Beautiful on the Outside: A Memoir

by Adam Rippon Narrated by Adam Rippon

Overview

Former Olympic figure skater and self-professed America's Sweetheart Adam Rippon shares his underdog journey from beautiful mess to outrageous success in this hilarious, big-hearted memoir that the Washington Post calls "comedic gold."

Your mom probably told you it's what on the inside that counts. Well, then she was never a competitive figure skater. Olympic medalist Adam Rippon has been making it pretty for the judges even when, just below the surface, everything was an absolute mess. From traveling to practices on the Greyhound bus next to ex convicts to being so poor he could only afford to eat the free apples at his gym, Rippon got through the toughest times with a smile on his face, a glint in his eye, and quip ready for anyone listening. Beautiful on the Outside looks at his journey from a homeschooled kid in Scranton, Pennsylvania, to a self-professed American sweetheart on the world stage and all the disasters and self-delusions it took to get him there. Yeah, it may be what's on the inside that counts, but life is so much better when it's beautiful on the outside.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"To be clear: Rippon is funny. He lands a joke like it's a triple axel, with eyebrow-raising, hilarious passages that demand to be read out loud to whomever is nearby...Comedic gold."—Washington Post

"Beautiful on the Outside is a fascinating study in motivation, concentration, and discipline, and one that has lessons for anyone in pursuit of excellence. The fact that it is so full of laughs only makes it that much better." —New York Journal of Books

"Rippon's strength is apparent, and it's easy to see why he is an inspiration to many. From the first line, the writing is conversational and relatable and will engage readers throughout...Highly recommended." —Library Journal (starred review)

"Rippon's personal story is as moving as the account of his success on the ice...This is a no-holds-barred, coming-of age sports memoir. Rippon may have started his career as an underdog, but he prevailed, thanks to his resilience, laser-focused work ethic, and acerbic sense of humor." —Booklist (starred review)

"Delightful...This fun, inspirational memoir will appeal to ice-skating fans who enjoy personality-driven narratives." —Publishers Weekly

"Beautiful on the Outside is funny, relatable, and incredibly inspiring from start to finish."—HelloGiggles

OCTOBER 2019 - AudioFile

Figure skater Adam Rippon made as much news off the ice as on it during the 2018 Winter Olympics. If you were captivated then, you’ll want to hear his memoir. With a poised delivery and lots of personality, Rippon details training with a succession of coaches; his close and complicated relationship with his mother; and coming out as gay, first to friends and family and then on the international stage. Rippon knows how to tell a story, and his anecdotes range from funny to intimate to TMI. His long road to the Olympics included struggles with perfectionism and disordered eating, and he’s candid about the 2018 controversy with Vice President Pence. Listen for Rippon’s inspiring journey, or for an insider’s view of the world of competitive figure skating. J.M.D. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine

Product Details

BN ID:	2940173656148
Publisher:	Hachette Audio
Publication date:	10/15/2019
Edition description:	Unabridged

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