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pineapplesandmilk's review against another edition
3.0
**Disclaimer* I received this book though the Goodreads First Reads*
When the book arrived at my door, I was extremely ecstatic and excited that it had arrived. I jumped right in and began to read it and tried to get into the story, I really did. The beginning was a bit of a disappointment in all honesty. It was hard to get into the story at first, but once Guy was introduced the story began to pick up a little.
What really caught my attention in the book was the amount of sexual behavior that was described in the book. It wasn't talked about in a profane way whatsoever, but more in a mature and understandable way. I felt that the book was directed to younger teens who feel they are ready for a sexual relationship but just don't know how to handle this. This is why I gave it 3 stars, the advice in it is terrific! It really goes into depth about safe sex and STD testing prior to actually committing the act. On the other hand though, the frequency of the act seems unrealistic, but then again I'm only 15 so how it actually is is unknown to me. The author did a beautiful job with the moral of the overall story and helping young teen make the right decision in life. If that was her goal, I will never know.
The book lacked in the story aspect though. Like I stated earlier, it was hard to really get into and the end was a laborious task to pull through. It felt like it was just dragging on and on and on. It seemed that the character seemed to have the mental maturity of a five year old in some situations, but others she handled them exactly as society expects her to.
In the end, the book had it's ups and it had it's downs, just like every book does. The moral of the book is an amazing one that we all should learn and need to learn. I enjoyed parts and other's felt like I would never finish the book, but I enjoyed it. Thank you for the copy.
When the book arrived at my door, I was extremely ecstatic and excited that it had arrived. I jumped right in and began to read it and tried to get into the story, I really did. The beginning was a bit of a disappointment in all honesty. It was hard to get into the story at first, but once Guy was introduced the story began to pick up a little.
What really caught my attention in the book was the amount of sexual behavior that was described in the book. It wasn't talked about in a profane way whatsoever, but more in a mature and understandable way. I felt that the book was directed to younger teens who feel they are ready for a sexual relationship but just don't know how to handle this. This is why I gave it 3 stars, the advice in it is terrific! It really goes into depth about safe sex and STD testing prior to actually committing the act. On the other hand though, the frequency of the act seems unrealistic, but then again I'm only 15 so how it actually is is unknown to me. The author did a beautiful job with the moral of the overall story and helping young teen make the right decision in life. If that was her goal, I will never know.
The book lacked in the story aspect though. Like I stated earlier, it was hard to really get into and the end was a laborious task to pull through. It felt like it was just dragging on and on and on. It seemed that the character seemed to have the mental maturity of a five year old in some situations, but others she handled them exactly as society expects her to.
In the end, the book had it's ups and it had it's downs, just like every book does. The moral of the book is an amazing one that we all should learn and need to learn. I enjoyed parts and other's felt like I would never finish the book, but I enjoyed it. Thank you for the copy.
glashtyn's review against another edition
2.0
I received the book for free through Goodreads First Reads.
If you enjoy a quick, not too deep read this is a good one for it. This story chronicles the last few weeks of summer for a college freshman and her romantic (or more - sexual) escapades. There isn't much surprise in this book or anything you can't guess from moment one. When a character is introduced it follows the basic story-line for most romances. You know that they are the one she will be spending her time with.
I got to a point where I couldn't take reading this book any longer and wound up skimming it like I now do the old romance novels that I have collected over the years. The sex scenes in this book are worth a stop as it shows the author's knowledge of real people and how bodies truly work together when sex is still fresh and new to not only a couple but to the person themselves.
I would recommend this book to 14-18 year-olds who aren't yet jilted by reality and want to believe that love and sex can be this simple.
If you enjoy a quick, not too deep read this is a good one for it. This story chronicles the last few weeks of summer for a college freshman and her romantic (or more - sexual) escapades. There isn't much surprise in this book or anything you can't guess from moment one. When a character is introduced it follows the basic story-line for most romances. You know that they are the one she will be spending her time with.
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But in the end (as the title suggests) she realizes that none of the boys are right and she is still single.I got to a point where I couldn't take reading this book any longer and wound up skimming it like I now do the old romance novels that I have collected over the years. The sex scenes in this book are worth a stop as it shows the author's knowledge of real people and how bodies truly work together when sex is still fresh and new to not only a couple but to the person themselves.
I would recommend this book to 14-18 year-olds who aren't yet jilted by reality and want to believe that love and sex can be this simple.
katiebookqueen's review
4.0
Review Posted: http://queenofteenfiction.blogspot.co.uk/2013/08/review-anatomy-of-single-girl.html
After liking Anatomy of Boyfriend, I was so excited to get the chance to review the sequel. With that being said, it is pretty easy to read the sequel if you haven’t already read the first book!
The story follows Dominique during summer, after completing her first year of college. This is when she meets Guy. At first, she has a relationship on her mind, but Guy doesn’t want that. In his mind, the time then spend together has an expiry date at the end of summer. Dom wanted commitment, but after a bit thinking, she decides to take the chance of a no-strings-attached relationship, hoping it’ll help her to finally get over her ex-boyfriend.
First thing I love about Dom – she is the most relatable character to read about. Her situations, what she feels, it’s all so realistic! I love that about this story, so many girls of that age range will be able to relate to it in some way or another.
I also adore her friendship with Amy. I love that it’s tested in this book, like every friendship. But, of course, they come out stronger. Their friendship is one of the things I loved most throughout the story.
One of the main themes in this book though, is her relationship with Guy. I loved Guy. I think every girl needs a guy like Guy! It was great to see Dom finally take charge of her body and figure things out. The book realistically captures how sex isn’t something that’s perfect from the start. It’s different for everyone and finding what’s right for you can be frustrating!
There are plenty of laughs along the way, and some sweet moments too. Dom’s narration of the story is fantastic and I love how much she develops throughout the story. You feel so proud of her in the last few chapters!
I loved the ending of this story and I found the last few pages to be quite empowering. If you want Hollywood-style endings, you’re not going to find it here. But what you will get is a story with amazing characters that you won’t forget and a relatable plot that you can love and learn from.
After liking Anatomy of Boyfriend, I was so excited to get the chance to review the sequel. With that being said, it is pretty easy to read the sequel if you haven’t already read the first book!
The story follows Dominique during summer, after completing her first year of college. This is when she meets Guy. At first, she has a relationship on her mind, but Guy doesn’t want that. In his mind, the time then spend together has an expiry date at the end of summer. Dom wanted commitment, but after a bit thinking, she decides to take the chance of a no-strings-attached relationship, hoping it’ll help her to finally get over her ex-boyfriend.
First thing I love about Dom – she is the most relatable character to read about. Her situations, what she feels, it’s all so realistic! I love that about this story, so many girls of that age range will be able to relate to it in some way or another.
I also adore her friendship with Amy. I love that it’s tested in this book, like every friendship. But, of course, they come out stronger. Their friendship is one of the things I loved most throughout the story.
One of the main themes in this book though, is her relationship with Guy. I loved Guy. I think every girl needs a guy like Guy! It was great to see Dom finally take charge of her body and figure things out. The book realistically captures how sex isn’t something that’s perfect from the start. It’s different for everyone and finding what’s right for you can be frustrating!
There are plenty of laughs along the way, and some sweet moments too. Dom’s narration of the story is fantastic and I love how much she develops throughout the story. You feel so proud of her in the last few chapters!
I loved the ending of this story and I found the last few pages to be quite empowering. If you want Hollywood-style endings, you’re not going to find it here. But what you will get is a story with amazing characters that you won’t forget and a relatable plot that you can love and learn from.
jhanzey's review
1.0
I could not believe that I actually finished the book without barfing.
I was looking for some chic lit to lighten up my mood but unfortunately, I picked up a book with a poor humor and a lead character with nymphomaniac tendencies. It was pathetic, really.
I was looking for some chic lit to lighten up my mood but unfortunately, I picked up a book with a poor humor and a lead character with nymphomaniac tendencies. It was pathetic, really.
naaytaashreads's review against another edition
3.0
“The more I hurt, the more I knew I loved, and that felt like a good thing. So that I'm letting go of the pain means I'm also letting go of the love.”
I'm actually pretty surprised myself that I actually enjoy this read.
I didn't know what I was coming into as I honestly have not read the first book.
Picked this up from the library as the cover was interesting, the title intrigued me and the blurb was making me curious.
I needed a quick easy light fun read and that's what it gave me.
I read this in one sitting.
The plotline of the book was very straight forward, dry science humour which I never really got since I hate science honestly.
Enjoyed the topics the plotline covers on from breakup, love, heartbreak, sex, friends with benefits, cheating, flirting, being single, flings etc.
It's definitely a coming of age phase for young adults trying to understand their body, sex, relationships and all.
I love that nothing was perfect, things that happen was cringe, awkward confusing because honestly that's what it all is.
We follow Dom who was trying to figure out her body, her sexual needs, her break up, being alone, being in a relationship.
I love that she is awkward and she knows what she wants for example the importance of getting tested, saying what she is uncomfortable with.
It's part of the process of growing up and getting to know yourself and your body.
Even in the end, she is trying to figure out herself because it never ends, it all changes.
I love the small interaction we get with side characters ; her bestfriend, her family.
We get to see their side of what love or relationship is.
I enjoy the different take with Guy, it's not just oh I broke up now onto the next love of my life.
The honesty of flings, friends with benefits etc.
A good quick read, interesting take and starter conversation on safe sex, sex, consent etc.
“I can’t be happy going out if it’s not . . . going anywhere.”
I'm actually pretty surprised myself that I actually enjoy this read.
I didn't know what I was coming into as I honestly have not read the first book.
Picked this up from the library as the cover was interesting, the title intrigued me and the blurb was making me curious.
I needed a quick easy light fun read and that's what it gave me.
I read this in one sitting.
The plotline of the book was very straight forward, dry science humour which I never really got since I hate science honestly.
Enjoyed the topics the plotline covers on from breakup, love, heartbreak, sex, friends with benefits, cheating, flirting, being single, flings etc.
It's definitely a coming of age phase for young adults trying to understand their body, sex, relationships and all.
I love that nothing was perfect, things that happen was cringe, awkward confusing because honestly that's what it all is.
We follow Dom who was trying to figure out her body, her sexual needs, her break up, being alone, being in a relationship.
I love that she is awkward and she knows what she wants for example the importance of getting tested, saying what she is uncomfortable with.
It's part of the process of growing up and getting to know yourself and your body.
Even in the end, she is trying to figure out herself because it never ends, it all changes.
I love the small interaction we get with side characters ; her bestfriend, her family.
We get to see their side of what love or relationship is.
I enjoy the different take with Guy, it's not just oh I broke up now onto the next love of my life.
The honesty of flings, friends with benefits etc.
A good quick read, interesting take and starter conversation on safe sex, sex, consent etc.
“I can’t be happy going out if it’s not . . . going anywhere.”
piper9004's review against another edition
5.0
This review originally appears on What Am I Reading?
Rate: 5
As a side note before I start my review, this book is a sequel, but I did not read the first book. I think the book does fine as a standalone novel and only people super curious about the ex Dominique talks about need to read the first book, [b:Anatomy of a Boyfriend|37780|Anatomy of a Boyfriend (Anatomy, #1)|Daria Snadowsky|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1386922815s/37780.jpg|37584].
I enjoyed this book much more than I expected. When I read the first few pages of the book, and especially the first sentence (“The logical thing would be for me to date Calvin Brandon.”), reminded me so much of Never Have I Ever that I thought I was going to hate this book. I was wrong!
Of course, like with most books there were moments that annoyed me, but nothing that overshadowed how amazing this book was.
First of all, Snadowsky does a great job of narrating the story in an educated teen voice. So often authors either use a tone that makes the narrator sound stupid or completely miss the young adult voice. It was refreshing to have teenagers, who are in college, use an advanced vocabulary and not dumb anything down as if they’re still freshman in high school. Additionally, the characters use profanity,but not in a manner that seems forced. Many times I could imagine myself having a similar conversation as the characters and using the same language, which makes the story relatable.
Secondly, this book was enjoyable because Snadowsky does a fantastic job of tackling important topics like monogamy, love, and sexual health. I mean how often do you find a book where the female character tells the male character that they both have to undergo STD testing before they can have sex? I’ve never read a book like that before so I was impressed when it was included in the story. Plus, Snadowsky shows, through dialogue, that people may have different opinions on these subjects and that when engaging in even a sort of relationship these things need to be discussed.
Overall, there are so many good things about this book, but discussing anything more would be giving things away. What I will warn though is that Snadowsky does include some adult scenes. It isn’t outright smut, but there are some scenes that reflect today’s hook-up behavior. Nonetheless, it doesn’t take away from the story, but I understand that some people would be uncomfortable reading such a thing so I thought I’d address it.
Rate: 5
As a side note before I start my review, this book is a sequel, but I did not read the first book. I think the book does fine as a standalone novel and only people super curious about the ex Dominique talks about need to read the first book, [b:Anatomy of a Boyfriend|37780|Anatomy of a Boyfriend (Anatomy, #1)|Daria Snadowsky|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1386922815s/37780.jpg|37584].
I enjoyed this book much more than I expected. When I read the first few pages of the book, and especially the first sentence (“The logical thing would be for me to date Calvin Brandon.”), reminded me so much of Never Have I Ever that I thought I was going to hate this book. I was wrong!
Of course, like with most books there were moments that annoyed me, but nothing that overshadowed how amazing this book was.
First of all, Snadowsky does a great job of narrating the story in an educated teen voice. So often authors either use a tone that makes the narrator sound stupid or completely miss the young adult voice. It was refreshing to have teenagers, who are in college, use an advanced vocabulary and not dumb anything down as if they’re still freshman in high school. Additionally, the characters use profanity,but not in a manner that seems forced. Many times I could imagine myself having a similar conversation as the characters and using the same language, which makes the story relatable.
Secondly, this book was enjoyable because Snadowsky does a fantastic job of tackling important topics like monogamy, love, and sexual health. I mean how often do you find a book where the female character tells the male character that they both have to undergo STD testing before they can have sex? I’ve never read a book like that before so I was impressed when it was included in the story. Plus, Snadowsky shows, through dialogue, that people may have different opinions on these subjects and that when engaging in even a sort of relationship these things need to be discussed.
Overall, there are so many good things about this book, but discussing anything more would be giving things away. What I will warn though is that Snadowsky does include some adult scenes. It isn’t outright smut, but there are some scenes that reflect today’s hook-up behavior. Nonetheless, it doesn’t take away from the story, but I understand that some people would be uncomfortable reading such a thing so I thought I’d address it.
foiltheplot's review
3.0
Full Review at Foil the Plot
Anatomy Of A Single Girl is the fun follow up to Snadowsky's authentic coming of age story, Anatomy Of A Boyfriend. We meet Dom after completing several of her firsts---year of college, relationship and sexual experience---and I have to say, it's nice to see Dom a little more grown up. In Anatomy Of A Single Girl, she's finally come into her own. Where she's hesitant and immature and inexperienced in the first book, she's much more sure of who she is and what she wants. Ultimately, this book is the journey of a girl becoming a woman, a girl who's learning to find herself.
At this point, Dom and Wes' relationship is over and she's finally learned to be okay with that. What I really appreciated was that Dom didn't just shack up with any guy (namely her friend, Calvin) in an effort to get over her ex. It would've been easy to go down that route, however, it would've felt forced. Dom's got an awareness of what she wants and what she doesn't want and she sticks to her guns through to the end. Instead, she meets a new guy (Guy) and goes into exploratory mode with a purely casual, summer romance for a change. Snadowsky didn't hold back on the steamy details and she amps up the swoon factor into high gear here.
I guess my main problem with this book was that Dom had a tendency to revert back to being totally needy in her relationship with Guy. I was really hoping that she'd outgrown all that and learned from her past experience, but instead she teaches us that, yes, sometimes old habits do die hard. But it definitely got annoying, especially when she grew so childish about her parents' decision to move out of her childhood home. But, yeah, this book definitely keeps with the authentic vibe that the first one had. Even when it comes to the sex stuff, Dom is experimenting with new moves and is learning how to fully explore her body. The tone isn't solely kinky as you'd expect it might be, it's still awkward and imperfect. Snadowsky is a pro at capturing the adolescent experience in a completely authentic way!
Another really awesome thing is that we get to know Dom's parents and her BFF, Amy, in a more personal way. I. LOVED. DOM'S. DAD. He's cheesy and loveable and 100% awesome. And Amy. We've all had that friend, the one who was boisterous and loud and fun like her. Snadowsky shows us that even behind those seemingly perfect façades, there lies a real person who can feel hurt and lost and alone too. But Amy isn't the only one who goes through the ringer. Just when Dom least expects it, an unexpected encounter with Wes threatens to break her once again.
"I knew it all along that coming home this summer would mean risking a run-in with my ex. But no amount of anticipation prepares you for the first time it happens."
There is an echo of realism behind Dom's first post-breakup run-in with Wes. Her reaction to it was completely believable. It shows that old wounds aren't easily healed but it is possible to pick yourself up and move on. And that's essentially the theme to the whole book. Dom's learned to do just that and though there are a few set-backs along the way, it's not altogether impossible.
Anatomy Of A Single Girl is the fun follow up to Snadowsky's authentic coming of age story, Anatomy Of A Boyfriend. We meet Dom after completing several of her firsts---year of college, relationship and sexual experience---and I have to say, it's nice to see Dom a little more grown up. In Anatomy Of A Single Girl, she's finally come into her own. Where she's hesitant and immature and inexperienced in the first book, she's much more sure of who she is and what she wants. Ultimately, this book is the journey of a girl becoming a woman, a girl who's learning to find herself.
At this point, Dom and Wes' relationship is over and she's finally learned to be okay with that. What I really appreciated was that Dom didn't just shack up with any guy (namely her friend, Calvin) in an effort to get over her ex. It would've been easy to go down that route, however, it would've felt forced. Dom's got an awareness of what she wants and what she doesn't want and she sticks to her guns through to the end. Instead, she meets a new guy (Guy) and goes into exploratory mode with a purely casual, summer romance for a change. Snadowsky didn't hold back on the steamy details and she amps up the swoon factor into high gear here.
I guess my main problem with this book was that Dom had a tendency to revert back to being totally needy in her relationship with Guy. I was really hoping that she'd outgrown all that and learned from her past experience, but instead she teaches us that, yes, sometimes old habits do die hard. But it definitely got annoying, especially when she grew so childish about her parents' decision to move out of her childhood home. But, yeah, this book definitely keeps with the authentic vibe that the first one had. Even when it comes to the sex stuff, Dom is experimenting with new moves and is learning how to fully explore her body. The tone isn't solely kinky as you'd expect it might be, it's still awkward and imperfect. Snadowsky is a pro at capturing the adolescent experience in a completely authentic way!
Another really awesome thing is that we get to know Dom's parents and her BFF, Amy, in a more personal way. I. LOVED. DOM'S. DAD. He's cheesy and loveable and 100% awesome. And Amy. We've all had that friend, the one who was boisterous and loud and fun like her. Snadowsky shows us that even behind those seemingly perfect façades, there lies a real person who can feel hurt and lost and alone too. But Amy isn't the only one who goes through the ringer. Just when Dom least expects it, an unexpected encounter with Wes threatens to break her once again.
"I knew it all along that coming home this summer would mean risking a run-in with my ex. But no amount of anticipation prepares you for the first time it happens."
There is an echo of realism behind Dom's first post-breakup run-in with Wes. Her reaction to it was completely believable. It shows that old wounds aren't easily healed but it is possible to pick yourself up and move on. And that's essentially the theme to the whole book. Dom's learned to do just that and though there are a few set-backs along the way, it's not altogether impossible.
ebc_readsmut's review
3.0
3.5 stars for me. I read Anatomy of a Boyfriend and was so excited to read this. It took me a little longer to read this because I would become disinterested in it every now and then. But it was a good book. I think the part for me that made me get tired of the book was the character Dom. I really like her but her tendency to over analyze everything and be so dramatic about love and the future annoyed me. But it made me think of how I was with my first love and how I would break down everything and decipher it. I like that the book didn't go in the direction I thought it was. To me the way she handles things and chooses to stay single is a reflection of real life. I think the author captured very well the trials and errors and awkward stages of falling in and out of love. All in all I am glad I finished reading this book.
eileencastroo's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
this book was surprisingly relatable in many ways but felt rushed - as if the book was written in a limited amount of pages. lots of highs and lows in the book.
bb_the_reader's review against another edition
2.0
I really tried to get into this story, but I just couldn't. The more I read it, the more foolish and immature it seemed to get for me. There were a few parts of the book that were a bit humorous but that's the only good thing I can honestly say about it (and that's saying a lot).