A very light and quick read! So many spots that will leave you laughing out loud. This is my first read by this author, and I will definitely look for more. I like following the progression of Ollie as he experiences heartbreak and then uses his experience to help others as well as himself.

Thanks Netgalley!

I got half way through this book,and then just didn't get any further.
It just wasn't tickling my funny bone. In fact it hadn't even raised a small smile.
I could see the humour in it,but it felt a bit too predictable for me. Possibly trying a bit too hard.
So whilst I see it's not badly written,it just wasn't my type of humour.

*I am grateful to have been given this book as an ARC from NetGalley. All opinions are mine.*


Not gonna lie, when I first started this book I was NOT impressed with it. I almost DNF'd it because I wasn't sure I would have anything good to say. The main character, Ollie, gets dumped by his girlfriend and complains about not understanding why because he is such a "nice guy". I HATE the nice guy routine, and I sort of thought he was a wimp, rather than being a romantic hero. I also knew going in that there were going to be a few cringe worthy moments (he writes a column asking how to get over his ex and follows people's advice and of course hilarity ensues), and I don't necessarily like reading/watching things where people get embarrassed. I always feel second hand embarrassment for them rather than enjoying it. I was surprised the further in that I got into the book though, I was enjoying Ollie's story and found him to be a rather pleasant and lovable character, a genuine "nice" guy if not a bit too needy for my own tastes. Toward the end I couldn't put the book down and stayed up late last night in order to finish it. It sort of reminded me of a "Shopaholic" era Sophie Kinsella novel; entertaining and just plain CUTE.

While reading this book I actually lost count of the times that I laughed out loud!! Not just the occasional small chuckle but genuinely loud cackles.

Ollie is so relatable and the way his story is told, is so captivating; you truly are on the rollercoaster of life with him. You get to experience all of his ups and downs and take some sense of joy from his misadventures.

As someone that is also trying to be more mindful, it's a really quite nice to be able to see how Ollie deals with the cards he's been dealt and how he works through new (hilarious) situations.

I went into this book thinking it would maybe be purely a romantic novel, focusing solely on Ollie's relationships but it blossomed in to so much more than that. It truly is a coming of age story; full of new truths and adventure.

This was the first book I've read from this author and I enjoyed it very much. It was very well written and the characters were well thought out.

When Ollie is very publicly dumped by “The One”, his seemingly perfect world dissolved into misery. Until a bizarre chance encounter on a rooftop with a suicidal man in flip flops. While most would seek out the support of those close to him, Ollie reaches out to his subscribers, writing all about his break up. What follows is a series of soul seeking adventures recommended by his readers. With the support of all his subscribers, can Ollie mend his broken heart and find happiness again?

One of the funniest, most heart felt books I’ve ever read. I very rarely laugh out loud when reading. It takes a lot, but Rolf Harris jokes while camping with deers peering in, that makes me laugh out loud. Hearing all of Ollie’s adventures spoken about so honestly are just so funny. Then of course he figures out the root of his problems and it’s sad and raw. It takes you on the full roller coaster. It was refreshing reading a romance novel from a male perspective. Absolutely loved it!

An amusing tale of the woes of being human and trying to be a good one. I sniggered and snorted my way through the trials and tribulations of a character that needed to “grow a pair”. A good book, not one to push you but entertaining to say the least.

Dumped, Actually is another laugh out loud book from Nick Spalding. I received some funny looks on my commute to work but it was totally worth it. I thought Dry Hard was a bit so-so but Nick is back on top form with Dumped, Actually. I can't write anything about the story without spoiling it but look out for the episode in the forest!

I have never read a book by this author before, but, my goodness I will from now on. Hilariously funny, good storyline, believable and lovable characters. One thing I will say though is do not read this in the car (as I did in parts) as you get the strangest looks when laughing at some of the antics that Sweet gets up too. Highly recommended

Great storyline, amazing characters & very witty. I loved reading this book & would highly recommend it.

I loved this book and would highly recommend it to all. It has a great story line, brilliant main characters and is a real page turner. I couldn't put this book down.

Sounds sappy but it’s actually rather funny as Ollie gets material to write his column as he realizes he’s on a self-discovery tour. I did want to smack him upside the head so many times he was such a wuss but his adventures made it worth reading
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for giving me this arc for an honest review

You know where you stand when getting a Nick Spalding's book. His use of language is masterful and that alone is worth the reading. As usual the story is interspersed with intelligent humour and fabulous, quirky - to say the least- characters. Very light and entertaining but be prepared to find very good food for thought should you decide to read between the lines - another sign this is definitely top comedy. I couldn't help giving real life faces to the characters (both actors and, ahem, very well known memebers of public life). I can see a film (or a series?) coming out of this brilliant plot. I laughed so much! Definitely recommended and to be put on top of the to-be-read this summer.
I had the great pleasure to be able to read this book through NetGalley, before it was published. Many thanks to the author, the publisher and NetGalley.
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Dumped, Actually by Nick Spalding was odd, but in a good way. I enjoyed the strange turn of events in this unpredictable novel.

This book needs to be adapted into a 20 episode series - Ollie and his life encounters since getting dumped. A definite entertainer. One of the funniest writings I have come across these past few months.

Ollie was dumped by his girlfriend, yet again without a clue and was drowning in self-pity. He wrote about his breakups with a feature piece on a web-based magazine and asked the subscribers for advice on how to mend his broken heart. The way Ollie whines and exaggerates every tiny little things that were not going his way was just too much for me. I wish the author had developed the storyline with Wimsy rather than solely focusing on whiny, clueless Ollie.

I received a copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

A fantastic four star read.
Well worth reading, as good as any of his other books! I thoroughly enjoyed this.

I appreciate having had an opportunity to read and review this book. The appeal of this particular book was not evident to me, and if I cannot file a generally positive review I prefer simply to advise the publisher to that effect and file no review at all.