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katykelly's review
5.0
Articulate, honest, insightful and inspiring.
I've long been interested in hearing Michelle Obama's story, and finally got hold of a copy of the library audiobook, narrated by the author herself. And that really was the way to read this, with Michelle telling her own story.
Written soon after leaving the White House, she tells the warts-and-all story of her childhood, father's degenerative illness, experiences at school and with boyfriends, through to college and her the job as a lawyer where she met the perpetually-late-though-charming Barack.
This then becomes the story of how parents and a married couple and survives the world of politics, and never away from the heart of it is the story of a mother and wife, juggling demanding work with the needs of a young family.
I was touched and ending up grinning away at the proposal scene. Michelle's passion for education and female empowerment are strongly portrayed throughout. Feelings for certain other political figures aren't whitewashed. And the book also gives us a beautiful vision of a strong marriage of equals and vision of how to raise independent and intelligent young adults.
The political process of the American system is explained a little as Michelle discusses the elections her husband was involved in, quite an insight for someone across the pond. Even though we all of course know the results, I still felt the tension of the results.
Michelle Obama is a natural writer, and her story should inspire young people everywhere, across the gender/race spectrum. Your background, your origins shouldn't matter, she tells us, your will, desire to succeed and talent can take you where you want to go.
Fantastic listen, she's a wonder to listen to. Definitely a favourite autobiography.
I've long been interested in hearing Michelle Obama's story, and finally got hold of a copy of the library audiobook, narrated by the author herself. And that really was the way to read this, with Michelle telling her own story.
Written soon after leaving the White House, she tells the warts-and-all story of her childhood, father's degenerative illness, experiences at school and with boyfriends, through to college and her the job as a lawyer where she met the perpetually-late-though-charming Barack.
This then becomes the story of how parents and a married couple and survives the world of politics, and never away from the heart of it is the story of a mother and wife, juggling demanding work with the needs of a young family.
I was touched and ending up grinning away at the proposal scene. Michelle's passion for education and female empowerment are strongly portrayed throughout. Feelings for certain other political figures aren't whitewashed. And the book also gives us a beautiful vision of a strong marriage of equals and vision of how to raise independent and intelligent young adults.
The political process of the American system is explained a little as Michelle discusses the elections her husband was involved in, quite an insight for someone across the pond. Even though we all of course know the results, I still felt the tension of the results.
Michelle Obama is a natural writer, and her story should inspire young people everywhere, across the gender/race spectrum. Your background, your origins shouldn't matter, she tells us, your will, desire to succeed and talent can take you where you want to go.
Fantastic listen, she's a wonder to listen to. Definitely a favourite autobiography.
megn317's review
5.0
If you are interested for a glimpse into her life...this book does not disappoint! Loved her perspectives in all the different phases of her life and especially regarding her children! This book is great and made me love her even more!
I loved how real and honest she was...it’s easy to get sucked into the glitz and glamour, and to wonder what all that is like. Michelle painted the picture beautifully for me....to be honest I laughed out loud when she talked about the crowds and the glitz and the extravagance, and how she just wanted to go to bed bc it was 2am! She totally got through to me! I think she will get through to you too!
Give it a try!
I loved how real and honest she was...it’s easy to get sucked into the glitz and glamour, and to wonder what all that is like. Michelle painted the picture beautifully for me....to be honest I laughed out loud when she talked about the crowds and the glitz and the extravagance, and how she just wanted to go to bed bc it was 2am! She totally got through to me! I think she will get through to you too!
Give it a try!
loisdownie's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
sarahthereadingaddict's review
5.0
I listened to this as an audiobook from the library app borrrowbox.
It is such an interesting autobiography. I really like when the author of their book reads it themself on Audible and she's got a lovely voice.
I really liked both Barac and Michelle Obama from what I saw on the TV and in the news but this book is a great insight into the ups and downs they went through separately (before they met) and together.
I love the relationship they have and the worries that Michelle shares that she has about Barac running for president, it was so interesting and I really felt for her.
Although Barac Obama was president and great at it in my opinion, Michelle was also an incredible person, I knew she'd done a lot but I hadn't realised just how much and this book is a really eye opener.
Wow what a story. I've recently got into autobiography having read two this already and I find them quite fascinating. What an amazing woman Michelle Obama is and I love her attitude towards the difficulties she's faced.
It is such an interesting autobiography. I really like when the author of their book reads it themself on Audible and she's got a lovely voice.
I really liked both Barac and Michelle Obama from what I saw on the TV and in the news but this book is a great insight into the ups and downs they went through separately (before they met) and together.
I love the relationship they have and the worries that Michelle shares that she has about Barac running for president, it was so interesting and I really felt for her.
Although Barac Obama was president and great at it in my opinion, Michelle was also an incredible person, I knew she'd done a lot but I hadn't realised just how much and this book is a really eye opener.
Wow what a story. I've recently got into autobiography having read two this already and I find them quite fascinating. What an amazing woman Michelle Obama is and I love her attitude towards the difficulties she's faced.
janagaton's review
5.0
Does this even need an explanation?!
Michelle Obama really spilled her heart out in this; I feel like she's my best friend now because of how much insight she provided about her life but also her innermost feelings before and throughout Barack Obama's presidency. This book really humanizes Michelle and allows you to feel for her, especially during all the times she's longing and struggling simply to find normalcy in her everyday life while trying her best to let her daughters live as normally as possible as well. One of my favorite parts was of course when she meets Barack, and she shares how much they love each other and how important setting aside time for each other is for them. I also absolutely loved every time Michelle interacted with the Queen of England, especially when they were laughing together about how much their shoes made their feet hurt, and then hugging and appalling everyone by doing so. It's truly amazing and inspiring how much the Obamas have done. I'm so glad they exist and that this book exists.
Michelle Obama really spilled her heart out in this; I feel like she's my best friend now because of how much insight she provided about her life but also her innermost feelings before and throughout Barack Obama's presidency. This book really humanizes Michelle and allows you to feel for her, especially during all the times she's longing and struggling simply to find normalcy in her everyday life while trying her best to let her daughters live as normally as possible as well. One of my favorite parts was of course when she meets Barack, and she shares how much they love each other and how important setting aside time for each other is for them. I also absolutely loved every time Michelle interacted with the Queen of England, especially when they were laughing together about how much their shoes made their feet hurt, and then hugging and appalling everyone by doing so. It's truly amazing and inspiring how much the Obamas have done. I'm so glad they exist and that this book exists.
ashiie's review
inspiring
medium-paced
5.0
I can’t find the words to describe how amazing this book was! It was incredible to get an up close and personal look at Michelle’s journey through academia, her career, relationships, motherhood, to becoming First Lady of the United States. Michelle was raw and bared all her truth! Following her experiences facing challenges and watching her overcome and grow was truly inspirational. Michelle Obama is truly a phenomenal woman!