
You'll Never Believe Me
A Life of Lies, Second Tries, and Things I Should Only Tell My Therapist
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Kari Ferrell
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Kari Ferrell
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This program is read by the author.
The compelling, edgy, compassionate, laugh-out-loud memoir from Kari Ferrell, formerly known as the "Hipster Grifter"
Before Anna Delvey, before the Tinder Swindler, there was Kari Ferrell. Adopted at a young age by a Mormon family in Utah, Kari struggled with questions of self-worth and identity as one of the few Asian Americans in her insulated community, leading her to run with the “bad crowd” in an effort to fit in. Soon, stealing from superstores turned into picking up men (and picking their pockets), and before she knew it, Kari had graduated from petty theft to Utah’s most wanted list. Though Kari was able to escape the Southwest, she couldn’t outrun her new moniker: the Hipster Grifter.
New York City’s indie sleaze scene had found its newest celebrity—just as Kari found herself in a heap of trouble. Jail time, riots, bad checks, and an explosion of internet infamy and fetishization put her name in the spotlight. Beyond the gossip and Gawker posts, there’s a side to Kari the media never saw—until now.
By turns rollicking and irreverent, warm and compassionate, You’ll Never Believe Me tells Kari’s story for the first time. A heartfelt narrative of redemption and reconciliation as Kari eventually dedicates her life to activism, social justice, and setting the record straight, this memoir introduces a fresh, hilarious new voice to the literary stage and offers listeners a nostalgic, uplifting, and at times unbelievable book that grapples with truth, why we lie, and what it means when our pasts don’t paint the whole picture.
A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.
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“Emphatically audacious, hysterical, and compelling. This is a crazy and beautiful story. Kari Ferrell writes with such heart, and she's so funny and charismatic. You can't help but root for her. Read this book!"—Cat Marnell, New York Times bestselling author of How To Murder Your Life
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Interesting but hollow.
- By J. D. Beck on 01-18-25
By: Lyndsy Spence
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Untouchable Jimmy Savile
- A Deeper Dive Than the BBC’s The Reckoning and Netflix’s Jimmy Savile: A British Horror Story
- By: Shaun Attwood
- Narrated by: RM Samuel
- Length: 9 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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Who was Jimmy Savile? More than anything he was a list of contradictions. He was a practising Catholic who raped young boys and girls and had sex with corpses. He was a God-fearing believer who participated in satanic rituals. He was an unprecedentedly generous charity fundraiser who was too tight to buy his own meals. He was a friend of princes and dukes who ate bacon sandwiches at his local greasy spoon. He was a peace activist who tied up troublemakers in his nightclubs and had them brutally beaten. He was a fairy godfather who hated children.
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Savile Exposed
- By Steven Gerweck on 01-09-25
By: Shaun Attwood
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Stalked
- The Complete Collection: 66 Terrifying True Crime Stories
- By: Ethan Hayes
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 10 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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The Complete Collection: All 5 Volumes Under One Cover! Every day, countless lives are shattered by the silent menace of stalking—a pervasive threat that transcends age, gender, and social status. It preys on the innocent, leaving victims trapped in fear and anguish. These are their stories. STALKED is a powerful collection of firsthand accounts from survivors who have endured the torment of stalking. Their unfiltered narratives reveal the harrowing realities of obsession—manipulation, intimidation, and shattered security—while also showcasing the resilience and strength needed to ...
By: Ethan Hayes
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Mental Health & Murder
- Understanding the Darkness That Consumed My Sister
- By: Joe Hastings
- Narrated by: Patrick Shannon
- Length: 4 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
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With those chilling words, the author’s world was shattered. What began as an unimaginable tragedy unraveled into a devastating story of mental illness, family bonds, and the fragile line between love and fear. In this gripping true crime memoir, the author takes listeners inside the courtroom where shocking revelations exposed the depth of his sister’s mental unraveling. Through raw and unflinching honesty, he reflects on the haunting events that led to that fateful day and the lasting impact on those left behind.
By: Joe Hastings
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Man, 35, Charged in Double Slaying
- The Domino Effect of Addiction
- By: Shelly Meyer-Holland
- Narrated by: Shelly Meyer-Holland
- Length: 6 hrs and 57 mins
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The Meyer family of Beaver Dam Wisconsin were not your run of the mill group of kin folk. Being the daughter of the infamous Ruth and Russell Meyer back in the 60’s was a roller coaster of fun times and tragic events. As children, we had the best times with dad. Fishing, skating, him bringing home a monkey, wrestling a bear, and finding humor in everyday functions such as farting. I have fond memories of him. My dad was a hilarious and lovable character. But when he was drinking, he became extremely violent.
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Author is so wise
- By feline friend on 02-25-25
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With Hell in Their Hearts
- The Taylor Boys and the Little Girl Who Lived
- By: Charles Huddleston
- Narrated by: Charles Huddleston
- Length: 5 hrs and 21 mins
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Like the script of a riveting Hollywood Western and nearly forgotten for over 130 years, the Meeks Family Tragedy of 1894 is one of the most heartbreaking stories in the history of America. From bank fraud, bribery, “blind tiger” saloons and cheating at cards, to poisoning, insurance fraud, Mickey Finns, murder and more, this is a fascinating look at the treacherous Taylor Boys.
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Murder and Retribution
- By Charles K. Hippler on 02-15-25
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The Long Road to Justice
- Unraveling Alex Murdaugh's Tangled Web
- By: Amie Williams, Shana Hirsch
- Narrated by: Kassidy O'Connell
- Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins
- Unabridged
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In The Long Road to Justice: Unraveling Alex Murdaugh's Tangled Web, juror 864, Amie Williams offers a first-hand account of her experiences in the jury box, chronicling the many revelations contained in one of the most sensational criminal cases in South Carolina. Analyzing the trial's most compelling moments including key evidence and witness testimony, Williams offers listeners a better understanding of not only the trial itself but also the sacrifices that come with serving on a jury on a high-profile case.
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i enjoy anything Murdaugh Murders
- By Douglas McDaniel on 04-01-25
By: Amie Williams, and others
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Angel of Death
- Uncover The Darkness of Nightmare Nurse, Jane Toppan
- By: Ryan Green
- Narrated by: Steve White
- Length: 4 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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In 1895, elderly patients were quietly dying one by one, yet no one sounded the alarm – until an entirely family passed away. All had been in the care of nurse Jane Toppan and suspicions hit the roof. Dilated pupils, feverish bodies, and erratic rambling left doctors baffled, but these weren’t the signs of illness. They were the marks of something far more sinister. Toppan manipulated her patients' dosages, watching them drift between life and death. For her, each fatal dose was not a crime, but a twisted act of mercy—a dark salvation from suffering.
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Medicine and murder...
- By txdoc on 01-13-25
By: Ryan Green
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Dirtbag Queen
- By: Andy Corren
- Narrated by: Andy Corren
- Length: 10 hrs and 4 mins
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“Because she was my mother, the death of zaftig good-time gal Renay Corren is newsworthy to me, and I treat it with the same respect and reverence she had for, well, nothing. A more disrespectful, trash talking woman was not to be found.” So began Andy Corren's unforgettable obituary for his mother, Renay Mandel Corren, in her hometown paper The Fayetteville Observer, a tribute that went on to touch the hearts of millions around the globe. In his brief telling of the life and legend that was Renay, Andy captured only a slice of his loving and fabulously unconventional mother.
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Oh, Mama!
- By Placeholder on 02-11-25
By: Andy Corren
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Red September
- A Fool's Dream
- By: Robert N. Thomas
- Narrated by: Chris Thomas
- Length: 4 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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"Red September," Robert N. Thomas plunges listeners into the turbulent life of Steve Lyn, a Jamaican drug dealer whose American ascent ends in a stunning downfall. Against the gritty Jamaican backdrop and the allure of the American dream, the book traces Steve's swift rise from modest origins to a drug empire. He builds his kingdom with ambition and street smarts, only to be abruptly deported back to Jamaica at the peak of his success.
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Great Book !
- By Aunyá Thomas on 01-13-25
By: Robert N. Thomas
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The Inherited Mind
- A Story of Family, Hope, and the Genetics of Mental Illness
- By: James Longman
- Narrated by: James Longman
- Length: 8 hrs and 5 mins
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A compelling memoir by ABC News correspondent James Longman in which he discusses mental illness and trauma in families, what the latest genetic science is telling us, and how to not only persevere but thrive.
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I am not alone in my depression
- By Anonymous User on 04-08-25
By: James Longman
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Happy to Help
- Adventures of a People Pleaser
- By: Amy Wilson
- Narrated by: Amy Wilson
- Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins
- Unabridged
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Amy Wilson has always been an ultimate helper. As a big sister, Girl Scout, faithful reader of teen magazines, personal assistant, sitcom sidekick, and, finally, mother of three, Amy believed it was her destiny to be a people pleaser. She learned to put others first, to do what she was told, to finish what she started, and to look like she had everything under control, even when she very much did not. Along the way, Amy started to wonder why doing it all had been her job.
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This book left no great impression on me, which is how I know if I’ve just read a good book.
- By dbrakeley on 04-21-25
By: Amy Wilson
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Curated True Crime #12: Deadly Stalkers
- Murder, Madness & Mayhem (Curated True Crime, Volume 12)
- By: Jamie Malton, Aiden Galway
- Narrated by: Greg Sisco
- Length: 3 hrs and 56 mins
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In Curated True Crime Volume #12: Deadly Stalkers you'll learn about some of the most chilling, premeditated and calculated murders by obsessive stalkers. Follow law enforcement, detectives, and forensic experts as they connect the threads of evidence that lead to relentlessly solving these tragic mysteries.
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A Four star read/listen
- By Roger Fauble on 03-28-25
By: Jamie Malton, and others
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The Secret History of the Rape Kit
- A True Crime Story
- By: Pagan Kennedy
- Narrated by: Claire Danes
- Length: 5 hrs and 21 mins
- Unabridged
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In 1972, Martha "Marty" Goddard volunteered at a crisis hotline, counseling girls who had been molested by their fathers, their teachers, their uncles. Soon, Marty was on a mission to answer a question: Why were so many sexual predators getting away with these crimes? By the end of the decade, she had launched a campaign pushing hospitals and police departments to collect evidence of sexual assault and treat survivors with dignity. She designed a new kind of forensics tool—the rape kit—and new practices around evidence collection that spread across the country.
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A forgotten woman who changed the world
- By Gregory J. Baldwin on 01-19-25
By: Pagan Kennedy
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- Amazon Customer
- 03-31-25
Very interested and perfect the way she didn’t do too long in one area
I liked it. It was fast moving. And she didn’t stay very long at each segment.
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- Maxim P.
- 01-26-25
a riveting, scatterbrained tale
Kari is a captivating storyteller, excellent writer, and engaging narrator. Had she passed me a note in a Williamsburg bar, I'd probably be missing my watch right now.
If you're wondering if you should get the book, you probably should. But while the experience of listening to Ms. Grifter's (mis) adventures was enjoyable, I also found her story scatterbrained, and this book is probably published 10 years too early. Kari earnestly describes her upbringing and challenges as an adoptee, a member of the Mormon church, and a young girl. She touches on a lot of relatable and interesting topics, although it's not clear how these transition into her misdeeds in early adulthood.
And once the grifting begins, there's no stopping the runaway train. While Kari openly acknowledges her need for attention, and that her actions were wrong and hurtful, she continues to circle back on her challenges as a Korean American and an ex-Mormon.
A lot of topics are raised, and a lot of important details are skipped over. For example, the book largely avoids any mention of how Kari's court case played out, how long she was sentenced for, or why she was released. The book touches on body issues, racism, and harassment, but never quite ties them together.
Instead, Ms. Farrell continues to lament her worsening circumstances, and lash out about all the microagressions (and often blatant racism) she's receiving, while showing little remorse for her lies, beyond "oh, I was so broken."
The book concludes with (spoiler alert!) a visit it to her homeland, where Kari finally feels whole. But so many questions remain unanswered -- why did she do it, what did she learn, does she feel any genuine remorse?
That said, it was a wonderfully narrated, wonderfully written ride. A minor gripe is that there were bits of audio inserted multiple times throughout the book that had a clearly different tone and sound quality.
Get the book, enjoy the ride! Just don't expect it to go too deep.
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- Randy YH
- 01-29-25
I believe you!
Honest, redemptive, funny, instructive . A great story with elements of growth through self understanding and tribulation. Plus the author is a fantastic wordsmith .
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- buyer
- 03-16-25
Crazy life - profound personal growth
Makes you cringe places as she enjoys - well told vivid story that is fun and a valuable lesson in showing how to change - she is bright and has some very astute and sad observations of women incarcerated in our society. She sort of starts and ends with the question of why did I do it and seemed simple to me - she was trying to survive - she met someone whom she loved and loved her back and she had the power to embrace her past and her future - loved it!
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- RGB
- 01-13-25
Painful but honest
Interesting story but I am not sure why she didn’t get help earlier in her life.
Also, I wish editors would drop about 50% of the “fu**” words. And this from someone who uses the word! Too many and they don’t have any impact other than being crass.
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- Audrey Fine
- 01-26-25
Surprisingly great writer
Like Cat Marnell and Julia Fox before her, Kari Ferrell, crammed a whole lot of living into her younger years and, despite everything stacked against her, not only survived to tell about it, but used her pain to propel her forward. Interesting book that’s very well written and narrated. I hope WB or some other studio resurrects her pitch and that we get to see her (and her story) played out on the small (or big) screen at some point.
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- Adan romero
- 01-16-25
The real is real
The authenticity in this storytelling fueled me. I have lived a life that has taken me down the scenic route of life and hearing her tell her story with complete honesty makes this an amazing experience.
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- Emily Bajema
- 02-06-25
That was going to be my title!
I always swore that if I ever wrote a memoir, I’d call it “You’ll Never Believe Me.” Kari Ferrell won the title fair and square— it’s an incredible story— absolutely worth buying!
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- Jennifer l.
- 01-30-25
Rip off artist does jail time
It’s difficult to root for this girl who for most of the book, describes how she lies and steals from friends and strangers for years without gaining much insight about her behavior.
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