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American Son: A Portrait of John F. Kennedy, Jr.
The last, defining years of the life of John F. Kennedy, Jr., as seen by an editor who worked for him at George magazine.
At thirty-four, better known for his social life than his work as an assistant district attorney, John F. Kennedy, Jr., was still a man in search of his destiny. All that changed in 1995, when Kennedy launched a bold new magazine about American politics, puckishly called George . Over the next four years, Kennedy's passionate commitment to the magazine -- and to the ideals it stood for -- transformed him.
One witness to this transformation was Richard Blow, an editor and writer who joined George several months before the release of its first issue. During their four years together, Blow observed his boss rise to enormous challenges -- starting a risky new business, managing the pressures that attend a high public profile, and beginning life as a married man. With Blow as our surrogate, we see the many sides of Kennedy's the rebel who fearlessly takes on politicians and pundits; the gentleman who sends gracious thank-you notes to his colleagues for their wedding gifts; the vulnerable son occasionally at odds with a mythic family legacy; the leader who stays true to his vision, no matter how difficult the circumstances.
Simply and sympathetically, Blow offers an affecting portrait of a complicated man at last coming into his own -- sometimes gracefully, sometimes under siege, but never without the burden of great expectations.
At thirty-four, better known for his social life than his work as an assistant district attorney, John F. Kennedy, Jr., was still a man in search of his destiny. All that changed in 1995, when Kennedy launched a bold new magazine about American politics, puckishly called George . Over the next four years, Kennedy's passionate commitment to the magazine -- and to the ideals it stood for -- transformed him.
One witness to this transformation was Richard Blow, an editor and writer who joined George several months before the release of its first issue. During their four years together, Blow observed his boss rise to enormous challenges -- starting a risky new business, managing the pressures that attend a high public profile, and beginning life as a married man. With Blow as our surrogate, we see the many sides of Kennedy's the rebel who fearlessly takes on politicians and pundits; the gentleman who sends gracious thank-you notes to his colleagues for their wedding gifts; the vulnerable son occasionally at odds with a mythic family legacy; the leader who stays true to his vision, no matter how difficult the circumstances.
Simply and sympathetically, Blow offers an affecting portrait of a complicated man at last coming into his own -- sometimes gracefully, sometimes under siege, but never without the burden of great expectations.
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First published May 3, 2002
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July 5, 2019
“How symbolic the smallest things can be, the flotsam and jetsam of lives”
― Richard Blow, American Son: A Portrait of John F. Kennedy, Jr.
This was actually not a bad read. It succeeded in giving me alot of information about John F. Kennedy Jr. I also enjoyed reading about his magazine "George".
The book goes into great detail about his life, his magazine, his relationship with Caroline. Yet it never feels "cheap" or hollow. It is a good well written book.
All the more heartbreaking because of what happened to him. Sometimes I wonder had he survived, whether he would have been or would be, President. W ho knows? His life was fascinating to read about.
This was better then expected and is a good book if one is looking for a not to long portrait of John F. Kennedy Jr.
― Richard Blow, American Son: A Portrait of John F. Kennedy, Jr.
This was actually not a bad read. It succeeded in giving me alot of information about John F. Kennedy Jr. I also enjoyed reading about his magazine "George".
The book goes into great detail about his life, his magazine, his relationship with Caroline. Yet it never feels "cheap" or hollow. It is a good well written book.
All the more heartbreaking because of what happened to him. Sometimes I wonder had he survived, whether he would have been or would be, President. W ho knows? His life was fascinating to read about.
This was better then expected and is a good book if one is looking for a not to long portrait of John F. Kennedy Jr.
July 4, 2017
This was a stirring account of JFK's son, John. He had been constantly hounded by the Press even as a young boy. His mother Jacqueline did everything in her power to protect him. Growing up the son of an assassinated President of modern times has been a challenge to his privacy as well as future. He found his own unique ways of hiding in plain sight.
February 17, 2014
I really enjoyed reading this book. Unlike other books written about the Kennedy's, this book gives insight into the life of a public figure who went through struggles in order to establish a career of his own despite the incredibly high pedestal the world had put him on since his father's death. So much to live up to at such a young age, handling it as best he could.
November 5, 2021
This book follows John F. Kennedy, Jr only during his time at his political magazine "George" leading up to his death in 1999. It is written by one of the original editors of "George." It gives a "behind closed doors" sketch of John Kennedy as he came into his own in his last five years of his life.
This book, controversial in it's opportunistic motives, breaks down in an enlightening way the John Kennedy Jr that was created by American nostalgia versus the John in real life. John was incredibly private. He was disarming, kind and patient but also possessed a very bad temper. He was laid back, surprisingly conventional, a romantic yet also a bit sexist. More than anything he was an idealist, similar to his father. He wanted to make a difference but in his own way. His political magazine was not only a way to make a unique name for himself but it was also an "under the radar" way to express his real opinions on politics, his father and the infamous Kennedy family.
The book also emphasized the negative impact that the media and press had on John's life. In the final years of his life he was unequivocally the most sought after celebrity in the world. This book sheds light on what it was like to live not only under the heavy weight of his father's legacy but also under the unforgiving microscope of the world's eyes.
This book, controversial in it's opportunistic motives, breaks down in an enlightening way the John Kennedy Jr that was created by American nostalgia versus the John in real life. John was incredibly private. He was disarming, kind and patient but also possessed a very bad temper. He was laid back, surprisingly conventional, a romantic yet also a bit sexist. More than anything he was an idealist, similar to his father. He wanted to make a difference but in his own way. His political magazine was not only a way to make a unique name for himself but it was also an "under the radar" way to express his real opinions on politics, his father and the infamous Kennedy family.
The book also emphasized the negative impact that the media and press had on John's life. In the final years of his life he was unequivocally the most sought after celebrity in the world. This book sheds light on what it was like to live not only under the heavy weight of his father's legacy but also under the unforgiving microscope of the world's eyes.
March 9, 2012
After reading this book, I have a professional view of JFK Jr. One of the things that I think really stood out about this book that I liked was that it wasn’t your typical biography on him. This book was based on the professional side of him. It was an interesting concept to write a book on something that I think most people didn’t think of or ask about JFK JR. How did he start his political magazine “George”? Most questions asked about JFK JR when he was alive was about his personal life and who he dated and how handsome he looked.
This book gives the reader a hands on first look at the inside scoop of how “George” came to be and all of the obstacles that JFK JR faced as the Editor in Chief. Who better to tell this story than the author who actually worked with JFK JR and was a part of “George” from day 1. I would have thought that having the famous Kennedy name, the doors to create this magazine would have been opened to JFK JR and journalists would embrace him with open arms. However, it wasn’t that easy. Due to his famous last name people second guessed him and at times I think some of the journalists were even cruel because of who he was and the fact that he didn’t have any journalism jobs under his belt. Many mean articles were written about the magazine and many questioned what business JFK JR had in even stepping on their turf. He had many internal conflicts with decisions on which stories to run and which people to interview for the magazine. I never had put thought into how much work goes into a magazine. Sadly towards the end of John John’s life, his ad sales were declining which had a huge impact on the future of “George”. It wasn’t until 2 years after he passed away that the magazine had its final publication. I think that was probably for the better because if he would have been alive to see that happen I think he would have gone into a depression. He had put his whole heart and effort into making “George” a successful political magazine and he knew everything that was riding for this to work out in the long run.
A fact about JFK that I learned in this book that I didn’t know about him before was that he worked as a lawyer for the District Attorney’s office and he actually tried trials. John John also had a temper on him which is a fact I didn’t know about him as well. I found myself searching online for more references and stories on events that were stated in this book. John John also had a very down to earth friendly side as well. He would give his expensive ties to his employees and also give them designed suits and shoes that designers would send him but were not his size. He also rode his bicycle throughout Manhattan. He walked the streets at night after having dinner with colleagues. One of the things that I really loved that he did as a boss was allow his employees to bring their dogs to work because he would bring his dog Friday in as well. What a great work environment! I would love to bring my Pumba Bear with me at work! This shows what kind of a down to earth boss he was!
Many will speculate on JFK JR’s role in the Kennedy family curse (If that even exists), many will wonder how much longer “George” would have remained in publication had he lived, many will wonder if he would have ran for the presidency one day? Would he have won? What would his children look like? Sadly, these questions will forever be unanswered. This was a very well written book by a man who was loyal to John John and I think it couldn’t have been better told by anyone else because Blow new John professionally. It was enjoyable to read about JFK JR’s professional side and not read about gossip or personal things. I think the Kennedy family can read this book and feel like the author gave them their privacy and didn’t write about dirt. A very sad ending to a life cut too short. What a perfect title too. JFK JR will always be America’s Son………
This book gives the reader a hands on first look at the inside scoop of how “George” came to be and all of the obstacles that JFK JR faced as the Editor in Chief. Who better to tell this story than the author who actually worked with JFK JR and was a part of “George” from day 1. I would have thought that having the famous Kennedy name, the doors to create this magazine would have been opened to JFK JR and journalists would embrace him with open arms. However, it wasn’t that easy. Due to his famous last name people second guessed him and at times I think some of the journalists were even cruel because of who he was and the fact that he didn’t have any journalism jobs under his belt. Many mean articles were written about the magazine and many questioned what business JFK JR had in even stepping on their turf. He had many internal conflicts with decisions on which stories to run and which people to interview for the magazine. I never had put thought into how much work goes into a magazine. Sadly towards the end of John John’s life, his ad sales were declining which had a huge impact on the future of “George”. It wasn’t until 2 years after he passed away that the magazine had its final publication. I think that was probably for the better because if he would have been alive to see that happen I think he would have gone into a depression. He had put his whole heart and effort into making “George” a successful political magazine and he knew everything that was riding for this to work out in the long run.
A fact about JFK that I learned in this book that I didn’t know about him before was that he worked as a lawyer for the District Attorney’s office and he actually tried trials. John John also had a temper on him which is a fact I didn’t know about him as well. I found myself searching online for more references and stories on events that were stated in this book. John John also had a very down to earth friendly side as well. He would give his expensive ties to his employees and also give them designed suits and shoes that designers would send him but were not his size. He also rode his bicycle throughout Manhattan. He walked the streets at night after having dinner with colleagues. One of the things that I really loved that he did as a boss was allow his employees to bring their dogs to work because he would bring his dog Friday in as well. What a great work environment! I would love to bring my Pumba Bear with me at work! This shows what kind of a down to earth boss he was!
Many will speculate on JFK JR’s role in the Kennedy family curse (If that even exists), many will wonder how much longer “George” would have remained in publication had he lived, many will wonder if he would have ran for the presidency one day? Would he have won? What would his children look like? Sadly, these questions will forever be unanswered. This was a very well written book by a man who was loyal to John John and I think it couldn’t have been better told by anyone else because Blow new John professionally. It was enjoyable to read about JFK JR’s professional side and not read about gossip or personal things. I think the Kennedy family can read this book and feel like the author gave them their privacy and didn’t write about dirt. A very sad ending to a life cut too short. What a perfect title too. JFK JR will always be America’s Son………
June 3, 2025
Absolutely loved it. A must read and reread for sure. 10 stars in my opinion.
May 12, 2010
When Blow started at George magazine as one of the original staffers, he had to sign a confidentiality agreement not to write about his boss, John F. Kennedy Jr. Although some disagree, Blow obviously feels that the agreement he signed does not extend beyond death, hence this personal portrait. In fact, it's not really all that personal since Blow only knew Kennedy for four years and in a professional capacity. They seem to have never had a truly personal conversation.
So what remains is the story of a famous young man and his magazine, and since the man is John Kennedy, that's enough to attract plenty of readers. Blow, who employs an engaging writing style that makes the book seem more intimate than it is, describes the inner workings of George and follows Kennedy's evolution (and sometimes regression) as an editor. When he observes personal moments between Kennedy and his wife, Carolyn, he reports them, but those looking for serious dish will have to find it elsewhere. Still, readers will come away with a clear perception of Kennedy: a decent man struggling against a mythic legacy. And of a life with a beginning and a middle, but no real end.
So what remains is the story of a famous young man and his magazine, and since the man is John Kennedy, that's enough to attract plenty of readers. Blow, who employs an engaging writing style that makes the book seem more intimate than it is, describes the inner workings of George and follows Kennedy's evolution (and sometimes regression) as an editor. When he observes personal moments between Kennedy and his wife, Carolyn, he reports them, but those looking for serious dish will have to find it elsewhere. Still, readers will come away with a clear perception of Kennedy: a decent man struggling against a mythic legacy. And of a life with a beginning and a middle, but no real end.
November 27, 2013
Since this is the 50th anniversary of JFK's assassination, which I remember sadly as a senior in high school, there have been a lot of programs on tv about him. I wanted to read more about Jackie & their 2 children after his death, but my local library is very small, so this is the only title they had, about JFK Jr. who was tragically killed, along with his wife, in a small airplane crash in 1999. This book is about John starting up George magazine, his idea of a periodical about politics that would have some appeal to the general public. The author was an editor at the magazine & it's an interesting look at those 4 years- 1995 to 1999, when the magazine was published. A quick read & look at more of the tragedies in the Kennedy family.
September 24, 2012
More trash about the Kennedys, and yet another book about John Kennedy in which the author spends as much time on himself as on the subject, making for a tedious read. The most interesting parts of this book are those that look at the way in which John Kennedy played out psycho drama about himself and his family in the choices he made for his magazine. The rest of it is boring inside baseball about the day to day operations at "George," which just wasn't that interesting of a magazine, and did not have an interesting cast of characters staffing it.
August 20, 2018
This poignant story highlights the way people: from complete strangers to acquaintances (waiters, doormen, etc.) to coworkers felt such a strong familiarity & kindship with Kennedy; his life, his family, his experiences, but ultimately we didn't know him and that feels like the biggest tragedy of all.
A thoughtful account of a brief time in JFK Jr’s life told by a publishing coworker. It’s tough to read when you know what’s coming, the writing become more detailed and time slows down just before his death. Still worth the read for the glimpse into Kennedy's world.
A thoughtful account of a brief time in JFK Jr’s life told by a publishing coworker. It’s tough to read when you know what’s coming, the writing become more detailed and time slows down just before his death. Still worth the read for the glimpse into Kennedy's world.
October 24, 2009
Biography of JFK Jr that paints him as bland, moderately smart and lacking true ambition, with a mean, self-centered wife, all the while claiming him to be an American ideal. Huh?
October 3, 2025
After I started reading this book I realized that I read it years ago. I enjoyed it. Of course, after you read so many books on the same subject you see conflicting stories or the exact same sentences you have read in other books. Since this book was written long ago I think a lot of this book rings true and bits of it were stolen by other authors.
JFK JR tried hard to lead as normal a life as he could. He knew how to handle the press. He had no entourage of security and I think he may have needed some for Carolyn. Carolyn reminded me of Princess Diana. Chased down by paparazzi like she was the subject of a fox hunt. It was really sad that her last year was spent under such stress.
JFK JR seemed to bite off way more than he could chew with George the Magazine. It was really a novelty that lost its gloss rather quickly and no amount of fighting to save it was going to work. People bought it in the beginning for the lure of JFK JR and he did not want the magazine to be about him and the readers did not care about anything else. It was a losing concept. He gave the magazine too much attention and Carolyn was the one he should have devoted his time to. She loved him and he loved her, but that marriage was in shambles.
JFK was trying so hard to make his mark. To live up to a legacy that was left in the wake of his Dad’s assassination. A fabricated legacy created by his own mother. Camelot. What a farce. She was married to a serial cheater and she was his doormat. But she was intent on creating a myth to cover that up and she caused irreparable damage to her young son. Besides being handsome, John was really nothing more than a rich spoiled child among many others growing up in NYC. He dabbled at the DAs office, but did not enjoy it. He was an average student who scraped by. He did have charisma by the tons and seemed to care a great deal for the public.
I’m not sure if he was fit for politics. He was just not cut throat enough. He was quite forgetful and scattered. I feel he would have faltered badly up against the turmoil the world is facing now.
Well written, engaging. Definitely a book to read for those who are intrigued by the Kennedy lore.
JFK JR tried hard to lead as normal a life as he could. He knew how to handle the press. He had no entourage of security and I think he may have needed some for Carolyn. Carolyn reminded me of Princess Diana. Chased down by paparazzi like she was the subject of a fox hunt. It was really sad that her last year was spent under such stress.
JFK JR seemed to bite off way more than he could chew with George the Magazine. It was really a novelty that lost its gloss rather quickly and no amount of fighting to save it was going to work. People bought it in the beginning for the lure of JFK JR and he did not want the magazine to be about him and the readers did not care about anything else. It was a losing concept. He gave the magazine too much attention and Carolyn was the one he should have devoted his time to. She loved him and he loved her, but that marriage was in shambles.
JFK was trying so hard to make his mark. To live up to a legacy that was left in the wake of his Dad’s assassination. A fabricated legacy created by his own mother. Camelot. What a farce. She was married to a serial cheater and she was his doormat. But she was intent on creating a myth to cover that up and she caused irreparable damage to her young son. Besides being handsome, John was really nothing more than a rich spoiled child among many others growing up in NYC. He dabbled at the DAs office, but did not enjoy it. He was an average student who scraped by. He did have charisma by the tons and seemed to care a great deal for the public.
I’m not sure if he was fit for politics. He was just not cut throat enough. He was quite forgetful and scattered. I feel he would have faltered badly up against the turmoil the world is facing now.
Well written, engaging. Definitely a book to read for those who are intrigued by the Kennedy lore.
December 14, 2020
We do not know that much about JFK Jr. This is in many ways a revisit to all those who were raised in the 90s and I had nostalgia reading this book from the new technology or cable news. Yes, America never had a royal family and in many ways the Kennedys became our own etched forever into our memory with the untimely death of their greatest figurehead. American Son follows JFK Jr in his time as the head of a small political magazine called George told through the eyes of one of his senior contributors. You can see it in the writing that JFK Jr (at least according to Richard Blow) that he did try to measure up to his family’s legacy but was also still trying to find his place and chart his own path. The thing I really liked and learned from the book was how humble and down to earth JFK Jr was never letting his family connections or wealth get to his head. Maybe he would have ran for political office with George as a linchpin for it. Maybe not. But just like his father he was denied the chance. Like father and son they had remarkable gifts of charisma, leadership and charm but they lacked the one thing they needed most which was time. For all those interested in the Kennedys I think it is worth a read (but if you do not no loss) those wanting an insight to an heir to a legacy, the tabloid and petty battles of NYC gossip scene and high political society. I would add as one last point you only get Blow’s point of view. There is little out there to verify or challenge the story.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 26, 2019
I bought this book for 50 cents at a book sale but it will be one of my favorite books of the year. A month or so earlier I had read a book about his mother and aunt and just picked this up on a whim and started reading. I am not fascinated by the Kennedys but this book was hard to put down even though we all knew of this young man's tragic ending.
One of the reasons I enjoyed the book was that the author worked with John Kennedy Jr. at George Magazine, the magazine they started together. I blame my mother for my lifelong love of magazines, and I learned a lot about magazines from the book. It seems to be a very stressful occupation, fighting for advertisers with other like magazines, entertaining people, etc. I came away liking John Kennedy more and appreciating his uniqueness. This was very well written from a personal point of view. I don't think the author has written anything else.
One of the reasons I enjoyed the book was that the author worked with John Kennedy Jr. at George Magazine, the magazine they started together. I blame my mother for my lifelong love of magazines, and I learned a lot about magazines from the book. It seems to be a very stressful occupation, fighting for advertisers with other like magazines, entertaining people, etc. I came away liking John Kennedy more and appreciating his uniqueness. This was very well written from a personal point of view. I don't think the author has written anything else.
March 14, 2021
Having just finished this books moments ago, I would like to share that it is not political but rather a humanistic approach to John Kennedy - as a person. In writing this book as a means of remembering John as a person Richard Bradley (published as Blow) has allowed all of us to know a little more about what he was like (not as he was portrayed in the media). And to let us all know, that we all have problems no matter if we are known world wide or not. I enjoyed the experience of reading about the formation & creation & evolution of George, the team’s challenges & strengths, how interwoven the fabric of your personal and professional life’s were, and what was created by the publication itself tremendously. And for the most part that the staff still protected John after his passing.
No spoilers.
No spoilers.
September 6, 2019
I didn't find this book to be particularly illuminating about its subject--it's mostly written about his years at George , since the author was one of the editors there. The author's disdain for all conservatives is palpable and highly irritating, and in the light of #metoo, it really doesn't make JFK Jr. look all that great (there are scenes of conversations about his uncles/relatives who had affairs, where JFKJ sides solidly with the men, against the women that they're cheating on. Not a good look.) There are some moments of really good writing, but over all, it sort of reads like a gossipy journal.
October 8, 2021
I recently read this book and I really enjoyed it. I thank you Richard for writing it. I’m sure it was a very emotional journey 🙏🏼💜
I have always admired John, and I was very saddened along with the world when hearing the news of his passing .
I have placed this book along with my favorites on my book shelf 🙏🏼💜
Thank you for sharing your memories with John🙏🏼💜🥰
I have always admired John, and I was very saddened along with the world when hearing the news of his passing .
I have placed this book along with my favorites on my book shelf 🙏🏼💜
Thank you for sharing your memories with John🙏🏼💜🥰
December 30, 2022
Nicely written. I love books about the Kennedy family and this book offered a new perspective. I never picked up the magazine George and this telling makes me wish I had.
I will never ever forget the weekend in July being glued to the TV, wishing, praying and crying for JFK jr. What a loss this family and country suffered when he perished.
I will never ever forget the weekend in July being glued to the TV, wishing, praying and crying for JFK jr. What a loss this family and country suffered when he perished.
January 11, 2020
Really enjoyed reading about the progression of George magazine and the struggles they had. Was nice to get the perspective from someone who worked with JFK Jr. in that setting vs what you heard/saw in the tabloids during the late 90's. Sad to think about what might have been for John Kennedy.
March 7, 2021
This is not your traditional tell-all book about a Kennedy. What I liked about it is that it was written by his colleague/employee and much of the book was about JFK Jr's life behind "George." I gained a fresher respect for him as a result of reading this book.
April 17, 2025
This is a well written biography about the time the author spent working at JFK, JR.'s George magazine. A wonderful portrait of "America's Son" lost way too soon. It made me realize what potential John had and the sadness of his, Carolyn and Lauren's demise overwhelmed me a bit.
January 28, 2022
So I need to finish this. Tried to read after my mom passed. It was too hard as I admired John so much. Will pick it up again eventually.
November 14, 2022
Very interesting and well done story following the concept of the magazine 'George' and the role of JFK JR. It is a small look into this young man's short life.
May 8, 2023
Not bad. Weird to think about writing a biography of your former boss though
April 10, 2024
Interesting read of the last days of John Kennedy Jr..Mostly about his time and publication of his magazine George!
April 3, 2021
I am not someone who was particularly
interested in John F Kennedy, Jr. in the past.
However, I managed to acquire a copy of
this book for various reasons.
I am interested in what actually happens in
various different jobs. So I actually really
enjoyed this book.
Richard Blow is a really excellent writer.
For anyone who is interested in JFK, Jr. this
would be a very good book.
BTW, if anyone is interested in dirt on JFK, Jr. ,
I can tell you that everything that Richard Blow says
about JFK, Jr. in this book is 95% very positive.
interested in John F Kennedy, Jr. in the past.
However, I managed to acquire a copy of
this book for various reasons.
I am interested in what actually happens in
various different jobs. So I actually really
enjoyed this book.
Richard Blow is a really excellent writer.
For anyone who is interested in JFK, Jr. this
would be a very good book.
BTW, if anyone is interested in dirt on JFK, Jr. ,
I can tell you that everything that Richard Blow says
about JFK, Jr. in this book is 95% very positive.
March 28, 2010
This book is an interesting book to me because it focused on a man named John F Kennedy who was a very politically connected and decided to create a magazine called "George" which focused on American politics.This book focuses on John f Kennedy's family life family problems and his marriage life. John f Kennedy felt that being in such a prestigious family he was easily scrutinized and always in the lime light. After marriage and starting his magazine johns personalities began to change towards people and his wife. The pressure became to much for him to handle.John was very dedicated to his magazine.After johns death the magazine had stopped and the office had shutt down.
November 16, 2014
I really, really enjoyed this book. But I never lost the awareness that this book is a memoir, a first-person perspective, and not a biography. I appreciate that the author is so forward about this perspective. But it made me question the accuracy of conversations and the legitimacy of others' actions throughout the story.
That being said, he fleshed John Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn out in a way that felt truly human. This book only focused on the George years, but I felt as if I'd gotten a peek into John's goals, his hesitancies and his love for life. I appreciated the human-to-human view of John instead of researcher-to-human view a biography could build.
That being said, he fleshed John Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn out in a way that felt truly human. This book only focused on the George years, but I felt as if I'd gotten a peek into John's goals, his hesitancies and his love for life. I appreciated the human-to-human view of John instead of researcher-to-human view a biography could build.
July 29, 2011
A memoir by a journalist who was on the "George" staff since its creation...provides an inside look to JFK, Jr. and the workings of the magazine. I had a hard time putting the book down -- I burned through it last night. I found that it's not so much a biography of JFK, Jr.'s life, but a story of the author's relationship with him while working on George for 4 years together. It left me wanting to read another more comprehensive book about his life.
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