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Welcome to Read This Book, the newsletter where I recommend a book you should add to your TBR, STAT! I stan variety in all things, and my book recommendations will be no exception. These must-read books will span genres and age groups. There will be new releases, oldie but goldies from the backlist, and the classics you may have missed in high school. Oh my! If you’re ready to diversify your books, then LEGGO!!
Former President Barack Obama’s highly-anticipated memoir is slated for release tomorrow. It is the first installment of a two-part volume spanning Obama’s political career from the beginning through his first presidential term. A Promised Land is sure to be on top of the bestseller lists for weeks following an historic presidential election where America elected the first Black woman to be the 46th Vice-President and Obama’s second in command, Joe Biden, is now the President-Elect. While I expect nothing short of an excellent read from President Obama’s A Promised Land. Today, I am recommending the other Obama’s must-read memoir.
Becoming by Michelle Obama
Michelle Obama has emerged as one of the most compelling women of our era. As the first Black woman to serve as First Lady of the United States of America, Michelle Obama helped create the most welcoming and inclusive White House in history, established herself as a powerful advocate for women and girls around the world, encouraged her fellow Americans to embrace healthier and more active lifestyles, and raised two daughters under the unforgiving glare of the media.
In her first memoir, Michelle Obama invites readers into the world that shaped her. Becoming chronicles Mrs. Obama’s life from her childhood in the South Side of Chicago to the years she balanced motherhood and a demanding executive job to her time residing at the world’s most famous address with everything in between.
I am not one for reading memoirs and biographies, but I couldn’t wait to read the words of America’s first Black First Lady. Yes, after all of these years, it is mind-blowing we are still celebrating firsts. I’m happy to say Becoming was engaging from beginning to end. For me, Michelle Obama was the best First Lady and Becoming helped solidify that opinion. Reading Becoming inspired me to cultivate my strengths and strive to reach my fullest potential. Anyone who reads her memoir will certainly feel the same.
Becoming made me laugh out loud and even shed a few tears. Whether you’re a Michelle Obama Stan or a hater, there is something in this memoir for you. It will either make you appreciate Mrs. Obama’s grace and optimism, or it will entice you to devour every piece of content she creates. Either way, you’re welcome.
Until next time bookish friends,
Katisha
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