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Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir

Name: Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir
Rating: 7.59 (604 reviews)
ISBN: 9780593799895

By Ina Garten

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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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Published Oct 1, 2024

320 pages

Average rating: 7.59

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Readers say Ina Garten’s memoir is warm, inspiring, and reads like a friendly chat, revealing her journey with honesty. Many enjoy her relatable voice...

boyleschris

Jul 19, 2026

Denise's recommendation 👍

Judi Thomsen

Dec 23, 2025

10/10 stars

Oh Ina! How I loved your story in your words! Bravissimo!

Dmar Smyth

Oct 30, 2024

8/10 stars

Great read about her amazing life!!

Nivi Saravanan

Oct 19, 2026

10/10 stars

Light and easy to listen to. Oh Ina.

AshleyG

Jun 03, 2026

9/10 stars

I listened to the audiobook and I enjoyed the entire book. It’s so interesting to hear of how her upbringing shaped her adult personality and then her incredibly supportive husband allowing her the freedom to make really big decisions. Truly inspiring.