Donald Trump says son Eric's new book 'Under Siege' is ‘breaking records’ - what is it about?
Eric Trump has reportedly called the process of writing the book ‘cathartic’ in an interview before the book's release on Tuesday
Donald Trump, on Tuesday, hailed his son Eric Trump's new book ‘Under Siege,' claiming that it is ‘breaking records everywhere.’
“Don’t forget to get a copy of my son Eric’s book, “UNDER SIEGE,” which is breaking records everywhere. It’s a phenomenal book, that’s a must read for everyone—Congratulations Eric, you deserve it!!!” Trump posted on Instagram.
In September, Eric Trump announced his book “Under Siege: My Family's Fight to Save Our Nation”.
According to a report by USA Today, 'Under Siege: My Family's Fight to Save Our Nation' book topped the Amazon best-sellers list on the day of the book's release – Tuesday, October 14.
What is Under Siege about?
According to reports, the synopsis of the book promises an “unfiltered look at the highs and lows of life within the Trump world", offering readers a candid perspective on the experiences and challenges faced by the family.
Following the shooting of conservative activist and Trump ally Charlie Kirk last month – Eric Trump had said on X that he would donate a portion of the proceeds to the organisation Kirk founded – Turning Point USA.
What Eric Trump said about the book?
Before the book's release, Eric Trump called the process of writing the book "cathartic" in an interview with the Daily Mail.
"I'm at the point in my life where there's no subject that's off limits,” he told the outlet. “I don't cowtail, I don't mince words. If it was in my heart it was in the pages of this book. There's nothing I held back,” Eric told the US media outlet.
How social media reacted to Eric Trump's book?
Eric Trump's new book attracted mixed reactions from netizens.
In response to Donald Trump's post congratulating his son, one person wrote: “Siege definition: A military operation in which enemy forces surround a town or building, cutting off essential supplies, with the aim of compelling the surrender of those inside.”
“No son of a Billionaire is ever, ever under siege.. what a ridiculous notion. Change the name to “cry me a river” while you’re stealing titles. Under Siege.. only thing good about that movie is when Erika Eleniak pops out of the cake,” wrote another X user.
Eric Trump, son of President Donald Trump and the late Ivana Trump, is an executive vice president of the Trump Organisation.