Breaking Up Is Really, Really Hard to Do

Dating Game #2

by Natalie Standiford

The continuing story of three high school sophomores, Holly, Madison, and Lina, as their love lives and those of their friends take unexpected turns, assisted by the girls' matchmaking services.

Genres: Young Adult, Contemporary, Chick Lit

225 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2005

About the author

Natalie Standiford, author of "Astrid Sees All," "How to Say Goodbye in Robot," "Confessions of the Sullivan Sisters," "The Secret Tree," "Switched at Birthday," "The Boy on the Bridge," and "The Only Girl in School," has written picture books, nonfiction, chapter books, teen novels, an entry in the 39 Clues series, and even horror novels for young adults. Standiford also plays bass in the rock band Tiger Beat, with fellow YA authors Libba Bray, Daniel Ehrenhaft, and Barnabas Miller.
Find out more at her web site, www.nataliestandiford.com.

Reviews

[shannon✨ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ik vond dit duidelijk een leuker boek dan het eerste deel. Ik weet niet waar het 'm precies in zat, maar het las nu ook wel lekker weg. Vandaar ook dat ik het boek in één dag heb uitgelezen.

[Sleepless Dreamer · Rating 1 out of 5]

When I read TDG, I was a young 12 year old. Suffice to say, my relationship history was nonexistent and I was not in high school. Reading that book back then, made me think that's what high school would be like.

So when I realized there's a sequel, I had to read it. I didn't expect some work of literary art, I just wanted to feel some closure. I don't believe in leaving series unfinished.

To what grade is this book aimed? As a pre-teen, this series deceived me into believing my high school years would be filled up with dramatic relationships and crushes. As a teen, now, I find this series so incredibly dumb and unrealistic. I doubt anyone above the age of 20 would even consider reading this series. What's the point of a series that talks about high school but seems to be aimed at a younger audience?

I don't know how to even begin to list my problems with this book. Holly dumps Rob for no real reason and then wants to get back with him because she gets jealous. Lina literally pretends to be a different person online and has an Internet relationship with her teacher. I really can't. It's so stupid, immature, and unrealistic.

The dialogues make no sense, the plot is so obvious, the writing is dull. I don't even want to think about the lessons a teen girl is supposed to take from this (change yourself to get the man? Deceive your teachers?)

Just do yourself a favor and don't read this. I suspect I lost IQ points.

[Six · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was SO funny, I could not put it down. I can't wait to read the next one!

[Mackenzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great follow-up to The Dating Game. This touches on what a break-up feels like in High School and one of the main characters learns that the grass is not always greener, which is a common lesson high schoolers learn. She caters well to the teen/pre-teen audience.

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

I recommend this book to girls my age who like the Clique series, Sloppy Firsts, etc. You should read it because it's very entertaining and it reveals the real life of a teenager. If your looking for some book like the Gossip Girls where everything is so glamorous and everything is perfect, then this isn't the book for you. This book shows what girls our age who are "normal" really think, and you can relate to it somehow. These girls have flaws just like us, and can get wrapped up in their emotions some times. Before reading this book you should read the first one, however, I think you will enjoy the second one more.

[Siera · Rating 2 out of 5]

I read this book as a quick filler for in between the heavy, symbolic, excellent quality books that I have to read for English. So, for what it was, I did like it. However, even for a quick read teen romance, the quality of this book was pretty low. The plot was fairly predictable, the characters were whiny and clichéd, and there were grammatical errors all through it. But it was a fun, quick read overall.

[Katrina Knittle · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book series is a guilty pleasure for me. It's not a book i would typically find myself reading anymore. But if it ends up in my hand I cannot put it down. I will admit at times this book can get confusing and it's hard to feel like your getting to know the characters. A cute high school read definitely.

[Corine]

The 3 girls, Maddie, Holly and Lina are at it again. This time they try to figure out if true love can survive high school all the way to graduation.All 3 girls have thier new love interest, and are observing who's dating who in school.

[Brielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book in A Dating Game series. It goes through the life of Holly, Madison, and Lina. Three best friends who run the Dating Game website. It goes through their love lives and personal thoughts about everything. This is also good for tips and pointers in teenage love life.

[Stefanie Samuel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the romances in this book, and the events that take place, they are so "high school".

[jessica chen · Rating 4 out of 5]

effing good!!!!!!! this is the second book of the series. lots of love confusion going on.

[Amy]

I like this book. Its talk about how these group of girl are finding ways to know if their boyfriend or the person they have a crush on is "the one".

[Caroline · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was pretty much the same as the first one. The plot was a little different, and the characters were developed more.

[Bianca Bouie]

Just to be honest about your feelings and not try to play with people emotions

[Kathy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I bought this because the back cover made me laugh out loud. As teen lit, the story was a quick read, humorous and clean.

[Piyanka · Rating 1 out of 5]

Don't ask me why I read it because I don't know why. It is one of the most artificial books I've ever read.

[Arely · Rating 4 out of 5]

well this book is all about drama about dealing with boys. is about this dating website some high school girls made

[The Third Place A Teen Library]

F STA dg bk.2

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great I really liked Lina the most.

[Jamie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Three friends continue to play matchmaker AND find out about their own best loves in this 2nd entry in a series. Totally fun fluff.

[Linde · Rating 3 out of 5]

Leuk, maar niet erg bijzonder. Het is niet zo dat ik nu te springen zit om het volgende deel. Maar zou ik het een keer toevallig tegenkomen in de bibliotheek, zou ik het meenemen.

[Madison · Rating 4 out of 5]

good book, defiantly a good series

[Rebecca · Rating 2 out of 5]

This series is slowly climbing up the latter. Way better than the first one it has something that just draws you in. I'm sceptical about the 3rd book i will give it a shot and see

[Lena · Rating 4 out of 5]

Happy ending. The girl was unfair, but she did learn the value of things. I liked that part. Though the book was a little dramatic, I still liked this book.

[Charmaine · Rating 1 out of 5]

I'm losing brain cells as I read this.

[Rakila Hunter]

fcjc

[Stefanie Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Adia]

awesome!:)