Thomas Jefferson has always been my favorite of the Founding Fathers. I won’t deny that part of it is because I do like a good scandal.:) But the other part is because he’s simply fascinating. I’ve always loved thie combination of ego and indulgence, passion and beautiful reason that he exhibits. I love his writings. This book is by the same guy who did "Founding Brothers"(which is also fascinating and won a Pulitzer Prize), so the guy knows what he’s talking about. He doesn’t reveal much /new/ about Jefferson, it’s more about the perspective on him that he brings. Really makes him seem alive and close to the reader. It does say its about his character, and that’s very true. And since that is the most fascinating part about him? That makes for a good, interesting read.