That question is more complicated for women of color, and she shows us the moments that brought her to the understanding that “good enough” had to be better.īecoming is so much more than an autobiography. Her voice comes through clearly, with honesty, integrity, wisdom, humor, and the self-doubt that plagues so many women in their personal and professional lives. Related: “Walk the Walk, Sing the Song, Write the Book” By sharing her decision-making processes and her thoughtful evaluations of the outcomes of those decisions, we see how her mind – and heart – work. Unlike autobiographers who offer a sequence of events but little reflection along the way, Michelle is deeply introspective and the writing is journal-like at times. Like many other readers have said, I didn’t want the book to end. I slowed down as I got towards the end and savored the last few sections. I think I read the four-hundred twenty-eight book over four days. Her story is so rich, and the writing so heartfelt, she draws you in and you don’t want to leave. When it became available two months later, I thought I’d read the preface and dip into it here and there. I reserved it at my library when I had more time to read than I do now. The first thing to know if you’re thinking about reading Michelle Obama’s Becoming is that you shouldn’t let its bulky, doorstop appearance deter you.
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