes into the role of a First Lady.
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