Thank you to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for this advanced reader's copy. In exchange, I am providing an honest review.

Andy Bellows has an addiction and it's affecting his health. He has muscle aches and pains, headaches, poo problems, and lockjaw. He fears the worst as he goes to his GP to get what he is sure is a death diagnosis. Instead, Dr. Hu tells him something he doesn't want to hear and certainly didn't expect to hear. He's an addict...to the internet and all of its trappings. NOOOOOOOOOOOO! But as Andy thinks about it he realizes, with a sinking sick feeling, that Dr. Hu is right. He's an addict and it's time to detox. Thus begins a 60-day digital detox. Day 1 and the withdrawal symptoms are strong but by the end of week 1 he's slept better and his headaches are gone, as are the neck pains. Hmmmm. Maybe there's something to this detox thing. As Andy continues on his detox journey we go with him as he attempts to navigate the world without the use of devices. You know, like we did only 20 years or so ago. He can't believe how reliant he has become on devices and the various apps that apparently do his thinking for him even though he didn't realize it. The lessons Andy learns intrigue others and soon he has a following, not virtually but in real life which leads to a whole other set of problems. Is what is best for Andy best for everyone?

I wanted to read this book because of the topic. Digital detoxing is of great interest to me as is the science that is now emerging over what the digital life is doing to our health, physical and mental. Nick Spalding takes a fictional look at this very real epidemic with a twist of humor. It was great. He addresses the pitfalls of digital life with the balance we desperately need. How did we all get so dependant on electronic devices and the world wide web, to include "social media", so quickly? What are the pros of advancing technology? What are the cons? Is it possible to find a balance and practice digital life in moderation? I was hoping, as I started this fictional account of digital detox, that Spalding would address these real-life questions through his story. *Spoiler Alert.* He did.

This is a must read book for anyone who has found themselves spending just a little too much time on the Internet (basically all of us). The main character Andy is a normal run-of-the-mill guy who comes to realize that he’s really not living a full life by being so obsessed with social media. The situations that Andy finds himself in are hilarious but also thought-provoking. The great takeaway from this novel is balance - something we all need alittle bit more of in our lives

Laugh-aloud moments in this book............Highlighting the pros and cons of living in the digital. Certainly gave me good reason to think twice about losing myself down the rabbit-hole of Facebook, Twitter etc. If you're looking to have yourself a good chuckle to get through these undoubtedly gloomy and worrying times then Nick Spalding is certainly the go-to man for that! Really enjoyed this light-hearted and sometimes poignant book.

2 stars
Logging Off
by Nick Spalding

This is my first book by Nick Spalding and unfortunately, it will be my last. I expected so much more given the hype his books receive. I found it mildly funny and very whiny. Just not my type of book. He is in his late 30’2 and he constantly complains about how old he is? Really? It is ridiculous.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley. The views given are my own.

Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of Logging Off.

This was my first book by the author, but it won't be the last.

Logging Off is the humorous story of Andy Bellows, a 36 year old freelance graphic designer whose dependence on all things tech has wreaked havoc on his very human body.

When his doctor suggests a digital detox, Andy is reluctant, yet for the sake of his health, pursues this strange, new journey on the road to wellness.

As a result, Andy discovers a newfound appreciation for his life, finds a new love, and that logging off doesn't mean giving up tech entirely, but to find a happy balance between living his life and needing tech to live.

Andy is a relatable character; some of his qualities I can definitely relate to, including the way his mind makes funny remarks only the readers can see.

The author injects the narrative with humor, which I enjoyed, but at times I felt it was too jokey.

Some scenes were amusing, but drawn out. It was how I felt when watching Bridesmaids; some of the outrageous scenes were hilarious but went on for 10 minutes too long.

This was a good read. It would make a good rom-com.

I don’t recall reading other books by Nick Spalding, so this was an introductory read for me. I found the writing style simple and engaging, even if his personality was a bit histrionic at times.
I enjoyed witnessing his guinea-pig quest to quit all things digital except for work. I like revisiting the nostalgia of pre-Internet and his story provided plenty, as well as illuminating how much our technology has permanently changed our culture.
Thank you to Net Galley for this fun glimpse and past and present reality.

2.5 stars. I love the idea. I think everyone on the planet needs to detox from technology. It was funny at times, but the writing was a little long-winded (two and a half pages about trying to find a spot in a parking lot?) and there was more talk of IBS than I ever need to read in a single book.

I wasn't sure about this book when the first two pages talked about an app that would track bowel movements. I pushed through those few minutes of grossness and was glad I did. Getting to know Andy Bellows as he learned to live without technology was a great reprieve from the real world. It was also interesting to think about walking away from all social media when currently the world is under a global pandemic. To live without the constant barrage of information is tempting right now, but scary at the same time. In that way I relate to Bellows as he starts his detox. What I really enjoyed about this book was his final message. That following others, checking into what they're doing or their opinion to make your choices is a waste of time. I totally see the irony that I don't believe in checking in on opinions as I'm writing a review for a book. But I don't believe you should choose to read this book because I liked it. You should choose to read it because you want to. I know I'll be checking out more of Nick Spalding's books now.

Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC!

I wanted to like this book...ironic that I read it on an iPad. However, I found myself skimming just trying to finish. It did go by quickly, but I didn’t really feel like there was a storyline. I found Andy annoying and couldn’t relate to his train of thought.

Thank you to Amazon Publishing and NetGalley for a digital arc in exchange for an honest review.

I thought this book was laugh out loud hilarious and I really enjoyed it! I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys memoirs that read like fiction and who needs a laugh! This follows the story of our main character who gives up the internet for two months and how that affects his life. He even finds love and the whole story was just so cute! I thoroughly enjoyed it. Two thumbs way up for this one!!

I have enjoyed many of Nick Spalding's books in the past because I love their sense of humor and writing style, but I found Logging Off to be incredibly tedious to read. I caught myself skimming for key words and plot points because I wasn't connecting with any of it. I'm sure it was a deliberate stylistic choice to show how addicted to technology the main character, Andy, is and perhaps if I had kept reading it may have eventually revealed a nice character arc. Unfortunately, this one is a miss for me and I am adding it to the DNF pile after reading 25%.

Honest review provided in exchange for a galley copy courtesy of #NetGalley.

As always - Nick Spalding does not disappoint!

A humorous look into technology as only Spalding can do the best!

HIGHLY recommend

Many Thanks to Amazon, UK and NetGalley for a great read!

Witty comedy that's so appropriate at this current time where we are all using technology and social media to keep us entertained while the world is so unsettled. I read this at the start of the lockdown and it was so thought provoking when considering just how much time I spend online, could I cope without it? I have no idea!
Well worth a read and a try at coming offline.

Received a copy from Netgalley for an honest review.

OMG! I loved this book! So funny, I hurt my belly laughing. I had been meaning to read this author for a while and took this opportunity to do so. It's so awesome to see a guy perspective on modern life and it's problems. Give this one a go, you'll be glad you did.

I loved this book. After reading it I realised that actually I spend far too much time on social media, while I am lucky it doesn't make me feel inadequate some people it does. When Andy starts to suffer physical symptoms he decides to live his life without using the computer - there is lots of humour in this book which appeals to me but it has a serious undertone. Imagine going back to a time when you don't have all the answers at the tip of your fingers. An enjoyable read that made me think about how I live life

I tried to read this one but I can’t get past the first chapter. It’s crude and not funny at all. I’m not sure if it’s because I’m not the right audience for it or not, but I don’t find it to be very interesting. I won’t leave a review on other channels as it isn’t fair since I did not finish reading this book.

I enjoy reading Nick Spalding books as I find them an easy read and mostly likely they seem to be relevant to society! As today with all the social media going it was refreshing to read a different perspective on it.

Andy Bellows is an everyman. Someone most people can identify with. If you are not like him, you know someone who is. That’s what makes his character so great. It's very easy to identify with his trails and his foibles. His problems are very timely, in fact, this book could be ahead of the curve, in address the over-reliance on technology, specifically online.

In its way, it’s a wake-up call but wrapped up in a crazy and Hilarious narrative. Forget a Greta Thumberg, its Andy Bellows who we need to listen to.

Its fresh and original, and the journey here is great fun. It a good you cannot put down. You just want to experience more. Just like the technology, it deals with, it very compulsive. This is my second Nick Spalding book, after reading Dumped Actually. Personally, I think this is even better than that great book. That is why I thought it was pure genius to overlap a with part of Dumped Actually. Marvelous idea.

Really recommend this to anyone with a sense of humor and fun. I believe this is going to be the top of many people's recommended lists. Pure Genious. to be shared with as many people as possible

A very relevant topic in today’s world!
I have read a few of Nick Spalding’s books now and as with all the others I find them to be a very easy and fun read. I look forward to reading more.

I did not enjoy this as much as the last book, that’s not to say I did not like the story, I just found it to be not quite as funny. Logging off was a good fun read though and I would recommend you give it a go, I would be interested to hear/see other people’s opinions on it