In this beautifully written and propulsive memoir, Huma AbedinHillary Clintons famously private top aide and longtime adviseremerges from the wings of American political history to take command of her own story.The daughter of Indian and Pakistani intellectuals and advocates who split their time between Saudi Arabia, the UK and the United States, Abedin grew up in many worlds. Both/And grapples with family, legacy, identity, faith, marriage and motherhood with wisdom and sophistication.Abedin launched full steam into a college internship in the office of the first lady in 1996, never imagining that her work at the White House would blossom into a career in public service, nor that the career would become an all-consuming way of life. Still in her twenties and thirties, she thrived in rooms with diplomats and sovereigns, entrepreneurs and artists, philanthropists and activists, and witnessed many crucial moments in 21st-century American historyCamp David for urgent efforts at Middle East peace in the waning months of the Clinton administration, Ground Zero in the days after the 9/11 attacks, the inauguration of the first African American president of the United States, the convention floor when America nominated its first female presidential candidate.Abedins relationship with Clinton has seen both women through extraordinary personal and professional highs, as well as unimaginable lows. Here, for the first time, is a deeply personal account of Hillary Clinton as mentor, confidante and role model. Abedin cuts through caricature, rumour and misinformation to reveal a crystal-clear portrait of Clinton as a brilliant and caring leader a steadfast friend, generous, funny, hardworking and dedicated.  Both/And is a candid and heartbreaking chronicle of Abedins marriage to Anthony Weiner, what drew her to him, how much she wanted to believe in him, the devastation wrought by his betrayalsand their shared love for their son.It is also a timeless story of a young woman with aspirations and ideals coming into her own in high-pressure jobs, and a testament to the potential for women in leadership to blaze a path forward while supporting those who follow in their footsteps. Both/And describes Abedins journey through the opportunities and obstacles, the trials and triumphs, of a full and complex life. Abedins compassion and courage, her resilience and grace, her work ethic and mission are an inspiration to people of all ages.This journey has led me through exhilarating milestones and devastating setbacks, said Abedin. I have walked both with great pride and in overwhelming shame. It is a life I ammore than anythingenormously grateful for and a story I look forward to sharing. Review An extraordinary memoir about the most private and public things. With candour, insight and courage, Abedin takes us boldly behind the scenes of many of the most important political events of the past quarter century and dazzlingly deep into the heart of the most poignant, powerful and painful moments of her lifeas a daughter, mother, wife and top aide to Hillary Clinton. Its a story about loss and triumph, resilience and grit; about love, loyalty and letting go. The writing is just gorgeous. I was gobsmacked. -- Cheryl Strayed, author of Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest TrailAn inspiring roadmap revealing how a little Brown girl from Kalamazoo, Michigan grew up to become a powerful political force navigating unimaginable rooms, relationships and circumstances with incredible resiliency, stunning work ethic and unwavering faith. There is no doubt that Humas personal and professional journey, told in her own words, is one of the most unique stories you will ever read. -- Cleo Wade, author of What the Road SaidA gripping testament to the power of a woman finding her voice, owning her ambition and sharing her truth. Huma's humanity, tenacity and singularity draw us deeply into her pe