Over the top : : a raw Journey to Self-Love

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Call Number: 791.45 Va, Adult Book / Nonfiction / Biography / Musicians & Entertainers / Van Ness, Jonathan
On Shelf At: Downtown Library, Pittsfield Branch, Westgate Branch

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All the parts -- Jack -- The loyal tea -- Roundoff back handspring full -- Lovestarved -- [image of an eggplant] -- Gutsy queen -- Mr. Clean -- Jonathan and the no good, very bad summer -- The Khaleesi within* *except that whole unfortunate ending -- Who is she? -- On the ice.
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 was Just. So. Gay., Jonathan was an easy target and endured years of judgment, 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, and rambunctious 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.

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True to the author submitted by Princess Cimorene on July 19, 2020, 1:32pm Whether you read it or listen to the audiobook (the author narrates), JVN's lovable, enthusiastic, and earnest voice is unmistakable. He delves into some difficult truths, but his optimistic spirit always keeps shining through and makes this a hopeful, uplifting read.

poignant submitted by crp on August 11, 2021, 11:12am this is a poignant story punctuated with humor and wit; everybody who watches Queer Eye should definitely read this!

Moving submitted by rmhawkins on June 13, 2022, 2:15pm This is such an excellent read and I cannot recommend it more. JVN has a very distinct voice and story, which is easy to connect to. Hope others read it too!