1 / 7Everything I Know About Love by Dolly Alderton
Dolly Alderton: Everything I Know About Love is a book about female friendship, love and growing up, told through warm, humorous reflections on everyday experiences. Its 368-page English edition is listed by Penguin.
At a glance
- Centres on female friendship, love and the messy experience of growing up.
- The publisher describes a mix of humour and reflections on both lively occasions and everyday companionship.
- Listed as an English-language first edition with 368 pages.
Reference price: £11.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Its friendship-focused subject and humorous, reflective tone may appeal to readers looking for personal writing about relationships.
- The listed print length and dimensions offer clear reference points when choosing a physical book.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Penguin |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 7 Feb. 2019 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 368 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0241982103 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0241982105 |
| Weight listed | 275 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13.1 x 2.4 x 20 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in female friendship, love and coming-of-age reflections.
- People seeking a humorous, personal read for a holiday or relaxed reading.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a plot-led novel, since the supplied description presents personal reflections rather than a novel.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as warm, humorous and relatable, with readers appreciating its reflections on love and life experiences. Some report laughing and crying, while opinions about how entertaining it is are mixed, with some finding it boring. This suggests the personal, humorous approach may suit readers seeking reflective relationship writing, but its appeal may depend on whether they enjoy that style.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the humour, readability and relatable reflections on love and life.
Mixed feedback
- Opinions on how engaging or entertaining the book is are mixed.
Frequently asked questions
What is Everything I Know About Love about?
The supplied description presents it as a warm, humorous reflection on love, female friendship and growing up.
How long is this edition?
The listing gives a print length of 368 pages.
What language and edition are listed?
The details specify English and a first edition.
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