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Read By: Jeremy Bobb Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 7.67 hours at 1.5x Speed 5.75 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: April 2012 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781442355033

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

27

Longest Chapter Length:

49:44 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

11:21 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

25:40 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

4

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Publisher Description

An intimate and fascinating memoir by Clint Hill, who spent four years as First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy’s Secret Service agent.

Even today, decades after JFK’s presidency and Jackie’s death, the public continues to be fascinated with the former First Lady. Clint Hill will forever be remembered as the agent who jumped onto the car after President Kennedy was shot and clung to the sides of the car as it sped toward the hospital. Now, in Mrs. Kennedy and Me, he recounts those painful memories along with his fonder recollections of the First Lady’s strength, class, dignity, and beauty during the time he was assigned as her personal agent.

     Hill was by Mrs. Kennedy’s side for some of the happiest moments in her life as well as the darkest. He was there for the birth of John, Jr. as well as for the birth and sudden death of Patrick Bouvier Kennedy on August 8, 1963. Hill was there for Jackie’s first meetings with men like Aristotle Onassis, Gianni Agnelli, and Andre Malraux; Jackie’s trips to Europe, Asia, and South America; Kennedy-family holidays in Hyannis Port; and the dark days following the assassination. They addressed each other as “Mrs. Kennedy” and “Mr. Hill,” even though they were often closer to each other than they were to their respective spouses—yet their relationship remained professional. An astonishing and intimate portrait, told for the first time, Mrs. Kennedy and Me is a remarkable and true story of heroism, heartbreak, and humanity.

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"I really enjoyed this book, especially since I remember as a young girl the fascination that everyone had with Jacqueline Kennedy during the White House years and after. The author, Clint Hill, was the Secret Service agent assigned to protect Mrs. Kennedy during President Kennedy's tenure in the White House. He describes those years with such respect and admiration for her. It is a heartwarming and tragic story that will bring most to tears. This book was hard to put down and detailed his time with her from 1960 to 1964."

— Renae (5 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “With clear and honest prose free of salaciousness and gossip, Hill (ably assisted by McCubbin) evokes not only a personality both beautiful and brilliant, poised and playful, but also a time when the White House was filled with youth and promise. Of the many words written about Jacqueline Kennedy, these are among the best.”  

    — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
  • “A worshipful, competent insider’s glimpse of a matchless first lady whose diplomatic skills and glamour enabled her to do the unthinkable: briefly wrest the Mona Lisa from France.”

    — Publishers Weekly
  • “[Mrs. Kennedy and Me] conveys a sense of honesty and proves to be an insightful and lovingly penetrating portrait of the Jacqueline Kennedy that Hill came to know.”

    — USA Today

Awards

  • A New York Times bestseller

Mrs. Kennedy and Me Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 4.37037037037037 out of 54.37037037037037 out of 54.37037037037037 out of 54.37037037037037 out of 54.37037037037037 out of 5 (4.37)
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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Narration Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Story Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    — joan paul, 6/24/2018
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Interesting, sweet, loyal, and then very painful recollections. Wonder if his wife was at all concerned by his close relationship with Jackie. Can't tell if he secretly loved her or if he was just captivated by her like everyone else. Also, curious now how differently the Secret Service operates now versus back then. "

    — Karin, 2/18/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Fascinating behind-the-scenes look at Jacqueline Kennedy from the perspective of her Secret Service agent. I highly recommend it. "

    — Todd, 2/5/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Outstanding book with a very different look at an amazing person "

    — Jack, 2/5/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " WOW... what a book. I always knew Secret Service Agents worked hard... but I had no idea. I 'read' this book on Audible and had to come up with excuses to listen rather than participate in other activities. "

    — Liz, 2/5/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I stayed awake half the night reading this book and finished it the next night. I haven't done that in years! "

    — Patti, 2/3/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book was awesome! You really get a feel for what was going on back then. "

    — Ima, 2/1/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Found this book very interesting. What the job entails for their safety. "

    — Donna, 1/21/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I'm not a history buff in the least, but reading this made me learn so much about this family & want to learn more! LOVED it. "

    — Meghan, 1/20/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A well written love letter to Mrs. Kennedy, and an absolutely fascinating look at the time period and what the Secret Services is charged with. I really liked the easy style of the writing and the fact that I learned new things. "

    — Jason, 1/15/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book was amazing, I loved every minute and did not want it to end. Extremely well written. "

    — Lisa, 12/25/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A unique glimpse into JBK's life in the White House. "

    — Suzan, 11/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A very different view of the Kennedy White House years. Definitely worth reading. "

    — Patty, 11/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I loved this book. There's been some criticism of Clint Hill, the author, but I believe this is a wonderful account of his time spent with Jacqueline Kennedy and his brief brushes with JFK himself. I will probably read this again in the future. I'm a Kennedy addict of course. "

    — Bettyann, 10/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Yes, it was a fascinating historical account though woodenly written. Hill's portrait of Jackie was (if not unrealistically) annoyingly doting. "

    — Ivy, 9/30/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I, along with 99% of the US population, have always been interested in Jackie and the way she lived. This was a great book, especially coming from a man's perspective. Great book! "

    — Kelly, 8/26/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Interesting at first but then too corny and a bit superficial, I felt. Sad story. "

    — Shelly, 6/25/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Be sure to watch the Mike Wallace interview on you tube after you finish the book "

    — Peggy, 6/25/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I really enjoyed it, this book offers a very unique look into the private life of Mrs. Kennedy during the White House years. "

    — Kelsey, 6/5/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I really enjoyed this book. Very fast read. "

    — Tina, 5/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A very enjoyable book by the Secret Service Agent, Clint Hill, assigned to guard Mrs. Kennedy throughout her time in the White House. Clint Hill also was on duty and by the car when President Kennedy was shot. An intriguing look behind the scenes and into the personality of the very private Jackie. "

    — Glen, 5/6/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A great read for anyone who is a fan of the Kennedy's or all things Presidential. Written by Mrs. Kennedy's secret service agent, a look at what goes on behind the scenes as well as their special relationship of trust. "

    — Aggie, 1/20/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Not heavy reading but a lovely insight into the Secret Service. We tend to think of them as uninvolved not really human so this book really reverses that idea. Needless to say the last chapter was extremely hard to read. "

    — Bobbie57, 12/22/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Was a great read before listening to the Historical Conversation tapes. Gave interesting insight into the secret service detail and life in the white house. "

    — Tara, 9/3/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Very interesting. Well written. Highly recommended! "

    — Kristin, 8/25/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Interesting perspective On the years of Jackie Kennedy in the White House. I liked it. "

    — Carol, 7/3/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A true story of service, devotion and love. The book would touch you as every word seems straight from the heart. "

    — Samina, 4/14/2012

About the Authors

Clint Hill is the New York Times bestselling author of Mrs. Kennedy and Me and Five Days in November. A former Secret Service agent who was in the presidential motorcade during the John F. Kennedy assassination, Hill remained assigned to Mrs. Kennedy until after the 1964 election. He then was assigned to President Lyndon B. Johnson at the White House and later to Richard Nixon, eventually becoming the assistant director of the Secret Service for all protection. He retired in 1975.

Lisa McCubbin is an award-winning journalist who has worked as a television news anchor, reporter, and host of her own radio show. She also spent more than five years in the Middle East as a freelance writer. She is the coauthor of the New York Times bestseller The Kennedy Detail.

About Jeremy Bobb

Jeremy Bobb is an Earphones Award–winning narrator and an accomplished actor whose film credits include The Knick, Godless, Mosaic, and The Wolf of Wall Street. He has performed in numerous Broadway and Off-Broadway plays, including Is He Dead? and Cactus Flower.