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If You Ask Me (And of Course You Won't)
If You Ask Me - And of Course You Won't
Author: Betty White
ISBN-13: 9780399157530
ISBN-10: 0399157530
Publication Date: 5/3/2011
Pages: 260
Rating:
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 74 ratings
Publisher: Putnam Adult
Book Type: Hardcover
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14 Book Reviews submitted by our Members...sorted by voted most helpful

daredevilgirl013 avatar reviewed If You Ask Me (And of Course You Won't) on + 746 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 9
Very easy to read very funny book. I couldn't put it down once I started reading it and finished it in a few hours. If you love Betty and her humor and love of life then you will love this book. Just little quips about her life, things that have changed her and her outlook on life, etc. I really enjoyed it and felt like I was actually with her listening to her talk to me as if she was in the room right with me having an evening chat.
ReadswhenIcan avatar reviewed If You Ask Me (And of Course You Won't) on + 66 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
Who doesn't just love Betty White!! She is an awesome and amazing person and her book does not disappoint. It was an extremely fast read though. I finished this book in just a few hours. I wanting a little something more, but realized that she has written many books and will definitely be checking those out soon. Betty White is a true Hollywood treasure indeed!
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Helpful Score: 2
I'm not sure whether to recommend this book or not. I liked it and hated it at the same time. I love Betty White and was interested in her life and what she had to say. I was disappointed that she didn't talk more about her deceased husband, because I remember their game show times together. She barely talked about him, which is where I guess my disappointment comes in. The chapters are very short and therefore the book is an easy, fast read. I had also hoped to hear more about the other stars of the Golden Girls (all deceased except for Betty) and there isn't as much of that in the book either. I don't think Betty is the type to dish dirt on former co-stars, but I would have liked more info. Still, if you're a Betty White fan, the read is probably worth it. If you're a big animal lover, it's probably worth the read. There are pictures at the beginning of almost every chapter, and even though most don't correlate to the chapters at all, it helps to keep interest. I still love Betty White!
Readnmachine avatar reviewed If You Ask Me (And of Course You Won't) on + 1440 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Fun collection of thoughts and reminiscences from Betty White. Not a memoir or biography by any means, but a fun way to while away a few hours.
Sandiinmississippi avatar reviewed If You Ask Me (And of Course You Won't) on + 265 more book reviews
Perfectly cheerful and newsy book, just as witty as the author. I loved reading, putting down, picking back up. A perfect thing to keep beside other tasks and a good mood elevator. All she does - at her age!!!
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Love dear Betty White, was hoping this book would give more insight into her sunny outlook on life. It was "light and breezy" and left me wondering more about her early adult life.

She entertained us for so many years! A wonderful woman, strong in her convictions.
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Very quick, light read. Some cute anecdotes from Betty's life on TV as well as with her animals. Nothing scandalous (thank goodness- does anyone really want to hear Betty White dirt?!?) Enjoyable book that I was able to read in about 2 hours.
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Enjoyable way to spend a few hours with Betty White, reading this book you just feel like you're sitting right there with her.
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Fair book. I'm not a fast reader but I finished this in 2 nights. There is little substance; more like her thoughts on different things. Lightweight but if you really like Betty it's an OK book.
StrawberryOES avatar reviewed If You Ask Me (And of Course You Won't) on + 86 more book reviews
Very funny, but not what I expected in a book by Betty White. It is a very short read, and some parts are funny, but truly, I was disappointed in it.
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great lady great book
gretchenb avatar reviewed If You Ask Me (And of Course You Won't) on + 5 more book reviews
A fast, light read. Anyone who wants to know a little more about Betty White and what she thinks will enjoy it, but might not be satisfied. She has written about 9 other books, so one can keep reading.
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Ms. White is 95 years old and it's an autobiography. It will be a hot item when she dies.
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enjoed the book very much.