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Over the Top

By: Jonathan Van Ness
Narrated by: Jonathan Van Ness
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‘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. Entertainment & Celebrities LGBTQIA+ Creators Celebrity Heartfelt Funny Feel-Good Inspiring Thought-Provoking Sports LGBTQIA+
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Such a raw and gorgeous truth spoken by an absolute legend. Couldn’t stop listening. Thank you for sharing your story JVN!

Fantastic story! I laughed, I cried

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I got to the end of this book and better and more understanding person. Such an impactful story.

Amazing

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Their reading was incredible and such a wonderful beautiful account of their life. highly recommend

fantastic book!

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I laughed, I cried and everything else in between. What an incredible and raw insight into someone who I find truly inspiring!

Love love loved this!!

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Honestly loved loved LOVED this book! Jonathan is such an inspiration for all! Loved every moment of it! And his voice is so capturing and exciting! Damn this book is so fabulous!

Yes QUEEN!

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