“For every door that’s been opened to me, I’ve tried to open my door to others. And here is what I have to say, finally: Let’s invite one another in. Maybe then we can begin to fear less, to make fewer wrong assumptions, to let go of the biases and stereotypes that unnecessarily divide us. Maybe we can better embrace the ways we are the same. It’s not about being perfect. It’s not about where you get yourself in the end. There’s power in allowing yourself to be known and heard, in owning your unique story, in using your authentic voice. And there’s grace in being willing to know and hear others. This, for me, is how we become.” – 4/5 stars!

Attention! This book contains: politics, piano lessons, basketball games, Easter egg hunting, pride, the Queen of England, Beyoncé, travelling, the military, racism, the Secret Services, law school, grief, children, opportunities, elections, motherhood, healthy eating and living at the White House.

In a life filled with meaning and accomplishment, Michelle Obama has emerged as one of the most iconic and compelling women of our era. As First Lady of the United States of America—the first African American to serve in that role—she helped create the most welcoming and inclusive White House in history, while also establishing herself as a powerful advocate for women and girls in the U.S. and around the world, dramatically changing the ways that families pursue healthier and more active lives, and standing with her husband as he led America through some of its most harrowing moments. Along the way, she showed us a few dance moves, crushed Carpool Karaoke, and raised two down-to-earth daughters under an unforgiving media glare.

In her memoir, a work of deep reflection and mesmerizing storytelling, Michelle Obama invites readers into her world, chronicling 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 unerring honesty and lively wit, she describes her triumphs and her disappointments, both public and private, telling her full story as she has lived it—in her own words and on her own terms. Warm, wise, and revelatory, Becoming is the deeply personal reckoning of a woman of soul and substance who has steadily defied expectations—and whose story inspires us to do the same.

Even though I’m not an american citizen myself, I have always respected Barack and Michelle Obama. And now, after reading this book, I feel like I respect them even more – not only as professionals but as human beings.

I remember thinking a few years ago that Michelle should run for office. But now, after reading her autobiography, I finally understood that it would never happen. And I honestly can’t blame her. Keep in mind that even though it is mentioned frequently, this is NOT a book about politics or the ex-president’s term. It’s a book about a woman and her family, growing up and helping others – becoming.

This is a very honest and inspirational biography in my opinion. I cried. A lot. The feeling of pride, love and hope I felt while reading this made me so incredibly happy. This book reminded me that there are still good people out there that genuinely care about others and actively work to make the world a better place. I listened to the audiobook version and I’m glad Michelle is the one telling her own story!

Michelle is the intelligent, caring, confident, strong woman I could only dream of being one day.

xoxo,