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Over the Top

By: Jonathan Van Ness
Narrated by: Jonathan Van Ness
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SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

Over The Top [is] a lightning bolt – devastating and stirring … generous and frank.’ The Observer

Who gave Jonathan Van Ness permission to be the radiant human he is today? No one, honey.

The truth is, it hasn’t always been gorgeous for this beacon of positivity and joy.

Before he stole our hearts as the grooming and self-care expert on Netflix’s hit show Queer Eye, Jonathan was growing up in a small Midwestern town that didn’t understand why he was so…over the top. From choreographed carpet figure skating routines to the unavoidable fact that he wasjust so gay, Jonathan was an easy target and endured years ofjudgement, ridicule and trauma - yet none of it crushed his uniquely effervescent spirit.

Over the Top uncovers the pain and passion it took to end up becoming the model of self-love and acceptance that Jonathan is today. In this revelatory, raw, andrambunctious memoir, Jonathan shares never-before-told secrets and reveals sides of himself that the public has never seen. JVN fans may think they know the man behind the stiletto heels, the crop tops, and the iconic sayings, but there’s much more to him than meets the (queer) eye.

You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll come away knowing that no matter how broken or lost you may be, you’re a Kelly Clarkson song, you’re strong, and you’ve got this.

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©2019 Jonathan Van Ness (P)2019 Simon & Schuster UK
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I love Jonathan on Quee Eye and this book basically makes you feel like you are spending hours in his bubbly, life-affirming company. It was a lot more moving than I expected, with some really heart-wrenching moments and enlightening passages. I think bullied youngsters would benefit immensely from this book, such an inspiring story but also a light, funny read.

Darker than I expected; as funny as I expected!

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I’ve listened to my fair share of audio books now, and this has to be one of the best. Jonathan’s performance is so natural, yet powerful - I didn’t want it to end. Genuinely felt they were just chatting away with you, but in an eloquent and fun way.

Very moving in parts and you could truly feel Jonathan’s emotions during those moments.

Couldn’t recommend enough, even if you’re not familiar with them from Queer Eye!

Beautifully told, heartwarming and uplifting

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A truly authentic, raw and real journey, read by a totally open author. Worth a listen, especially if you are a Queer Eye fan!

Positivity Honest and Beautiful

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I loved hearing JVN's story. It had great pace, wasn't self indulgent and was as beautiful and humble and entertaining as you see on TV. Obvs with loads more honesty. I love how inspiring JVN is with his honesty and humour and realness

I loved it and now I live JVN even more

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though not a part of the LGBTQ+ Community. but I related with struggle, lost of oneself, self sabotage, and the general struggle to except and love yourself. Over The Top is so realtable in so many ways, and even if not in experience, you will find yourself somewhere in Jonathans words

this is brilliant. well don, QUEEN!!!!

relatable

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I loved this book. You get to see another part of him that makes him even more beautiful

Amazing!

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Such a good read, JVN brings his everything to this book! You don't need to be a Queer Eye fan to enjoy this, Jonathan is beyond an interesting, intelligent individual who brings real emotion to this read.

Fascinating!

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I enjoyed every second of that book and would 100% recommend it.
To answer his question of if I would still love him after hearing his story: totally!
Thank you for sharing such an intense story while making me laugh and internally cry.

A fantastic book and story

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If you love JVN you will love this book. A real insight into his life, uplifting and funny. Made me love him more! Easy to listen to and his recognisable voice carries you through the stories painting a wonderful picture as you go. Highly recommended.

Perfect JVN realness

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This was a wonderful story of hardship, abuse and learning to self love. It had me crying and laughing in equal measure.

Brilliant Emotional Story

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