This biography investigates the life and tragic trajectory of Kathleen 'Kick' Kennedy, examining how her personal choices and social standing intersected with the broader pressures of the Kennedy family dynasty. Lynne McTaggart utilizes archival research and personal accounts to reconstruct the life of the socialite who defied convention. The text argues that her experiences reflect the tension between individual autonomy and the rigid expectations of the British aristocracy and American political elite.

Critics often note the narrative accessibility of the prose, which balances historical rigor with a biographical focus on personal relationships. Historians frequently cite this work as a primary resource for understanding the social dynamics of the Kennedy family during their time in England.