#7 in Biography & memoir
Becoming
- 598
- Pages
- about 11 h
- Reading time
- NYT bestseller · 105 weeks on the list, peaked at #1
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About the book
Becoming is the first memoir by former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama, published on November 13, 2018. Described by the author as a deeply personal experience, the book talks about her roots and how she found her voice, as well as her time in the White House, her public health campaign, and her role as a mother. The book is published by Crown and was released in 24 languages. One million copies were donated to First Book, an American nonprofit organization which provides books to children.
Where the score comes from
The sources average 8.9 across 820 ratings. With that many, the reader vote carries 82% of the weight and the score stays at 8.8 — the Biography & memoir average of 8.2 barely moves it.
| Source | Average | Ratings | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Library | 8.8 | 13 | 2% |
| Hardcover | 8.9 | 807 | 98% |
Reader voices
The most-liked reviews on Hardcover (credited to their authors).
““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.” Thanks you, Michelle. I am ready to go to work now.”
Frequently asked
What is Becoming rated?
8.8 out of 10, from 820 reader ratings across 2 independent sources.
Is Becoming worth reading?
Readers give it 8.8/10 from 820 ratings, which puts it ahead of 91 % of the Biography & memoir shelf.
How long does it take to read Becoming?
About 11 hours at an average reading pace — 598 pages.
Where does Becoming rank?
#7 in Biography & memoir on the current snapshot.
Was Becoming a bestseller?
Yes — 105 weeks on the New York Times list, peaking at #1. Sales are shown here but never scored.
How long is Becoming?
It has 598 pages — longer than 94% of the ranked books in Biography & memoir.
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