Master of Me: The Secret to Controlling Your Narrative by Keke Palmer
More Self Help then Memoir
I read this for a July readathon. Keke Palmer is a force—genuine, magnetic, and unapologetically herself. I was already aware of the drama involving her and her (now ex) partner over that Usher concert in Vegas, but after reading this, my takeaway is simple: he’s an idiot.
I don’t have a lot to say about the book itself. If you’re already a fan of Keke—if you’ve caught her interviews or listened to her podcast—it feels like a natural continuation of that vibe. It’s candid, full of her signature charm, and unmistakably her. I’d especially recommend the audiobook—hearing it in her own voice makes the experience feel even more personal.
As for the content, it doesn’t offer much that’s new. Like others have said, it sits somewhere between memoir and self-help. Once I stopped expecting a deep, revealing look at her life and instead saw it as a collection of stories shaped into advice, I appreciated it more. Still, I found myself wishing it went deeper—I wanted more of her, not just the lessons.
It’s tricky rating someone’s life, so I wouldn’t go under three stars. But I definitely walked away wanting more.
Master of Me: The Secret to Controlling Your Narrative by Keke Palmer
