A great read for any Ted Lasso fan! I love a good oral history and this one was well organized, charming, and funny, not unlike the show itself.

This is the perfect book for Ted Lasso fans. It digs into the origins of the character and then into the episodes themselves.

~~~Heaven knows I tried.~~~

Despite being an avid Ted Lasso fan now, I didn't understand the hype when it first premiered in 2020. I sat down in 2023, around the time of the third season premiere, and likely the show's final season. Finally, after hearing many good things about the show, I became a viewer myself. And it was wonderful!

This is all too say that Egner's book embodies the feeling of a Ted Lasso rewatch. The interview selections combined with narrative tells an immersive story of how the show came to be and how the creation of specific scenes originated in real time. As I read further, it felt like I was reading in the format of Trent Crimm, the reporter-cum-friend of the team who fictionally publishes a book about their growth. This book feels like a fan wrote it, with plenty of notes, sources, and connections to fill the pages.

I loved the show Ted Lasso, but this is more than Iever needed to know. This is a DNF for me. There's too much repetitive fawning over the actors to get past.

This is the perfect companion piece to one of the greatest modern television shows. A wonderful gift for any fans of Ted Lasso, and who can say they have watched the show and isn't a fan?!

The book is a great behind the scenes snapshot into how Ted Lasso came to be (I had no idea it was originally a commercial!) and the building of the characters and actors into the show that we all have come to love.

Highly recommend for fans and those who haven't yet seen the show to be introduced to Ted Lasso.

Thank you Net Galley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This is a book for the Ted Lasso super fan. I loved the show Ted Lasso, so I thought this might be a fun read, and it really was. Egner goes into a lot of detail on the making of the show and decisions that were made along the way, whether it be related to characters, plot points, or what overall themes they were trying to convey throughout the life of the show. I enjoyed this a lot, and it would be a great gift for the Ted Lasso fan in your life.

If you are a Ted Lasso fan you NEED to read this book. Fun go-along with the show. It gives another look into the show. definitely will recommend this to patron.

As a massive fan of Ted Lasso, Believe was a beautifully put together book cataloging the making, rise, and end of one of the world's favorite shows. While I didn't watch Ted Lasso while it was airing originally, I fell in love with it right after season 3 had finished and have been missing it ever since. Jeremy Egner did a wonderful job putting together behind-the-scenes info, interviews, and episode breakdowns all wrapped up in one easy read. Every chapter made me excited to re-watch the show just so I can notice all of the little details I missed the first time around!

If you've already watched and loved Ted Lasso, this book is going to be a treat for you as a fan. If you haven't read it yet, you'll still enjoy it but you'll have some spoilers on the way. But that's true of any book or article dedicated to a movie/book/show/podcast.

Jeremy Egner has categorized his information and fan following over Ted Lasso beautifully, and has put his heart and soul into the book, and it definitely shows. From the birth of Ted Lasso till its rising popularity in an unfortunate time - since it aired during the pandemic- everything has been subtly detailed and presented.

There are interviews and raw emotion associated with the book - and they are author's strong points too. I really liked that the narrative of the book follows the chronology of the show, which makes it easy to grab on to, and even better if you want to watch/ re-watch the show along with your reading of the book. Interesting, right? The quotations, chapter wise bibliography, and the Introduction to what led the author to start the book, are all plus points to the content of the book.

How did they cast all these great actors for Ted Lasso? How did they shoot all these really great games with stadiums full of fans? Want to hear quotes from pretty much everyone involved in the show? This is the book for you. As a huge fan of Ted Lasso, I was really excited for this book. This book really compliments the show and gave me some really interesting insight into a much beloved show. I really enjoyed hearing how the casting of characters led to the changes we saw in the show. I also really liked all of the references to various podcasts that I can check out. This truly is a great book about a great show. Thank you Net Galley and Penguin Group Dutton for an advanced copy of this book!

If you are a Ted Lasso fan, this book gives all the cool behind-the-scenes information about the series. I loved the chapters about important episodes and how the author really broke them down. This book made me want to rewatch the show ASAP!
Thank you to Dutton Books and NetGalley for the advance copy.

4.5 stars! If you love to read and loved Ted Lasso, this book is a must. I typically never want to re-watch a series but I’m seriously considering it after reading this. Thanks so much to NetGalley and Dutton Books for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review - pub day is today!

Ted Lasso is one of my all-time favorite shows, so needless to say, I was so excited to read this book! Thank you so much to NetGalley and Dutton for the advanced copy!

Ted Lasso really did kick its way into my heart! If that’s true for you too, you will probably love reading about the making of the show in Believe, The Untold Story Behind Ted Lasso. It reads like a series of interviews, with all the main characters and writers. This is a love story written specifically for fans of the show.

Thank you PENGUIN GROUP Dutton for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Believe: The Untold Story Behind Ted Lasso, the Show That Kicked Its Way into Our Hearts
by Jeremy Egner

Summary: This book provides behind-the-scenes information about the Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso. The book is based on interviews with cast, creators, and other personnel, and includes chapters that analyze key episodes and comment on the show's influences.

As a book lover more than a TV fan, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed Ted Lasso. This book is a behind-the-scenes look at the hit show is both captivating and insightful, especially for a show that celebrates "the importance of kindness and decency" and how these qualities can help people thrive.

The book discusses the show's origins, casting and actors, influences, messages, and reception among the public. Some of the book is organized by episodes, making it easy to rewatch my favorite scenes as I read, which enriched the experience. It ended up taking me twice as long to finish because I kept going back to watch parts as I read about them! Egner dives deep into why certain creative choices were made, and it was fascinating to see how intentional every storyline and character trait was in bringing out the show's heartfelt messages.

A word of caution—this book is full of spoilers! If you haven’t seen Ted Lasso, make sure to watch it first. Now that I’ve finished Believe, I’m ready for a full rewatch of the show with a fresh perspective on all the thoughtful details that make Ted Lasso truly special.

If you love Ted Lasso, you definitely need to read this. This book outlines some of the most important themes that were seen in the show through interviews with cast and crew. It is nice to see how the characters grew up and mature throughout the show, and the incredible actors who portrayed them, were magnificent in showing their growth.

Thank you to NetGalley, for an eARC, all opinions are my own.

Believe by Jeremy Egner--This upcoming behind-the-scenes look at the Ted Lasso tv series releases on 11/12. This extensive oral history of the show covers the 3 seasons with excerpts of interviews and commentary from the creators, actors, and crew of the series. It was almost too long and at times felt repetitive. I did really like looking back at the show and remembering why it was so enjoyable and heartwarming. Check it out if you're a fan of the show! Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance digital copy.

I loved the Ted Lasso series, I even own a Believe t-shirt, and was bummed when it ended. I was super excited about this insiders book. It definitely isn't a book for someone who hasn't seen the show. It did make me want to go back and rewatch some episodes. I was a bit disappointment with the content, I thought there would be photos and charming stories but it was mainly about the impressive process involved in filming a production. Film students would love this part. Not a favorite for me.

Believe by Jeremy Egner ⭐⭐⭐⭐

PENGUIN GROUP Dutton
Pub Date: 11-12-24

Thank you @netgalley, @duttonbooks, and @jeremyegner for this eARC.

If you're a fan of Ted Lasso (and who isn't?) you will enjoy this book. A glimpse behind the scenes of the series and a collection of thoughts from those involved in its creation.

Nothing makes a show more enjoyable for me than knowing that the cast and crew enjoyed making it, enjoyed each other, and continue their relationships following the series finale. This is clearly true of Ted Lasso.

I began a rewatch of the show - not my first - as I started reading this book. Both the show and the book are a warm hug that is much needed once again.

"I am amazed and I love that it means something to quite a few people. And I think that those people would be delighted if they knew the truth, which is it means the same to us."

"It was a love story through and through."

#believe #jeremyegner #penguingroupdutton #netgalley

For those that will forever be in their Ted Lasso era. I've had the show on a loop for the last year, well into the double digit viewings and I love it more than the first couple times of watching it. This was such a fun behind the scenes look at one of my favorite, heartwarming stories!! I loved the writing, rhe interviews with the cast, and the deep dive into some of the episodes.


Thank you Netgalley and PENGUIN GROUP Dutton for the ARC in exchange for my review!