These 10 JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette Books Are Trending Amidst ‘Love Story’ Buzz

Hollywood Reporter

by Erin Lassner

February 21, 2026

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Ryan Murphy’s *Love Story*, a new anthology series on FX, has sparked renewed interest in the lives of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, with their books trending across best-seller charts. Inspired by Elizabeth Beller’s 2024 New York Times Best Seller *Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy*, the series has rekindled fascination with this iconic couple. As audiences delve into their story, a wave of books—ranging from biographies to coffee table collections—have surged in popularity. The article highlights 10 key titles that are gaining traction. At the forefront is *Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy* by Elizabeth Beller, which features exclusive interviews and unseen photos. For those interested in Bessette’s fashion legacy, Sunita Kumar Nair’s *CBK: Carolyn Bessette Kennedy: A Life in Fashion* offers a visual and anecdotal tribute to her timeless style. Meanwhile, Steven M. Gillon’s *America’s Reluctant Prince: The Life of John F. Kennedy Jr.* provides an extensive, 500-page exploration of JFK Jr.’s life, drawing on exclusive interviews and previously classified documents. Other notable titles include *Fairy Tale Interrupted: A Memoir of Life, Love, and Loss* by RoseMarie Terenzio, which offers a personal account from JFK Jr.’s executive assistant. Maureen Callahan’s *Ask Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed* takes a critical look at the Kennedy family’s history, exposing lesser-known stories of exploitation involving figures like Marilyn Monroe and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. Christopher Andersen’s *The Good Son:

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Originally published on Hollywood Reporter on 2/21/2026