A review by froon
Everything I Know About Love by Dolly Alderton

2.0

i never, EVER read nonfiction and actively think “this is SO not relatable to me” but i found myself thinking that *constantly* as i was listening to this book. there was a point in the book when i literally went “ah… this is not meant for me.” the reason that i think this sentiment was so persistent was because of alderton’s tone throughout this book. it was like these things were supposed to be just as revelatory for the reader as they were for her. in a way, it was similar to reading a self-help book that points out the obvious things to improve your life: “value your friends” “a clean room is a clean mind” “feeling angry? try a snickers.” 

the reason that it’s not a one star is because there were moments i found enjoyable. i think alderton’s writing would work much better in short form.
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