Why read Just Add Water?

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A candid and inspiring memoir from Olympic gold medalist, world champion, and one of the best swimmers ever to compete: Katie Ledecky.

Katie Ledecky has won more individual Olympic races than any female swimmer in history. She is a three-time Olympian, a seven-time gold medalist, a twenty-one-time world champion, eight-time…

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1 author picked Just Add Water as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Lynn M. Griesemer

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Ledecky welcomes readers on a journey into her life by discussing people who shaped who she is today. Each chapter covers impactful stories, places and experiences, and what it takes to be a champion. Her determination, excellent coaching and strict dedication contributed to her success. "Just Add Water" illustrates the importance of one’s childhood, family, and community relationships and how they are directly related to being a well-grounded and well-rounded person. Katie Ledecky is a stellar example to women in and out of the pool.

From Lynn's 3 favorite reads in 2025.