Matriarch: Oprah's Book Club: A Memoir

Name: Matriarch: Oprah's Book Club: A Memoir
Price: 12.99 USD
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Rating: 4.7 (1638 reviews)
Author: Tina Knowles

by Tina Knowles

Memoir Biography Memoir

4.7 (1,638)

4.7 stars from 1,638 reviews. Top 84% of Memoir books we track.

432 pages~7.2 hr readPublished by Random House Publishing GroupPublished 2025-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

You're interested in how a mother's ambition and creativity shaped some of the world's most influential women.
You want a memoir that moves between intimate family moments and sweeping cultural history without feeling heavy-handed.
You appreciate detailed storytelling about fashion, entrepreneurship, and the behind-the-scenes work of building a legacy.

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You're looking for a typical celebrity tell-all focused on scandal or conflict with your children.
You want a quick read. This is a rich, detailed book that rewards slowing down with it.
You prefer memoirs that stay in one era or location rather than spanning generations and continents.

About this book

Matriarch is a memoir by Tina Knowles that chronicles her life and journey to becoming a global figure. The book traces her family's story across generations, exploring themes of family love and heartbreak, loss and perseverance, and the creativity and determination required to effect change. The narrative spans from Knowles's origins in Galveston through her evolution as a woman and mother. It examines the role of Black motherhood and the wisdom passed between women across generations, while also reflecting broader aspects of American history and experience.

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Currently around #16K in the Kindle store — a steady mid-list seller.

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Currently 4.7★ from 1,638 reviews

Gaining approximately 121 new reviews per month. Reader interest is accelerating. Rating has remained stable at 4.8 over the tracking period.

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