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Over the Top

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 Celebrity Heartfelt Funny Inspiring Feel-Good Thought-Provoking Witty Sports LGBTQIA+
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as a pansexual and gender non conforming woman who has struggled and continues to battle with lots of mental health issues, this book made me feel like maybe I can learn to like myself. because jvn is my most favourite human being, and if he can hit those lows and still be lovable. maybe I can too.

what a Queen among Queens

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Such an incredible life story. I didn’t think I could love him more, but now I know who I love.

Fabulously honest

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This book is so brilliant! Uplifting and super real! Raises important issues but is fast moving and hilarious simultaneously. Well done JVN

Brilliant!

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Everyone should hear this story and it's told in a funny and brave and compassionate way ❤️😊

Love love loved it!

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I am so honoured that I got to listen to Jonathan's story and that he was brave enough to share it with the world. So much of his life resonates with my own. Listening to this book I laughed out loud and cried out loud. I'm so happy that Jonathan is who is today.

An briantly told emotional roller-coaster

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