BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

EVERY LOVE STORY IS A GHOST STORY

by D.T. Max

A stellar biography of a complicated subject: Max's portrait skillfully unites Wallace’s external and internal lives. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

CURRENT EVENTS & SOCIAL ISSUES

FAR FROM THE TREE

by Andrew Solomon

An informative and moving book that raises profound issues regarding the nature of love, the value of human life and the... Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

HISTORY

LEONARDO AND THE LAST SUPPER

by Ross King

Thankfully, King’s book is an impressive work of restoration—the author helps readers see this painting for the first time. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

NONFICTION

LIFE AFTER DEATH

by Damien Echols

Essential reading for anyone interested in justice or memoir. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

MORTALITY

by Christopher Hitchens

Certainly, Hitchens died too soon. May this moving little visit to his hospital room not be the last word from him. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

THOMAS JEFFERSON

by Jon Meacham

An outstanding biography that reveals an overlooked steeliness at Jefferson’s core that accounts for so much of his... Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

HISTORY

WHEN AMERICA FIRST MET CHINA

by Eric Jay Dolin

A rich, highly readable examination of the seeds of poppies, trade, greed, grandeur and an international partnership that... Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

More Book Lists

The Magazine: Kirkus Reviews

Featuring 322 industry-first reviews of fiction, nonfiction, children’s, and YA books; also in this special Graphic Lit issue: interviews with Alison Bechdel, San Nalamalapu, Raina Telgemeier & Scott McCloud, and Fred Fordham; and much more

subscribe
  • kirkus star
  • The Kirkus Star

    One of the most coveted designations in the book industry, the Kirkus Star marks books of exceptional merit.

  • kirkus prize
  • The Kirkus Prize

    The Kirkus Prize is among the richest literary awards in America, awarding $50,000 in three categories annually.

Great Books & News Curated For You

Be the first to read books news and see reviews, news and features in Kirkus Reviews. Get awesome content delivered to your inbox every week.

Thank you!

Close Quickview