Another hilarious book which most of us can relate to. I didn’t give it my usual 5 stars because, while it was funny, it didn’t make me snort, laugh out loud or choke on my coffee.

Absolutely brilliant. Loved the book so very much. It was hilarious and lovely. It had some throwbacks to a previous novel (which made me squeal with excitement). The characters were fantastic and so well written. I loved them all, even the one I loved to hate. The story is written so very well - who needs self help books when they have Nick Spalding. This book is truly extraordinary and I can’t wait for the next Nick Spalding book to come out.

I love Spalding’s writing, but I do feel that his last two (this included) aren’t as strong as the early works.

This was an enjoyable, quick read with some absolutely hilarious moments, but it lacked the grab factor. The first and last thirds just felt a bit lacking, though the middle was fantastic.

Still recommended, but not as highly as it should have been.

This was not my type of book and I was very disappointed in it.
I had such high hopes for this book

Loved this book never read any by this author before but will definitely be looking at his others - Ollie is publicly dumped - this leads him to writing about his quest for true love and we see unfold a great endearing book about finding true love

This is a fast read about a man who’s a chameleon and doormat. After a disastrous public breakup, he tries to move on and grow up. The story is predictable and sometimes the writing doesn’t flow, but Ollie’s propensity for ridiculous situations is humorous.

Thank you to Lake Union Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC.

I absolutely loved this book! I was crying with laughter quite a few times, Nick Spalding is my go to author when I want cheered up. I realise comedy is extremely subjective and these books might not appeal to everyone, but Nick's books really appeal to my sense of humour. Some of the situations Ollie gets himself into after being dumped by his girlfriend are absolutely hysterical. I also loved Ollie's parents, they were bewildered but always supportive,
Fabulous book, I would thoroughly recommend.

Dumped, Actually by author Nick Spaulding started strong with the main character drawing empathy from readers. Character antics brought about a couple of chuckles.
Review copy received from the Publisher via Netgalley

Nick Spalding continues to be a winner!

Ollie plans a very elaborate proposal to Samantha, his love. Her fondness for theme parks makes the grand opening of Thorn Manor a perfect time to propose - and it is on Samantha's birthday, too.

Ollie has planned everything from a band, to a first ride on a roller coaster and even a 24K gold ring!

And then it's off to the zany adventures that only Nick Spalding can entertain with. His humor never ceases to delight!

Many Thanks to Lake Union Publishing and NetGalley for another great read!

Oliver (the MC) is sweet and lovable but also a total pushover and sometimes-idiot, to the point that some of his actions were exasperating. At the beginning of the story I wasn't sure if he would win me over, but win me over he did!

A really fun story, full of interesting characters and plenty of truly laugh out loud moments.

I was curious to see how I would rate this book; for me Bricking It, a previous book by Splading ,was the funniest book I had ever experienced and I didn't see this being any better. Boy, was I wrong. It's the utter comedy perfection I've come to expect from this author but also a really really REALLY good story with loveable, well developed characters and antics that keep you wanting to turn the page to see what happens next.

I don't remember the last time I've laughed as much as while reading this book, its definitely one you don't want to read sat alone in a coffee if you're conscious of people staring. I was there blurting out proper belly laughs, not just cute little chuckles.

It's also really refreshing to have a man being dumped and going through the phases that typically we see in chick-lit and then working through things in a quite unique way and coming out the other side with an interesting perspective.

I've really enjoyed this book and I'm pretty sad that its over. 5/5.

Light hearted cheery uplifting book! Ollie and his disastrous love life, will make you smile and laugh out loud at his antics, nice to read a book from a more male perspective, that is easily relatable and believable!
This book is a feel good, funny treat to devour in one sitting!
Thank you net galley for this advance copy to read much enjoyed x

Oliver Sweet, your typical ‘nice guy’. I absolutely loved this book. I love Nick Spaulding and have enjoyed all of his book. Reader beware, if you’re reading this book in public you may have to hold your laughing in!! Thanks to Netgalley for letting me review this title.

Not a bad read, a good story, did think ollie was a bit wet and couldn't really warm to him, previous novels of Nicks have made me laugh out loud this one not so much, but kept me engaged until the end

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!