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“Dolly Alderton has always been a sparkling Roman candle of talent. She is funny, smart, and explosively engaged in the wonders and weirdness of the world. But what makes this memoir more than mere entertainment is the mature and sophisticated evolution that Alderton describes in these pages. It’s a beautifully told journey and a thoughtful, important book. I loved it.” — Elizabeth Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Eat, Pray, Love and City of Girls
“Dolly Alderton is one of the foremost "it" writers of our time. Her sexy and tender debut, Everything I Know About Love is a one-sitting book, it is a break-up recovery book, it is a honey, what can I help you with tonight book, it is a this is what your lover should make you feel book. Whatever ails you, Alderton can fix it with her intimate wisdom... There is no writer quite like Dolly Alderton working today and very soon the world will know it.” — Lisa Taddeo, author of #1 New York Times bestseller Three Women
“Dolly Alderton is one of Britain’s best-known millennial writers….[with] the trusted voice of a close friend.” — New York Times
“Hilarious and moving. Alderton is Nora Ephron for the millennial generation.” — Elizabeth Day, author of How to Fail and The Party
“Steeped in furiously funny accounts of one-night stands, ill-advised late-night taxi journeys up the M1, grubby flat-shares and the beauty of female friendships, as Alderton joyfully booze-cruises her way through her twenties.” — Metro
“Poignant, witty, comic, and self-deprecating. A laugh-out-loud, lightning quick journey through the years that will resonate with anyone who’s ever been young and in love.” — Daily Express (London)
“[A]ssuredly self-aware and reflective.” — Library Journal
“I loved it so much, I wanted it to go on forever, Dolly Alderton is so gifted at making people care. A rare talent.” — Marian Keyes
“Alderton is an old soul—she has learned life lessons while not yet out of her twenties that many of us post-menopausal matrons are still struggling with. A wonderful writer, who will surely inspire a generation the way that Caitlin Moran did before her.” — Julie Burchill
“Nora Ephron for the Tinder generation.” — Financial Times
"A Sunday Times columnist draws her coming-of-age story with tender flair... Alderton's portrait exemplifies love. A poignant breath of fresh air for those who struggled—or are struggling—with the dramedy of early adulthood." — Kirkus Reviews
“Dolly Alderton’s voice feels like your very favorite friend.” — Taylor Jenkins Reid, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Carrie Soto is Back, on Good Material
“You would struggle to find someone who flits as effortlessly between waxing poetic about Joachim Trier’s The Worst Person in the World and quoting Rob Reiner’s When Harry Met Sally.” — Variety
“Dolly Alderton is, quite simply, the bard of modern-day love.” — Lena Dunham, on Good Material
"Dolly Alderton is the closest person we have to a modern-day Carrie Bradshaw." — Shondaland, on Good Material
"Dolly Alderton is one of this generation’s preeminent oracles for love, romance, and heartbreak." — Elle, on Good Material
"The writing in Dolly Alderton books is so good it'll have you thinking you're in the midst of one of those amazing, 3-hour-long lunch catch ups with an old friend where you cover all the bases: love, career, and your impending existential crisis. It's painfully relatable and oh-so-compelling." — Brit + Co
About the Author
Dolly Alderton is an award-winning author and journalist. She is a columnist for The Sunday Times Style and has also written for GQ, Red, Marie Claire and Grazia. From 2017 to 2020, she co-hosted the weekly pop-culture and current affairs podcast The High Low alongside journalist Pandora Sykes.
Her first book Everything I Know About Love became a top five Sunday Times bestseller in its first week of publication and won a National Book Award (UK) for Autobiography of the Year. Her first novel Ghosts was published in October 2020 and was also a top five Sunday Times Bestseller.
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4.3 out of 5
86.15% of customers are satisfied
5.0 out of 5 stars New fav non-fiction
No words can describe how beautiful this writing is. The authors life story is written in such beautiful light and it perfectly shows all the ups and downs and unexpected turns that can happen in life, especially for a women. It mainly focused on love (expected from the title) but what I loved most of all was the relationship she had with her life long best friend, it perfectly shows just how unique and amazing girl friendships are. I never read non fiction so I’m surprised I actually wanted this book and I absolutely loved it!! I was crying all through out it, and I will never regret buying this book. Even if you don’t like non-fiction, still but this book!!! My fav book from this year by far!!
4.0 out of 5 stars 4.5!!!
Let me just say I loved this memoir and I didnt think it would be for me at first. I decided to listen to the audio book on a whim and it really added something I can't put into words. The author narrates her life in such a beautiful way even when she's talking about some ugly things. Her life and stories made me laugh and cry. What really got me was the overarching theme of the power of love through female friendships. I cannot express how beautifully dolly put into words her point of view of her best friends and their experiences growing up with each other. Overall, love love love and recommend to all!
3.0 out of 5 stars Felt a Little Self-Indulgent
Everything I Know About Love is meant to be a candid exploration of one woman's experiences with love, friendship, and growing up. While it promises a relatable and humorous account of navigating the complexities of relationships, it ultimately fell short for me due to the protagonist's self-indulgent and often unlikable behavior. I picked this up because I feel young and stupid and I wanted a book that would tell me how to be better, or at least offer some empathy and relatability to the stupid issues that are consistent for women in their twenties. I did not find that here.The memoir is structured as a series of personal anecdotes that offer glimpses into the author's life, from teenage years to adulthood. Through the lens of her own experiences, Alderton delves into the highs and lows of romantic relationships, the bonds of friendship, and the trials of self-discovery. The writing is witty and conversational, making it easy to dive into her world. And I really wanted to like it.However, the main stumbling block for me was the characterization of the author herself. While it's not uncommon for memoirs to feature flawed protagonists (because, duh, real people aren't perfectly likable), Alderton's self-absorption and ignorance bordered on depressing for me. Her actions and choices often come across as thoughtless and inconsiderate, making it challenging to sympathize with her struggles, and I struggle to believe that the hallmark of people in their twenties is being thoughtless and inconsiderate. That would be wildly depressing. What could have been charming or relatable selfishness instead veered into a territory of willful ignorance that kind of put me off.That said, there are moments of insight and genuine humor in the book, especially when Alderton reflects on the ups and downs of female friendships. These moments provide a glimpse of the book's potential, offering relatable and thought-provoking content that many readers may find valuable.While some people may appreciate the raw honesty and unfiltered portrayal of the author's life, others may, like myself, struggle to connect with a protagonist who often comes across as self-absorbed and oblivious to the impact of her actions on others. It's a book that might resonate with those who can forgive its flaws and appreciate its moments of insight, but it may leave others frustrated by its central character's shortcomings. I think if you're truly trying to improve, this might disappoint you- but if you're well past that point and have matured, you'll probably find this book funny and relatable.
5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST READ
If you don’t like books that are about the struggles and stories of teenage years to late 20s this book is not for you, if you do YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE IT! Dolly really brought to light the struggles we all face in life and growing up. This book reminded me very much of Not that kind of girl by Lena Dunham. Many people hate on this book as it “doesnt talk about love” they are completely wrong in that. Dolly talks about love in both relationships, family, friends and the love for ones self. This is a memoir not an educational or self help mind opening book which i think alot of readers forget. Its the stories of dolly and her friends as they navigate their way through life. There was many times I was reading and it reminded me of my own friends and own memories of growing up.I highly suggest reading this. Such an easy fun and lighthearted read!
5.0 out of 5 stars Read it now!!!!
“Nearly everything I know about love, I've learnt from my long-term friendships with women.”If you can relate, you need to read this book.
4.0 out of 5 stars Both Hilarious and Heartbreaking
While I was enjoying Dolly Alderton’s novel, “Ghosts”, I ordered her memoir, “Everything I Know About Love”. I was eager to continue reading Alderton’s wry and witty way of looking at the word, particularly our culture of love and romance, sex, and gender differences. It’s both hilarious and heartbreaking…like life!I’ve had two, equally great, experiences reading memoirs; one is reading about and relating to a familiar experience, place or time (e.g., Mary Karr), the other is reading about experiences, places, and times that I am completely unfamiliar with. The latter is how I found Alderton’s memoir and I was fascinated! Her coming of age, in and around London in the 1980s to the early 2000s, was a world, a sub-culture, and a dynamic that I found at times repellent, incomprehensible, educational, and always entertaining.One huge “take away” that Alderton rhapsodizes about herein (and which I find to be true), is the importance and value of female friendships.The amazing thing is that Alderton is only 30 at the end of this memoir! I suspect more to follow! After all, now she has two successful books under her belt!
5.0 out of 5 stars Very relatable!
Picture clueless, 10 things I hate about you, sex and the city, Superbad with some references, many laughs and wisdom without getting too didactic. Highly recommended!
3.0 out of 5 stars stick with it…
Though this book didn’t absolutely grip me I did enjoy it. The overall message is wonderful and ends well. I recommend sticking with it if you feel the same mid-way.
El libro que toda chica en sus 20's debería leer.
Empecé a leer este libro sin ninguna expectativa y para el final, sentía que había recibido varias lecciones de una hermana mayor. Es muy común sentirnos un poco perdidas a lo largo de nuestra vida en diferentes aspectos de la misma (trabajo, relaciones, familia, etc), pero creo que leer algo como esto de vez en cuando, nos hace sentir un poco menos solas en esta crisis (la que normalmente te ataca en los 20's). Muy buen libro.
A Heartfelt Journey of Love and Self-Discovery
“Everything I Know About Love: A Memoir” is a captivating exploration of love, life, and the journey to self-discovery. The author’s candid and heartfelt storytelling makes this memoir a must-read.From the first page, I was drawn into the author’s world. The narrative is filled with raw emotion, humor, and profound insights that resonated deeply with me. The author’s experiences are relatable, making it easy to connect with her journey.What sets this memoir apart is its honesty. The author doesn’t shy away from discussing the highs and lows of her life, making the narrative all the more powerful. The exploration of love in its many forms - romantic, platonic, self-love - is thought-provoking and inspiring.The writing style is engaging, with a perfect balance of wit and wisdom. The author’s voice shines through, making the reading experience feel like a heart-to-heart conversation with a close friend.In conclusion, “Everything I Know About Love: A Memoir” is a beautifully written, deeply moving memoir that offers a unique perspective on love and life. It’s a book that stays with you long after you’ve turned the last page. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a compelling, heartfelt read.
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Reviews all say great things which is 100% true!! Super cute book, very wholesome
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