"Becoming" is the memoir of Michelle Obama, the former First Lady of the United States. In the book, she shares her personal journey from her childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her experiences as a lawyer, mother, and ultimately, as the First Lady.

The memoir offers intimate insights into Michelle Obama's life, including her upbringing, her relationship with Barack Obama, and her time in the White House. She reflects on the challenges she faced as an African American woman navigating various roles and responsibilities, as well as the triumphs and joys she experienced along the way.