George Michael's death on Christmas Day 2016 inspired a new appreciation of his talent and generosity. This new biography is a riveting examination of his extraordinary musical career and legacy that explores his complicated life on-and off-stage, including his sexual insecurity, the loss of his first lover to AIDS, his mother's untimely death, and his drug addiction.

Filled with George Michael's own frank opinions, reflections, and observations, this book succeeds in reminding us of why he meant so much to so many.

Emily Herbert is the author of Robin Williams: When the Laughter Stops 1951-2014 and Lady Gaga: Behind the Fame.