Uncovered: The Naked Truth of Life, Love and Addiction

by Matt Mathews

In Uncovered, author Matt Mathews recounts a lifetime spent breaking the unfortunate cycle of addiction as well as sharing his experiences with growing up as a gay person in Alabama. With insights about the heartbreak of losing loved ones due to tragic events and how to break ties with those who harm us, as well as amusing anecdotes from his life as a professional boudoir photographer. A comedic self-help memoir and all around hilariously tragic story, The Naked Truth of Life, Love, and Addiction doesn’t take itself seriously as it faces many taboo topics we rarely discuss. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and in the end, you’ll survey your own life so you can better face the challenges this remarkable journey of human survival will relentlessly serve up.

Genres: Nonfiction

138 pages, Paperback

Published August 15, 2019

Reviews

[Leanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Touching story written by someone who has amazing wit and grace. And is funny AF

[Amber Rogers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very well written book! A truly inspiring story about a man that overcame so much in is younger years to become who he is today! You never know what some one else is going through and just be the best person you can be and your dreams are never to big to be achieved. Some very motivational words are in this book!!! Great job Matt Matthew’s I love you even more than just you being the farmer/comedian on tic tok!!! Thank you for this book!!!

[Amy Dalton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Matt is an entrepreneur and social influencer turned comedian most recently. I follow him on social media and did him funny and interesting so I bought his book. A quick read about his life growing up in Alabama with addicts and death all around him.

[McKenna Colster · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve followed Matt for quite a while on social media. After attending one of his comedy shows I decided to purchase his book. I enjoyed reading about his life and getting to know his history and where he came from. Definitely a good and funny read if you enjoy his social media content.

[Louisa Cornell · Rating 5 out of 5]

A poignant, inspiring, triumphant read ! If you are someone who has to deal with addiction in any way, if you are someone who constantly gets in your own way, you need to read this book! If you come away unamazed and uninspired hang it up. You are already gone!

[Cheyenne McKinnon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Matt Mathews memior, is one of the funniest, sad, most truthful that I have ever read. He is such an inspiration, adversity looks good on some people, but looks best on him. I have enjoyed everything from him farm chore videos, to his friendship with one of my favorite teen mom's (Kail Lowry), and beyond. I am also invested in all of his animals. I look forward to watching him perform his comedy life one day.

[Kristen Roberts · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice little autobiography about one of my favorite boudoir photographers turned TikTok famous comedians. He came from rough upbringings and he has suffered a lot of loss. But he has decided to breathe through it all, connect with animals and nature and be a better person. Very sweet. I read it all in one sitting in a couple hours. Nice palate cleanser from my normal books I read.

[Samantha Weis]

I have decided not to give memoires a star rating this year. It doesn't seem right to assign a rating to someone else's life story.
HOWEVER... I did enjoy this. It gave us the run down on Matt's upbringing, career come up, and current life in such a fun way. He brought seriousness and humor together in such a fun way.

[Jill Swartz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read. Matt has a way of making you feel you are not alone and always look for the positive. Following him on social media I did not realize the struggles he had with his family and growing up. I appreciate his openness and candid remarks on life, family and friendships. I enjoyed reading this book and recommend others to read it as well. Quick read, lots of laughs and heartfelt moments.

[Darcey · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book gave me all the feels. Matt has been through it. I had his voice in my head reading this and that is what made me laugh alot. He has been through so much and literally worked his butt off to the top. This book was published in 2019. So much has happened to him since then. I would love to see another book come out.

[Jessica Lewis · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved hearing Matt’s story in full! I laughed, cried, and was inspired. Definitely recommend for any fan. It was short, but to the point. I would love another book from him. My only critique is that there are some typos and grammar issues and some jumping around, but it wasn’t a big deal to me.

[LeiLani Renee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this! Was a very good read & such a touching book on life, love & everything good & bad. He is an amazing person who has gone through so much within his life. Also, he's a very hilarious comedian!!

[Jassmen Kant · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book in one day. It was so good.

[Tanya Von · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good little Sunday read, easy to read. I love reading about others story, how they got where they are and what they did to overcome when life brings drama.

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

A quick read but very impactful story of Matt's life and experiences that shaped who he became. I loved it!

[Heather Riff · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book in one sitting. I laughed and I cried. Loved it!

[Stephanie Evans · Rating 4 out of 5]

Touching story of Matt’s upbringing and life, with some humor thrown in. Loved it! Highly recommend.

[Kelly Greeke · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish everyone would read this book!!

[Taysha · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVE!!

[Jessica Brock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book

[Rebecca Madoerin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed Matt's journey & his spicey story telling.

[Kate]

Good quirky read. Fast paced. Enjoyable

[McKinna Benson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read this because my mom told me to. Haha. She is obsessed with this guy! I knew nothing about him. But flew through this book. Super easy read.

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“But the truth is that you cannot help an addict unless the addict wants the help from you. Remember, it’s ok to cut ties with people. Loving someone doesn’t mean you can’t end a chapter with them and move forward with your life. Sometimes it is a necessary evil. I think sometimes we allow our love for someone to hinder our reality and best judgment. Just because we love someone doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice our own life to change that person. You cannot help someone who doesn’t want to be helped.”

“I’ve also learned that though this crazy life comes with so much beauty, tragedy, despair, heartache, and wisdom, unfortunately there seems to be more “ugly and dark“ in this world than light. All we can do is muddle through this messy thing called life, love each other a little harder, hold each other a little tighter, and enjoy the moments we have with the ones we love most.”

[Lauren Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved hearing Matt’s story and the success he was able to find among all the hardships. An inspiring story!