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Everything Is Perfect Audible Audiobook – Original recording

Kate Nason (Author, Narrator), Audible Originals (Publisher)
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Seven years into her second marriage, Kate Nason discovered her husband was cheating on her. Then, the unimaginable happened. Kate woke to the news that one of her husband’s “other women” was involved with an American president. It was January of 1998. The press surrounded her home, clamoring for details and transformed Kate’s private heartbreak into public humiliation.

Nason’s memoir uncovers the little-known side of a well-known story, unveiling a cautionary tale about the ways we deceive ourselves when we allow ourselves to be deceived by those we love. Everything Is Perfect is an intimate reveal of infidelity, gaslighting, and the silent wife at the press conference. Nason explores the roles women inhabit throughout their lives, how they carry trauma, and the lengths they’ll go to protect their children and save themselves. It's a fierce and often funny self-reckoning, a meditation on learning to trust one’s intuition, and a case study of how one woman undid a bad “I do.”

In the tradition of Lisa Brennan Jobs' Small Fry or Chanel Miller’s Know My Name, Everything Is Perfect is a beautifully written, deeply personal, unsparing self-portrait that goes deeper than the familiar news story within.

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  1. Listening Length
    9 hours and 18 minutes
  2. Author
    Kate Nason
  3. Narrator
    Kate Nason
  4. Audible release date
    August 5, 2021
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Audible Originals
  7. ASIN
    B092FK6W72
  8. Version
    Original recording
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Product details

Listening Length 9 hours and 18 minutes
Author Kate Nason
Narrator Kate Nason
Audible.com Release Date August 05, 2021
Publisher Audible Originals
Program Type Audiobook
Version Original recording
Language English
ASIN B092FK6W72
Best Sellers Rank #107,974 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#8,349 in Biographies & Memoirs (Audible Books & Originals)
#13,711 in Memoirs (Books)

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4.3 out of 5 stars
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Mellie
5.0 out of 5 stars I had no idea...
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2023
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I had no idea this was going on too when the Clinton debacle with his intern went down. That would be an absolute nightmare being plunged into a nationwide scandal through no fault of your own. I couldn't put this one down. Her writing is excellent. You could feel the the events she was describing. I love books like that, that the writer can make you experience the scenario just with their words. She's been through a tremendous amount of trauma and I'm sure it took a lot to write this. When you're done the book, you might look at the people around you a little differently, just wondering "could they do this to ME!?!" I do not know what is wrong with Charlie that he could do these things over and over, looking at his family and knowing what he would do to them. I could understand once being a mistake, but this guy has issues. I'm highly, highly skeptical that this affair with the student did not start IN high school. The author, made it seem like it did, but articles I just read made it to be after high school. I could be wrong in my interpretation from the book, but it makes me wonder why he wasn't investigated, and why his current school welcomed him back with such vigor. That's insane. This stuff happens all the time and then when someone gets hurt there is wringing of the hands, and "if only we knew." Perhaps it was just different times then now. But I would not want a man like this teaching MY kids. The husband is such a disappointment as a human being. Without giving too much away, he seemed like an absolute dream come true. I would have struggled with that one too, he seemed too perfect. But you can't live your life in fear that everyone in the end is too good to be true and they're only going to ruin your life. You might really miss a gem of a friend or partner. I hope Mr third husband doesn't turn out to be a villain too. This woman needs peace. This book will stay with me for a while.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Mallory is Monica
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2023
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First, I had no idea that Mallory (Monica) had this history. Seems pretty relevant. And I thought all the name changes were too "noveley" for me, memoir reader. But I enjoyed the book, the writing was good and the story compelling. I hope the author has found happiness, because she sure as hell deserves it. Finally, I don't think I ever see the word "trailing" anywhere, but it's used many, many times in this book. Is it a West Coast thing?
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Maggie Sabatino
5.0 out of 5 stars Get It
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2024
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Exceptionally written. Such an interesting account that is convicting and TRUE in a moment of history where so much is muddy and untrue. I find Kate measured but accessible in a way very unique. You will enjoy the prose and the stories will leave your draw dropped.
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InnaNutshell
3.0 out of 5 stars 😐
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2024
I wasn't a fan of the salty language and material violence which frequently occurred with the author's young children in attendance. I kept reading because I had guessed who Mallory actually was and was interested in that perspective.
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Pam
5.0 out of 5 stars Very well written book about healing from a fractured life
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2024
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This story has been lived in part by many but none told so heartfelt as Kate has. I hope her life continued to be find the peace she made for herself and her children. Mary certainly took her veil and sheltered her through her heartache.
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Leera
4.0 out of 5 stars Raw Truth
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2023
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An interesting look into the narrator's view of how she ended up front and center in a scandal. The journey is narrated from the clarity of having survived. It's a wonderful read for women, especially those who find themselves in a scary or soul wrenching situation.
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Roberta Hill
5.0 out of 5 stars Sad but humorous
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2023
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Kate, I give you so much credit for writing this book. I am sure it could not have been easy, The disrespect shown when a husband, or wife, cheats, is a slap in the face. When someone cheats one time you might have it within you to forgive, but it sounded like Charlie would pounce on any female he came across. He wasn't showing much respect for the ladies he took up with either so that speaks volumes about him as a man! i loved the part, and it made me laugh out loud, when you threw the barometer out the window! Yay, Kate! The other funny part was when you took that ridiculous (probably unused) fly fishing rod and scratched his car. I give you credit, I would have broken it over his head. What a self absorbed ass he was!
Some of your personal thoughts really gave me some 'ah ha" moments, I went through a very volatile marriage and your thoughts on being grateful were exactly what I felt. I loved the poem about making a decision when your legs felt so heavy but then you were able to fly. YES!!! It took me too long also, to leave, and I left because to stay would have endangered myself and my kids. I remember walking into my apartment and just leaning against the door enjoying the peace. He wasn't there and I wouldn't have to deal with that. I didn't mind that I was working two jobs just to make ends meet. I was at peace and grateful. Do I regret staying too long? Definitely! But I can't do anything to change it but definitely learned to not get into any other situations. It is just easier to be by myself, now my kids are grown and gone with lives that are good. That is my reward.
So I really enjoyed your journey,; what a bumpy ride!. I remember seeing someone after my divorce and they couldn't get over how much more relaxed I looked. I told them I found my self-respect and it was priceless! I remember having second thoughts on my wedding day; sometimes we need to pay more attention to our instincts. But, I have my children and there is nothing else to say!
And I have to say I give you more credit for staying in the area you really disliked where all the neighbors knew, instead of going back to LA.
I am so sorry you had to go through all of that.
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Claire Morgan
5.0 out of 5 stars SO good!!
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2024
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Beautifully written and so shocking, I truly enjoyed reading this memoir from beginning to end. Thank you Kate for sharing your story. I will be telling all of my family and friends to read this!
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Hilal
5.0 out of 5 stars Non vedo l’ora di cominciare
Reviewed in Italy on May 9, 2023
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Can’t wait to start
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CLAIR LEWIS
3.0 out of 5 stars Everything is Perfect
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 2, 2023
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Found this ok. Struggled with it a bit. Found it interesting to read but felt I knew Mallory. Glad she moved on and is a happier place.
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SHERYL L AMBREY
5.0 out of 5 stars Read it in a day!
Reviewed in Australia on March 4, 2023
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So well written and though a harrowing time as Kate explains how she navigated the storm and looked for the gifts and the growth and emerged from the maelstrom whole and new. Learning to trust herself and listen to the small voice that we each have inside. Thank you Kate. I have to write down your inspirational words that spoke to me so loud and clear.
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