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daumari's review against another edition
5.0
I think I mentioned this in an earlier update, but this book showed me the anecdotes and research behind some of the storylines in Master of None, which I thought was a wonderful true-to-life take on modern life as a 20-30s year old.
I've read various books by comedians over the last few years, with some better than others. Ansari's was neat in that I learned stuff while reading without getting too dry (am now curious about [b:Going Solo: The Extraordinary Rise and Surprising Appeal of Living Alone|11797459|Going Solo The Extraordinary Rise and Surprising Appeal of Living Alone|Eric Klinenberg|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1347918144s/11797459.jpg|16750253] by co-author [a:Eric Klinenberg|2611|Eric Klinenberg|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1332895127p2/2611.jpg] because MR seemed entirely in Aziz's voice). Surprisingly well researched compiling literature, focus groups, interviews across age groups and countries to form a snapshot of how we're relationshipping in today's world of tinder & sexting.
I'm not single, but I want to encourage my friends fruitlessly trying okcupid for the 11tybillionth time to read and figure out best practices for using digital tools to meet mr/ms. right.
I've read various books by comedians over the last few years, with some better than others. Ansari's was neat in that I learned stuff while reading without getting too dry (am now curious about [b:Going Solo: The Extraordinary Rise and Surprising Appeal of Living Alone|11797459|Going Solo The Extraordinary Rise and Surprising Appeal of Living Alone|Eric Klinenberg|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1347918144s/11797459.jpg|16750253] by co-author [a:Eric Klinenberg|2611|Eric Klinenberg|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1332895127p2/2611.jpg] because MR seemed entirely in Aziz's voice). Surprisingly well researched compiling literature, focus groups, interviews across age groups and countries to form a snapshot of how we're relationshipping in today's world of tinder & sexting.
I'm not single, but I want to encourage my friends fruitlessly trying okcupid for the 11tybillionth time to read and figure out best practices for using digital tools to meet mr/ms. right.
kimmaloo's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. I switched to audiobook a fourth through and that that the author did a good job narrating the book.
heathercottledillon's review against another edition
4.0
I like that Aziz wrote a book like this rather than a memoir because you don't often see celebrities tackling topics other than their own lives. And it's not just fluff--there's a lot of interesting research that went into it. But it still has Aziz's goofy humor, which he uses to present the information in a fun way. I listened to "Modern Romance" on audio, which was awesome because Aziz reads it. A fun, fascinating read!
amanda1793's review against another edition
3.0
Overall, not bad. Interesting stories in this book. Also some interesting research.
I felt that some things should've been explored more. And that's where the book dropped the ball for me... I wish Paris and Argentina were explored more similar to Tokyo...
The idea of exploring the change in romance over the years is incredibly amazing, and again the research and stories were awesome!
Would've been better if Aziz let the reader enjoy the audiobook and the comedy he brought to the reader when you listen to it, and accepted that we wanted to listen rather than read the actual book instead of saying the listener was "lazy"...
I do recommend it.
I felt that some things should've been explored more. And that's where the book dropped the ball for me... I wish Paris and Argentina were explored more similar to Tokyo...
The idea of exploring the change in romance over the years is incredibly amazing, and again the research and stories were awesome!
Would've been better if Aziz let the reader enjoy the audiobook and the comedy he brought to the reader when you listen to it, and accepted that we wanted to listen rather than read the actual book instead of saying the listener was "lazy"...
I do recommend it.
lisamchuk's review against another edition
3.0
Nothing earth shattering. You know all of this if you've spent any time in the dating world lately. I knew all of this. Most of this is why I quit dating. So when I read this book, I was nodding in agreement a lot, but wasn't compelled enough to do more than skim read.
It was funny. And worth a quick read. At least it will make you feel like it's not just you.
It was funny. And worth a quick read. At least it will make you feel like it's not just you.
irfan3's review against another edition
5.0
This is a hilarious account of how modern day romance works, how it differs from the past, and how it compares between parts of the world. Well researched, but be aware of profanities & vulgar language through the book.
guppyur's review against another edition
3.0
Better than most comedians' books. Actually part humor, part sociology, and part advice column. Mainly about how technology and online dating have modified social norms. Feels a little like the jokes and the serious advice step on each other's toes sometimes. But I enjoyed it and found it surprisingly insightful.
calebmatthews's review against another edition
4.0
4.5
This book is very well put together and does an excellent job of putting a witty spin on dating in the 21st century. From research to interviews, Aziz did his homework.
I recommend the audiobook (read by the Author).
This book is very well put together and does an excellent job of putting a witty spin on dating in the 21st century. From research to interviews, Aziz did his homework.
I recommend the audiobook (read by the Author).
minusfigures's review against another edition
2.0
Sometimes funny and engaging but lacking depth or sincerity.
senquezada29's review against another edition
3.0
A fairly well-researched and psychological/sociological approach to understanding the realities of dating in the modern age of technology, unlimited options and changing societal mores - all highlighted with Aziz Ansari's humor. This book wasn't what I expected, but I was pleasantly surprised. My biggest takeaway was that there is no right way to date, but most of us are doing it wrong anyway. Yet, happiness may actually be a lot closer than we realize, as long as we don't allow the endless options in our DM's, texts, dating apps and in person don't blind us from seeing what's right in front of us.