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Unlovable

A memoir from the voice of Savage Garden

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Unlovable

By: Darren Hayes
Narrated by: Darren Hayes
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Darren Hayes was always a storyteller. As a child, in suburban Queensland in the 1970s, he told himself he was going to be a pop star - and he did it. Throughout Savage Garden's astonishing success - which included multiple Australian number 1s, cracking the US charts and selling more than 35 million albums worldwide - he kept telling us stories of love and longing, through his vulnerable, open song lyrics.

But the reality of his life was much more complicated than the constraints of a three-minute pop song.
In Unlovable, for the first time, Darren recounts the events and circumstances that shaped his unique life: from the childhood trauma of growing up with a violent, alcoholic father, his journey with depression, to the dizzying heights of worldwide fame in Savage Garden, and everything in between.

Told in his own lyrical words, Unlovable is a magical dark fairytale that reclaims the terrors and obstacles of his past to reveal the fabulous artist he has become.

©2024 Darren Hayes (P)2024 Penguin Random House Australia Audio Best of 2024 Editors Select Entertainment & Celebrities Indigenous Creators Mental Health Awareness Heartfelt Inspiring Thought-Provoking
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I have such a deeper respect for the author after listening to his life story so far. I always loved his music but knew nothing about his life.
I’m struggling to put into words just how moved I am by listening. Definitely a must listen/ read

What a beautiful story of resilience

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I cried I laughed I just wanted to hug Darren ! what an incredible story he tells ! 10/10 for me !

such an amazing life

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Another triumph for Darren Hayes. I was completely captivated from end to end, by the tragic and exciting life he has lived so far. Darren’s memoir is essential in the discussion about violence against women, bullying, gay youth, and mental health.

From spectacular impressions of Stevie Nicks, to the darkest, most terrifying moments of his life. Star Wars, Michael Jackson, and the tragic meaning behind his masterpiece “Two Beds & a Coffee Machine”. You won’t be disappointed!!

Heartbreaking, raw, irreplaceable!

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The highs and heart breaking lows of an unassuming icon. Part therapy session part trip down memory lane of Australian music at its peak.

Unapologetically raw

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I wasn't a huge fan of Savage Garden, but this is an excellent memoir! Definitely worth the listen! I wish I had a time machine to go and save little Darren

Excellent memoir

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I loved hearing Darren’s story. I had no idea that he had such a distressing childhood. During this telling of his deeply personal story I just wanted to give him a big hug and tell him he is an incredible human being. This is my favourite biography I have read so far.

Very Interesting and also quite sad

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Highly recommend, an insightful journey. Highs, lows and everything in between. Love the hybrid accent. Hoping for part 2 of an incredible life in years to come.

A life of a sweet soul.

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Darren Hayes digs deep and exposes the flaws that so many of us have, or can at least relate with. His honest shared experiences and hidden brilliance makes me love him even more. I certainly enjoyed this memoir and would highly recommend it to any Savage Garden fan. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A "Truely, Madly, Deeply" must read.

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Incredibly moving and honest account of a at times very dark lived human experience. You don't even need to know about Savage Garden/Darren Hayes to connect to this deeply personal memoir.

Incredibly Moving

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As a Savage Garden Fan, and was so in love with Darren it was heartbreaking to hear his words, this is a wonderful book and I wish Darren all the happiness he deserves, cause God only knows how hard he has worked for it, love u truly deeply ❤ 💔 💙 😢 ♥ 🙏 Kerry-Ann Keys

a little boy who just wanted to be loved and excepted by everyone

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