Craig Seligman presents an engaging and insightful comparison between two monumental figures in cultural criticism, Susan Sontag and Pauline Kael. Despite their shared backgrounds as philosophers, secular Jews, single mothers, and Westerners who moved east, they were each other's antithesis in temperament and critical style. 'Sontag and Kael: Opposites Attract Me' delves into their contrasting approaches to criticism. Kael's work radiates with an exuberant, emotional, and comedic touch, resembling verbal jazz, whereas Sontag's critiques exude formality and a certain coldness. Seligman's admiration for Sontag is clear; however, his affection for Kael adds a personal touch to this critical analysis. In examining their legacies, Seligman offers a tribute to both women, showcasing their individual magnificence and the indelible impact they left on cultural criticism.