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tannercurtis's review against another edition
4.0
An informative and entertaining look at the life and ascent of Nancy Pelosi, the most powerful woman in American politics.
mollyfischfriedman's review against another edition
4.0
A very well-written, well-researched, and enjoyable read. It's clear that Molly Ball put a lot of care into reporting and writing this book, and there were so many anecdotes that were perfectly placed and illuminative of Nancy Pelosi's outlook and attitude. Would love to see an addendum that goes through the 2020 as well.
codyboteler's review against another edition
2.0
A broad book that expertly covers Nancy Pelosi’s life. It has a clear narrative of her impressive political career. It’s got pages and pages of notes, so you know it’s well-reported.
But I just didn’t jive with the writing. It was narrative rather than journalistic, which I think was to its detriment. It painted Pelosi as a nearly flawless figure, rather than grappled with any of her difficult decisions, mistakes or regrets.
But I just didn’t jive with the writing. It was narrative rather than journalistic, which I think was to its detriment. It painted Pelosi as a nearly flawless figure, rather than grappled with any of her difficult decisions, mistakes or regrets.
shireybear09's review against another edition
5.0
YAS QUEEN!
I have so much to say I am rendered speechless. Thank you Molly Ball for an honest and fair biography for Pelosi. Now that’s an inspiration and a role model who is authentic, stays on the issue, and got shit done.Praise the lord for badass Nancy Pelosi!
“In the end it didn’t matter what they called her. In the end they did what she wanted.” OPERATIONAL queen indeed.
I have so much to say I am rendered speechless. Thank you Molly Ball for an honest and fair biography for Pelosi. Now that’s an inspiration and a role model who is authentic, stays on the issue, and got shit done.Praise the lord for badass Nancy Pelosi!
“In the end it didn’t matter what they called her. In the end they did what she wanted.” OPERATIONAL queen indeed.
emily_sea's review against another edition
5.0
I seldom write reviews but WOW did Ball crush this book.
Detailed, exacting, measured reporting. The book is as much about Pelosi as it is about the daily functions of Congress.
Read this book for a deeper understanding of American governance.
Detailed, exacting, measured reporting. The book is as much about Pelosi as it is about the daily functions of Congress.
Read this book for a deeper understanding of American governance.
suzannekm's review against another edition
5.0
I knew from the recommendations that this was going to be an interesting book. I had not realized that I would become completely absorbed by it.
A tremendous piece of writing that doesn't fit neatly into a single category.
A tremendous piece of writing that doesn't fit neatly into a single category.