Lovely One

A Memoir

De: Ketanji Brown Jackson

Narrado por: Ketanji Brown Jackson

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In her “vulnerable, tender, and infinitely inspirational” (Oprah Daily) memoir, the first Black woman to ever be appointed to the Supreme Court of the United States chronicles her extraordinary life story.

“A billowingly triumphant American tale.”—The New York Times Book Review (Editors’ Choice)

A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW AND NEW YORKER BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

With this unflinching account, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson invites listeners into her life and world, tracing her family’s ascent from segregation to her confirmation on America’s highest court within the span of one generation.

Named “Ketanji Onyika,” meaning “Lovely One,” based on a suggestion from her aunt, a Peace Corps worker stationed in West Africa, Justice Jackson learned from her educator parents to take pride in her heritage since birth. She describes her resolve as a young girl to honor this legacy and realize her dreams: from hearing stories of her grandparents and parents breaking barriers in the segregated South, to honing her voice in high school as an oratory champion and student body president, to graduating magna cum laude from Harvard, where she performed in musical theater and improv and participated in pivotal student organizations.

Here, Justice Jackson pulls back the curtain, marrying the public record of her life with what is less known. She reveals what it takes to advance in the legal profession when most people in power don’t look like you, and to reconcile a demanding career with the joys and sacrifices of marriage and motherhood.

Through trials and triumphs, Justice Jackson’s journey will resonate with dreamers everywhere, especially those who nourish outsized ambitions and refuse to be turned aside. This moving, openhearted tale will spread hope for a more just world, for generations to come.

©2024 Ketanji Brown Jackson (P)2024 Random House Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

“[A] billowingly triumphant American tale of early promise fulfilled.”—The New York Times

“Vulnerable, tender, and infinitely inspirational, this book will make you proud of how far our country has come and riled up to help carry us where we need to go—which for [Ketanji Brown] Jackson may yet include the Broadway stage.”—Oprah Daily

“Once again, a gift has arrived in this country—brown-skinned, brilliant, and beautiful. Morally sound and truly believing in liberty and justice for all.”—Jacqueline Woodson, Elle

I never read this genre, but…

I heard Justice Brown Jackson’s interview on City Arts & Lectures and, although I rarely read memoirs, I am so very glad I purchased the audiobook read by the author herself.

It’s an insightful, often amusing, and moving story. My respect for and faith in her character, experience, and ability, gives me a glimpse of optimism for the future of SCOTUS.

This is a person worthy of the title: Supreme Court Justice.

Love of Family and Service.

I love your story and knowing the bottom line of your achievements is Love of Family and Service. I am who I am and you love yourself. You were and are truly blessed. Thank you for sharing some of your life. S Page, Oceanside CA

Beyond Lovely!!

Beyond Lovely!! I enjoyed listening to this book. I cried and laughed. I expected the book to be serious. Thank you Justice Katanji Brown Jackson for sharing some of your life stories. I pray God or the higer being continue to bless you and your family. Your book was inspiring for me as a black woman of Caribbean decent. I plan on buying the book for my 13 and 11 year old daughter and son. My kids do not know American History, more precisely, African American History because we're expats. I love how you beautifully weaved American History into your lived experiences. Thank you, thank you.

Loved the narration

Very genuine. Can’t say more. Amazing story. The good, the difficult, and everything in between.

Grace and determination

I loved her story of hope, hard work and perseverance. She is truly an inspiration to us all!

Our ancestors dreams

Inspire. I to am just am just a girl from Miami, Florida. This memoir was a perfect. Ketanji was/is destined for greatness.

Incredible Woman

Justice Brown-Jackson embodies what all Americans should strive to be. She is an incredible woman, mother, wife and judge.

A Refreshing Read for Challenging Times

This book is a refreshing and uplifting read, offering clarity and hope in a world that can often feel overwhelming.

A must listen, she’s so uplifting

I love how her story is so raw and real. Justice Jackson is a class act, phenomenal mother, and inspiration to women everywhere (especially working mothers).

What a woman!!!

Woah! She really deserves all the credits!! What a fantastic story of a wonderful hardworking and kind woman. Love it!