We Should Hang Out Sometime: Embarrassingly, a True Story -- Free Preview Edition

by Josh Sundquist

"When I was twenty-five years old, it came to my attention that I had never had a girlfriend. At the time, I was actually under the impression that I was in a relationship, so this bit of news came as something of a shock."
Why was Josh still single? To find out, he tracked down each of the girls he had tried to date since middle school and asked them straight up: What went wrong?
The results of Josh's semiscientific investigation are in your hands. From a disastrous Putt-Putt date involving a backward prosthetic foot, to his introduction to CFD (Close Fast Dancing), and a misguided "grand gesture" at a Miss America pageant, this story is about looking for love-or at least a girlfriend-in all the wrong places.
Poignant, relatable, and totally hilarious, this memoir is for anyone who has ever wondered, "Is there something wrong with me?"
(Spoiler Alert: the answer is no.)

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Published November 18, 2014

About the author

JOSH SUNDQUIST is a Paralympian, author, motivational speaker, and Halloween enthusiast.

Reviews

[Paula M · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh wow. Wshos might be the funniest book I've read this year. I admit that I'm not really big on reading Non Fiction books BUT I do enjoy them. Especially ones like this. There's just something so special about reading memories that happened in a person.. for real. Even if those are embarrassing moments. (More reason to read them tbqh) And even though the author is older than me and not in the same species with me.. I found this book surprisingly relatable.

And maybe this is about watching too much FRIENDS, but the author totally reminds me of Chandler.



I don't know, they're just both funny and awkward and adorable.

Oh and what am I talking about. There's NO SUCH THING AS 'TOO MUCH' FRIENDS.

Anyway, the book was funny and absolutely life changing.. in a way. I mean, maybe not in dramatic sense, but this book will really make you think. About how you see yourself. About your views in dating. About stuff that really matters.

And lastly, the author is really admirable. Even though he is, as people will say, different.. to have a light and inspiring spirit like his is truly admirable. And I'm really glad that he shared these embarrassing but totally life lesson worthy memories of him to his readers. I really suggest you guys should give this book a go..

[Daniela · Rating 3 out of 5]

Beginning: Intriguing concept, I hope it's funny!

Middle: It's starting to drag and it's not as funny as I hoped...

Towards the End: HAHAHA, this is getting hilarious and it's very enlightening at the same time.

The End: Awww <3

[Sandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

The subject is a twenty-five year old male contemplating why he hasn’t had a girlfriend his entire life. You might think this is bizarre but it’s not like Josh hasn’t had a relationship with another female his entire life. Josh is concerned because he hasn’t had a serious relationship, a lasting relationship and he wants to know why. Bewildered, Josh begins his own investigative work to answer why he was rejected over the years and to figure out what his future holds. What’s Josh doing? I really couldn’t comprehend why Josh was so fixated about this subject. He’s a guy….he has lots of friends, plus he’s only 25 years-old so why was he so worried about his past. I was anxious to read some of Josh’s stories revealing his previous relationships because I was thinking there had to be a pattern; he had to be missing the clues somewhere along the line. As Josh turns back the pages of time, he begins this journey with his years in high school and it’s an engaging account of the many relationships he has had with his own personal stories thrown in. He’s an amputee, living with strict parents and as I read the stories, I’m can see why Josh had so many friends. He acts like a typical teenager who doesn’t let his disability slow him down. He’s well-liked amongst his peers but the question remains: why he can’t acquire a serious relationship and only Josh can answer that question. His stories are humorous at times and I found myself laughing with him and laughing at the situations that were presented to him. As Josh talks about his physical disability, he’s very accepting of the circumstances that limit his mobility that he truly is an inspiration to others. I enjoyed each of his true stories, each account unique as the chemistry between the characters.
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley and Little, Brown Books for Young Readers in exchange for an honest opinion.

[Kevin Vang · Rating 5 out of 5]

I give this book a 5 out of 5 stars. This book talks about Josh Sundquist as he reflects about his old crushes and then later consults them about why things didn't work for them. It's a humorous book, providing the reader with tons of entertainment and laughs. There are also fun graphs and diagrams for the reader to look at throughout the book. It's also really easy to read and follow. The format of the book is great too. For every crush that he talks about, he gives you a "background" section, "hypothesis" section, and an "investigation" section. The "background" section provides the reader information about his old crush, how they met, and their past together. Then he follows it up with the "hypothesis" section. Here he just speculates on why things didn't work out for them. Then the "investigation" section is when he finally confronts his old crush, years later, asking them why things didn't work out. I recommend it for people who are looking to read something comfortable, easy to read, funny, and relatable.

[Haliah · Rating 5 out of 5]

In the book We Should Hang Out Sometime by Josh Sandquist you read about a boy named Josh who has ¨never¨ had a girlfriend. In the beginning of the story you learn about a boy named, Josh, with one leg who has a crush on a girl from summer camp. At 25 years old he is looking back wondering why he has never had a girlfriend and if it was because of his leg. Read the book to find out what happens!

[Christi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Every teenager should read this book! Quirky wit fused with self-reflection equals a funny, wise narrative about being honest with yourself.
I want to have dinner with Josh Sundquist to tell him that his journey through his early relationships is not only typical, but probably will make him a better partner in the end.
The reader feels his pain and insecurity and identifies with it.

[Melissa Yaka · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fun look at the complexity of relationships and how many of us are not fluent in the language of relationships- despite our best efforts!

[Faviana Gomez · Rating 5 out of 5]

it was good

[Paige · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cringey and awkward but so hilarious

[Kaitlynne Green]

Read a few chapters and suddenly stopped. This DNF was back in 2015ish.

[MJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like this book because it is very inspirational
and it is very sad that he had to go through all of this,
it is not something anybody should go through so it really
inspires me and almost everybody in my family.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed Josh's voice and writing style. It was a quick, fun, and interesting read, learning of Josh's ups and (mostly) downs of love and how he finally found a girlfriend. As someone who hasn't dated much or had very long relationships (and is more often single than not) I certainly felt I could relate. I'd definitely recommend if you want something light and fun!

[Paula Jordan · Rating 4 out of 5]

omfg it's Paula look at me and add me if you e kim or ivan NOW