The Singles
by Meredith Goldstein
- Percentage of approved critics who have given this book a positive review.
Critic Rating
62%
Critic Reviews: 12
-
- User rating from iDreamBooks & iTunes
Reader Rating
72%
Reader Ratings: 30
Write a review
Synopsis
“The Singles skew everything” in a comedic, affecting wedding novel in which neither bride nor groom but five solo guests take center stage.Take an instantly recognizable social dilemma—attending a wedding alone—add a good laugh (and maybe a cry), and meet The Singles, the warm and witty debut by Boston Globe “Love Letters” columnist, Meredith Goldstein.Beth “Bee” Evans's first vow as a bride is that everyone on her list be invited to bring a guest to her... more
About Meredith Goldstein
Published: April 24, 2012 by Penguin Press
Genre: Humor & Entertainment, Romance. Fiction. 256 pages
- All Critics: 12
- Positive: 9
- Negative: 3
-
The Book Chick | 2 May 2012
I enjoyed The Singles and can recommend it without hesitation to anyone looking for a light and engaging read. This will be perfect reading material for the warmer and more relaxed days of summer.
Full ReviewThe Singles -
Boston.com | 24 Apr 2012
It’s a lot to keep track of, but Goldstein’s endearing (if a bit one-note and not always completely believable) characters are worth the effort.
Full ReviewThe Singles -
Early Nerd Special | 23 May 2012
Overall a very fun, smart read about a topic that’s been well-covered. Goldstein has a fresh voice that will resonate with readers–especially those looking for good “new adult” titles.
Full ReviewThe Singles -
Write Meg | 16 Apr 2012
I like that the novel didn’t offer easy answers, and things weren’t sealed and clean by the end.
Full ReviewThe Singles -
She Knows | 2 May 2012
The Singles is the perfect light read to tote along this wedding season!
Full ReviewThe Singles -
Borrowed and Blue | 1 May 2012
If you’re thinking, “Gee, they sound pretty dysfunctional,” you’d be right. But that’s exactly what makes Goldstein’s single characters’ stories so brilliant, witty and at times, heartbreaking.
Full ReviewThe Singles -
Novel Escapes | 22 May 2012
Regardless of its short and sweet nature, The Singles is still a fun read and is a novel that everyone who has ever sat solo at a wedding should be able to relate to.
Full ReviewThe Singles -
Everyday I Write the Book | 16 Jun 2012
The characters were interesting but not that well-developed.
Full ReviewThe Singles -
Chick Lit Plus | 3 May 2012
I found The Singles to be charming and heartfelt. I laughed and cried during a few scenes and felt as though the characters were developed very realistically.
Full ReviewThe Singles -
PR by the Book | 24 Apr 2012
I truly enjoyed Goldstein’s writing and was literally laughing out loud (or LOL) in some parts.
Full ReviewThe Singles -
Chick Lit Central | 4 May 2012
Overall, this was a great story from a fresh new voice in chick lit. It was easy to get caught up in the characters' lives, both in their past and present forms.
Full ReviewThe Singles -
Entertainment Realm | 23 May 2012
Therein lies the disappointment with these undeveloped, roughly sketched characters. With short chapters, a fluffy plot, and characters you’ll forget as soon as you close the book, The Singles is a certifiable beach read or rainy day-with-pot-of-tea read (if you, like I, dislike a lot of sun).
Full ReviewThe Singles