Melania Trump has claimed the No. 1 spot on The New York Times bestseller list with her memoir, Melania. This achievement makes her the highest-selling hardcover nonfiction author of the week. She surpassed notable memoirists like Lisa Marie Presley, Riley Keough, and Ina Garten, whose book Be Ready When the Luck Happens is described as “conversational and fireside chatty.”
Critics have noted that while Melania’s memoir is a commercial success, its style is “bland” and “obscure.” The book is approximately 180 pages long and includes photo inserts. Within these pages, Melania shares limited personal insights. She expresses disbelief in the results of the 2020 election and has a cautiously supportive stance on abortion rights. She also discusses her Slovenian heritage, her dislike for raw fish, and how she attracted Donald Trump, whom she referred to as “an anonymous blonde” at the time.
Many Amazon reviewers have praised the memoir as “an easy read” and “refreshing and insightful.” However, critics find it somewhat lacking in depth. Before its official release, the book reached number one on Amazon’s bestseller list, possibly due to its engaging readability.
It’s important to note that when Donald Trump Jr. released his book, Triggered, in 2019, there were claims that his father’s supporters helped boost his sales. Whether a similar phenomenon contributed to Melania’s success is uncertain. However, her promotional efforts have certainly garnered attention.
