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A review by byourday
Everything I Know About Love: A Memoir by Dolly Alderton
4.0
Adulting is a wild ride, isn’t it? Exhausting, confusing, and downright overwhelming. But fear not—Everything I Know About Love by Dolly Alderton is here to validate all those emotions as you navigate the chaos of growing up. This book isn’t just a memoir; it’s like getting life advice from that one older sister who’s been through it all. From the highs and lows of teenage friendships to the rollercoaster of love, Alderton’s story captures the messiness of finding yourself.
The journey begins with the familiar drama of teenage years—crushes, cliques, and college life. As you turn the pages, you’ll find yourself laughing, cringing, and maybe even tearing up as she dives into the nitty-gritty of relationships, hookups, and heartbreaks. But this isn’t just a love story; it’s a coming-of-age tale that evolves as adulthood creeps in, bringing with it job stress, bills, and the ever-looming quarter-life crisis. Trust me, when your friends start settling down while you’re still trying to figure it out, Alderton’s words will feel like a comforting hug.
The mid-twenties chapters? Absolute gold. Relatable, raw, and real, they capture that awkward phase of feeling both lost and found. And as you inch closer to thirty, Alderton shows us that while life might not get easier, it does get calmer. Friends having kids? Cool. Still single? Who cares? This book offers a sneak peek into the future, showing that while everyone’s path is different, the journey is universal. If you’re looking for a book that’s as much about love as it is about growing up, this one’s for you.
The journey begins with the familiar drama of teenage years—crushes, cliques, and college life. As you turn the pages, you’ll find yourself laughing, cringing, and maybe even tearing up as she dives into the nitty-gritty of relationships, hookups, and heartbreaks. But this isn’t just a love story; it’s a coming-of-age tale that evolves as adulthood creeps in, bringing with it job stress, bills, and the ever-looming quarter-life crisis. Trust me, when your friends start settling down while you’re still trying to figure it out, Alderton’s words will feel like a comforting hug.
The mid-twenties chapters? Absolute gold. Relatable, raw, and real, they capture that awkward phase of feeling both lost and found. And as you inch closer to thirty, Alderton shows us that while life might not get easier, it does get calmer. Friends having kids? Cool. Still single? Who cares? This book offers a sneak peek into the future, showing that while everyone’s path is different, the journey is universal. If you’re looking for a book that’s as much about love as it is about growing up, this one’s for you.