MatchDotBomb: A Midlife Journey through Internet Dating

by Francine Pappadis Friedman

What happens when you find yourself out there again, after years-or even decades-of being half of a couple? Ask the 89 million adult men and women who are living alone. Or, better yet, follow one woman's true, touching, and hilarious return to singlehood. Filled with unforgettable characters, MatchDotBomb is the thinking woman's Bridget Jones's Diary -and an indispensable guide for smart men who want to know what's really on a woman's mind.

184 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

Reviews

[Thomas P. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I bought this book from the author herself at the Chicago Lit Fest in June of '18, and I must say it was pretty good. Although it was non-fiction, it sort of read like a novel, and at the same time, a collection of short stories. The author, in between telling the reader, mostly in comical terms, about each on-line dating adventure (the short story aspect), she describes somewhat, the story of her life (the novel aspect), which was actually quite interesting. What is remarkable is how she is able to do all that within 185 pages, yet nothing seems left unfinished. This book is good read for sure.

[Denise Gualtiere · Rating 4 out of 5]

My daughter gave me this book for Christmas. When I opened it, I immediately burst out laughing. What was she trying to tell me?

I initially thought this was a how to internet date book for the over 50 crowd. While the author does spend a chapter talking about creating profiles, this book is really about her personal internet dating experience with a few pointers thrown in here and there. As a young widow myself, I really appreciated her honesty in discussing the difficulty in moving on to new relationships, dealing with grief and loneliness.

[Catherine · Rating 2 out of 5]

amusing, but don't get discouraged; found mine online