Why Am I Always the One Before 'the One'?: One Girls' Quest to Bag Mr.Right

"At first look you would think the book was about a complete control freak's dating history, but charlotte proves to be a well-intentioned but slighty bonkers dating partner, with a good heart and witty musings. I very much enjoyed reading this book, and I think it was because it's real and there's something you can relate to at least on every other page. I was reading it on public transport and I can't count the looks I received as laughing out loud or cringing in equal measures while doing so!! I'd recommend it to anyone who thinks they've ever done anything bonkers in the name of love or lust, because it's probably nothing compared to any of the people in this book."
~ Written on 2008-06-04

"This book details various dating situations from Charlotte and her friends over the years, the best thing being that it is non-fiction. I've thoroughly enjoyed reading the book and have found myself laughing at some of the hilariously stupid things they've done and how familiar some of the situations seem. Whoever you are you will find it difficult not to relate to some of the dating experiences and it also details the opinions of her friends, both male and female. It's even made me feel better about my foolish behaviour in the past! Easy to read and difficult to put down."
~ Written on 2008-06-03

"i loved this book and couldnt put it down ,has everything you need to remind you of your young days dating ,trials and tribulations of todays dating and relationship problems! most of the examples used will relate to every woman out there! would recommend this to anyone! xx"
~ Written on 2008-05-31

"The best thing about this book is that it is all true. We've all done crazy things at times of desperation, and Charlotte lets us know we are not alone in our neurotic antics. Evoking the readers own memories of better-best-forgotten experiences, and dating-game nightmares, this book will honestly make you feel that like you are perfectly normal. Not to mention some sly tricks for keeping men going off the rails too much (The Nando's trick is genius)
This book is perfect for the summer, and will have you chuckling to yourself throughout. I couldn't put it down.
Regardless of whether you are single, married or somewhere in between, trust me, you will relate to this book!"
~ Written on 2008-05-08

"This is a lovely, lively look at negotiating your way around those tricky relationship issues we all face. It's written with a real warmth and despite detailing some rather embarrassing dating tales the whole thing has an uplifting air about it.

Although the back page blurb has this down as an "intimate memoir", it is much more than that. Charlotte Ward does take us through her own trials and tribulations, but along the way she involves stories and perspectives from friends and acquaintances - both male and female.

This was a fabulous read I'd recommend to anyone!"
~ Written on 2008-05-05