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Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir

In her long-awaited memoir, Ina Garten—aka the Barefoot Contessa, author of thirteen bestselling cookbooks, beloved Food Network personality, Instagram sensation, and cultural icon—shares her personal story with readers hungry for a seat at her table.

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320 pages

Average rating: 7.85

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KittyCetola
Mar 04, 2025
8/10 stars
Very interesting read.
Juliaj
Feb 16, 2025
10/10 stars
Loved this book about Inas life. So interesting how she seized opportunities her way.
Peanuts56
Feb 09, 2025
9/10 stars
A memoir written by the renowned chef, Ina Garten. Ina tells her life story in an entertaining, thoughtful manner. Her career development is a fascinating story. Loved the book!
wendyhale
Jan 24, 2025
10/10 stars
Loved this memoir. I laughed a lot and smiled the whole time I was reading. I loved how open Ina was about her “luck” and hard work and really enjoyed learning more about her life. We had the Coconut cake (cupcakes) and look forward to trying more of her recipes.
erinumlauf
Jan 21, 2025
8/10 stars
not profound, but read it in 2 days. made me want to roast a chicken. did roast a chicken, but it didn't come out nearly as good as it sounded in the book.

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