An Unfinished Life offers an in-depth exploration of the life of John F. Kennedy, drawing on previously unavailable material and never-before-opened archives. This remarkable biography is packed with revelations, both large and small, about JFK's health, his love affairs, and the pivotal role his family played in his political ascent.

Robert Dallek brilliantly explores JFK's strengths and weaknesses, providing a vivid portrait of a bold, brave, complex, and human Kennedy. The book delves into RFK's appointment as Attorney General, the influence of Joseph Kennedy in helping his son win the White House, and the path JFK might have taken in the Vietnam entanglement had he survived.

An Unfinished Life is not just a biography but a critical balance of JFK's life, revealing how his health issues secretly influenced his presidency while he publicly maintained an image of robust good health.