Review of 28 Disastrous Dates: A (Mostly True) Humourous Memoir
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Review of 28 Disastrous Dates: A (Mostly True) Humourous Memoir
[Following is a volunteer review of "28 Disastrous Dates: A (Mostly True) Humourous Memoir" by Poppy Mortimer.]
28 Disastrous Dates A (Mostly True) Humourous Memoir by Poppy Mortimer is a great read. I received a free copy in PDF format with 264 pages. The book covers 20 years of the author’s life, highlighting the various dates and experiences she’s endured over three continents and many life stages. It also includes a summary of all the lessons learned along the way. No names are shared to protect the guilty, of whom there are many. All the typical misbehaviours are included: the unsolicited intimate photos; the gross exaggerations on height, appearance, and life achievements; and unfortunately, the classic narcissistic abuse tactics. And yet there were still many dates described that reached a new level of the unexpected when it came to poor hygiene, the ick-factor, and, of course, the audacity.
This book is so well written and relatable. I was surprised (and disappointed) that so many of my own disastrous experiences are so common. Poppy Mortimer has a way of describing the most heinous behaviours that makes you feel like you’re there and experiencing them too, but also in a way that lets you look back and laugh. Thankfully. We don’t need to be re-traumatized when we relate a little too well. One aspect I really enjoyed was reading about the author’s life accomplishments outside of dating. Despite the lack of quality men, she shows how she can brush it off and move on, continuing to live life to the fullest, practice emotional intelligence, contribute to her community, develop her self-made business, and remain hopeful. Because we get to know her as an individual, we recognize that any mention of “lowering her standards to find a good man” should be met with side-eye. She deserves a man every bit as accomplished, generous, and hilarious as she is.
The only negative thing I can think of about this book has nothing to do with the author or the story, but rather the state of the dating scene and the shocking things that people think are acceptable. More people need to practice self-awareness and heal themselves before entering the dating world. Yikes.
I found this book to be extremely well edited, as I found no errors while reading it. If I missed any, it was because I had tears in my eyes, either from laughing so hard or from sheer disappointment. This book gets an easy 5 out of 5 stars. I recommend this book to any woman of dating age, either as a cautionary tale or for a sense of camaraderie for those of us who have been there. And if we tell the men that the secret to a bigger schlong is in there (it is!), I’m sure they’ll want to read it too.
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28 Disastrous Dates: A (Mostly True) Humourous Memoir
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28 Disastrous Dates A (Mostly True) Humourous Memoir by Poppy Mortimer is a great read. I received a free copy in PDF format with 264 pages. The book covers 20 years of the author’s life, highlighting the various dates and experiences she’s endured over three continents and many life stages. It also includes a summary of all the lessons learned along the way. No names are shared to protect the guilty, of whom there are many. All the typical misbehaviours are included: the unsolicited intimate photos; the gross exaggerations on height, appearance, and life achievements; and unfortunately, the classic narcissistic abuse tactics. And yet there were still many dates described that reached a new level of the unexpected when it came to poor hygiene, the ick-factor, and, of course, the audacity.
This book is so well written and relatable. I was surprised (and disappointed) that so many of my own disastrous experiences are so common. Poppy Mortimer has a way of describing the most heinous behaviours that makes you feel like you’re there and experiencing them too, but also in a way that lets you look back and laugh. Thankfully. We don’t need to be re-traumatized when we relate a little too well. One aspect I really enjoyed was reading about the author’s life accomplishments outside of dating. Despite the lack of quality men, she shows how she can brush it off and move on, continuing to live life to the fullest, practice emotional intelligence, contribute to her community, develop her self-made business, and remain hopeful. Because we get to know her as an individual, we recognize that any mention of “lowering her standards to find a good man” should be met with side-eye. She deserves a man every bit as accomplished, generous, and hilarious as she is.
The only negative thing I can think of about this book has nothing to do with the author or the story, but rather the state of the dating scene and the shocking things that people think are acceptable. More people need to practice self-awareness and heal themselves before entering the dating world. Yikes.
I found this book to be extremely well edited, as I found no errors while reading it. If I missed any, it was because I had tears in my eyes, either from laughing so hard or from sheer disappointment. This book gets an easy 5 out of 5 stars. I recommend this book to any woman of dating age, either as a cautionary tale or for a sense of camaraderie for those of us who have been there. And if we tell the men that the secret to a bigger schlong is in there (it is!), I’m sure they’ll want to read it too.
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28 Disastrous Dates: A (Mostly True) Humourous Memoir
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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