Review of 28 Disastrous Dates: A (Mostly True) Humourous Memoir

Nzube Chizoba Okeke · Post by **Nzube Chizoba Okeke** » 06 Jun 2022, 01:27

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "28 Disastrous Dates: A (Mostly True) Humourous Memoir" by Poppy Mortimer.]

4 out of 4 stars

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28 Disastrous Dates: A (Mostly True) Humourous Memoir is a whole package of hilarity, although the events were not as much fun during their occurrence for the author. Poppy Mortimer is a beautiful storyteller.

With an experience that came from 20 years of being in the dating scene, Poppy Mortimer provides details on 28 of her worst dates. What lessons and insight are stored within these pages? Read this book to find out.

There was no trace of boredom on my reading journey. The author's delivery style made it quite engaging. It felt like I was talking to an old friend I hadn't seen in ages, and she was sharing how her dating life had been over lunch. It was much more intriguing because they were "mostly true," though there might have been some embellishments and some loss in accurate details over time.

Every date narration was a healthy dose of humor. The number of times I chuckled loudly was proof of her sense of humor, and the events tend to be funny. The deliberate censoring and switching of profanities to be left to my imagination made it exciting.

A significant lesson is about instincts. We all have gut instincts, and most choose to ignore them against their better judgment. The author portrays the experiences that choice can bring. I have always believed your instincts always know what's best for you because your subconscious mind knows something your conscious doesn't know yet. Ignore them at your peril.

I also admired how every date shaped and changed her standards. Although there were some fallbacks to her choices, which I deemed natural, she didn't stagnate her life in her pursuit of love. Her growth and success could be seen as she grew older and became a better woman. She was an ardent believer in true love. Her happiness was not also based on her relationship status. Any potential lover coming in was just there to add to the author's happiness and not be the source.

The author highlighted the dangers and trauma hiding behind online dating sites. I had tried a few myself and realized the traditional way of meeting people would always be better. Her experience with men from dating sites was the most humourous. I laughed out loud when Date 23 said, "I didn't lie. I created a profile of my future self, and one day I will become that man." The number of misleading profiles was just numerous.

There was nothing to make me dislike the book, and the editing was exceptionally done. I'd rate it 4 out of 4 stars. I would recommend 28 Disastrous Dates: A (Mostly True) Humourous Memoir to adults with difficulties finding the right date; they could learn a thing or two from the author's dating experience.

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Patty Allread · Post by **Patty Allread** » 06 Jun 2022, 12:30

I'm not in the market for a date, but I think I would find this dating disaster book fun to read anyway!

Yasmine ZM · Post by **Yasmine ZM** » 06 Jun 2022, 18:21

I like a book with humour

Twenty eight disastrous dates is a lot... I like the fact that the author turned it to something positive and learnt from the experience. Thank you for the review, you make the book sound interesting and I would love to read it.

Malak Bassam · Post by **Malak Bassam** » 08 Jun 2022, 10:12

This book would attract most teens as it’s what they encounter most of their time.

Elenimo Chembe · Post by **Elenimo Chembe** » 12 Jun 2022, 12:51

I like the fact that the author deals with the issue of dating with some level of humour. I think I'll like this book.

Abby Ivy 1 · Post by **Abby Ivy 1** » 29 Jun 2022, 12:48

She is the best storyteller I swear

Gift Mazibuko · Post by **Gift Mazibuko** » 01 Jul 2022, 02:01

Very nice review and I'm glad that the disastrous dates didn't stop the author from believing in love.

Jatto Onimisi · Post by **Jatto Onimisi** » 03 Jul 2022, 00:09

20 years in the scene sounds like enough time to snap up varied experiences, thus I am not surprised at the author's funny experiences. This review looks like the book will be a fun read, for people in, and looking forward to entering the dating scene.

Oluwasogo Familusi · Post by **Oluwasogo Familusi** » 14 Jul 2022, 07:20

It seems I can learn one or two things from Poppy's experience. I think the humor will also make it worth reading for me.

Rex Rexy · Post by **Rex Rexy** » 17 Jul 2022, 19:43

Just reading the title, I know the book would be full of humour. Dates can sometimes be plain hilarious and funny. There are people you know you just won't see again after that particular date. Great review

Sumto Nii · Post by **Sumto Nii** » 25 Jul 2022, 22:50

I have also had my fair share of ridiculous dates. I won't pass on this book. I know humour would be in abundance in this book. This is a good review though.

Danielle Moffatt · Post by **Danielle Moffatt** » 20 Jan 2023, 05:24

I have just finished this book and loved the authors style. It was like a cross between reading her diary, or, like mentioned above, chatting to an old friend. The writing was really engaging and easy to read. She has a great sense of humour too!

Ben Madeley · Post by **Ben Madeley** » 18 Feb 2023, 03:37

I wonder how much of this book is true and how much of it is made up given that the title states it as being 'mostly true'. I found quite a lot of it to be quite difficult to believe.