Hoda: How I Survived War Zones, Bad Hair, Cancer, and Kathie Lee Kindle Edition

Big Hoda fan before I read her book & appreciate her more after reading. She is so authentic detailing her life. She is interesting even if she wasn’t on the Today show. This is a nice, easy, interesting book that is great for your purse so you can read while waiting or at lunch since the chapters are episodes of her life rather than a story with cliffhangers. I find her inspiring, authentic, genuine & so full of joy. The world could use many more Hoda’s.

I am writing this review based on my Mom's opinion of the book, it was a gift to her. "I had a hard time putting it down. I really enjoyed the book, it gave a interesting view into her life, where she came from, the assignments she went on as a reporter and the dangers she encountered while on them. I've always liked Hoda on the the Today show, and this book has given me even more respect for her. She's worked hard to get to where she is."

While I'd heard of her before, I never really knew who she was. Taking me on her journey through life was exciting. She's had such an interesting life. And to learn that Kathie Lee isn't the ditzy diva I've always thought her to be was really surprising.

Well written in a fast paced sort of way. I found her travels with NBC to be both interesting and enviable. She takes the reader through the pain and suffering of cancer and other misfortunes. She deals with good luck and diligent work ethic very well. You do not need to be female to enjoy her book.

Good insight into one of the best anchors on network TV.She will inspire all women to go for it in today’s time.

I have always admired Hoda Kotb, ever since she was a reporter in our city of New Orleans -- everyone loved Hoda. Her voice and her smile are always genuine whether on air, on the sidewalk, and now in her book.It was interesting to learn about the education and leadership of Hoda's family in Eqypt and in the USA. The reader really gets to know her and enjoy her family relationships, especially her Mom who is quite a character and generously shares her recipes too. Hoda's crisis with cancer is inspirational and educational, while further deepening the support and relationship with her family.Everyone can identify at some time with Hoda. For example, being an African American woman, I sure could identify with her hair woes as an Egyptian woman. Sibling relationships, typical sneaky teen episodes, and cultural clashes were insightful as well as fun.Despite some of the lightheartedness, her strong character is clearly revealed. She was appropriately forthcoming about her failed marriage, but with the decency not to reveal her ex-husband's name which says a lot about her character and civility. Her crisis with breast cancer is inspirational and educational. On the subject of Katrina, I greatly appreciated her unbiased reporting while expressing her love for the City and its citizens.There were episodes so down right hilarious that I had to laugh out loud. This is a good read, and I learned a great deal about the media and reporting from inside the profession. Through HOda's generosity and insight, I even got to like Kathy Lee Gifford!

I loved this book. I love her too - she's a person you know you would be friends with if you met her. She's so honest and down to earth - love reading about her life.

Just started this book and already can't put it down....Love Hoda!!! She is so real and down to earth, you can't help but just smile when you see her. Can't wait to finish the entire book!!!

I loved this book and will definitely read her other books. I also would like to meet her in person.

Held my interest from the beginning. Beautiful person, inside & out.