The Day John Died

In his spellbinding new book marking the first anniversary of John F. Kennedy, Jr.'s death, Christopher Andersen tells the full, tragic yet ultimately inspiring story of the Last American Icon. Illustrated with more than 50 photos and packed with startling revelations that are sure to make headlines, this compelling tribute reveals new details about the young man America grew up with including: -- The real story of what went wrong that fateful July night -- including the events that led to the crash -- Never-before-known details about John's complex relationship with his mother, his intense bond with his sister, and his dealings with his star-crossed cousins -- The state of his marriage and where it was headed -- Other little-publicized events that nearly cost John his life -- The truth about his wild younger years, including his romances with such stars as Madonna and Daryl Hannah -- How John came to view his father, his family's political legacy, and his feelings about a political career of his own -- And much more. -- A Featured Alternate of The Literary Guild, Doubleday Book Club, and People Book Club.

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