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The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Dating and Sex (The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbooks)
by
Joshua Piven,
Jennifer Worick (Goodreads Author), David Borgenicht
The authors of the best-selling The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook are back—and they've brought a date. Whatever your own dating nightmares are, take it from the professionals, things can get worse. Just in time for Valentine's Day, here are dozens of scenarios covering every phase of the romantic—or not so romantic—turn of events. Learn how to remove stubborn artic...more
Paperback, 176 pages
Published
October 1st 2001
by Chronicle Books
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It is refreshing to see the Worse Case Scenario format applied to one of the most emotional aspects of human existence: romantic relationships. The authors (who now include for the first time Jennifer Worick), cut through the emotional anguish, the stress, and mystery of relationships, simply declaring "If this happens, do this." The authors manage to stop just short of cynicism, even when they're explaining how to ditch a bad date, how to have an affair, and how to fake an orgasm. It won't even...more
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Overall I found the book informative; however there were a few parts that distracted me.
I felt that the book came off as seriotyically sexist because it specified a male or a female in a certain roll when it could've been genderless words such as, your date, you, or they.
Other than that, I enjoyed the book. I thought it was funny and informative.
Quick read and time worth spent!
I felt that the book came off as seriotyically sexist because it specified a male or a female in a certain roll when it could've been genderless words such as, your date, you, or they.
Other than that, I enjoyed the book. I thought it was funny and informative.
Quick read and time worth spent!
Thank God I don't have to worry about this any more, but if you are single and want to know how to tell if your date is a man or how to escape from the worst date of your life, read this book.
This was pretty funny. Another good coffee table book to thumb through and have on hand to read in a group. And it's actually helpful, despite being incredibly funny!
the main idea of this book is that it's a great "shelf book" to have when having people over. people, like dates =) especially for humorous people.
For those that are as inept as I in the dating world, this book is pretty funny, or sad, or maybe just strangely useful.
There are a couple of tips in here I'd actually use (if I had to). The rest is pretty silly.
I'm completely saving this book for Falon, once she starts dating.
I spotted this at a garage sale, and thought it would be a laugh, which it totally is. Even more hilarious is how COMPLETELY useful it is.
I now know how to tell if I'm on a date with man or a woman, how to escape from a bathroom, how to disguise myself if I have to escape a date, and how to remove a bra. Well, I knew the last one already.
They also trod into my territory in that I still plan on writing a book on how to have a prop...more
I spotted this at a garage sale, and thought it would be a laugh, which it totally is. Even more hilarious is how COMPLETELY useful it is.
I now know how to tell if I'm on a date with man or a woman, how to escape from a bathroom, how to disguise myself if I have to escape a date, and how to remove a bra. Well, I knew the last one already.
They also trod into my territory in that I still plan on writing a book on how to have a prop...more
I've had this book on my shelves for a few years now and it still makes me laugh.
A fun mix of facts and farce. My God, don't forget to scan the Appendix and source list of Experts at the back!
A cute book. My boyfriend and I laughed a lot when reading the book.
Dec 25, 2011
Needleroozer
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
anyone who goes on dates or has sex
Funnier than the Worst-Case Scenario book for the holidays, this book is full of lots of step by step instructions to get people out of all sorts of sex related mishaps.
Topics include (but are not limited to) how to spot fakes (breasts, toupees), how to fake an orgasm (not recommended--by me or the book), what to do if you can't remember the name of the person you wake up next to, how to ditch your date, what to do if don't have enough money to pay the bill, and how to successfully have an affa...more
Topics include (but are not limited to) how to spot fakes (breasts, toupees), how to fake an orgasm (not recommended--by me or the book), what to do if you can't remember the name of the person you wake up next to, how to ditch your date, what to do if don't have enough money to pay the bill, and how to successfully have an affa...more
Must have for us single girls!
Very funny :)
Jul 27, 2011
Lisa
added it
Great humor.
Good to know?
Yup. Still funny.
some funny situations.
Cute book. I gave it as a gift to a male friend who was down on his dating luck and he actually used the "remove a bra with one hand" trick to snag his first serious girlfriend a couple months later. Well...maybe it wasn't the smooth move that sealed the deal, but I bet it didn't hurt.
This book had some great pointers and suggestions for someone who was on an extremely painful date. it was funny and I know that there were actually some things in there that were kind of helpful.
Nov 29, 2009
Jinnie
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Anyone dating.
Shelves:
general-nonfiction,
dating
Here's some real news you can use on the dating scene. There's also quite a bit of news you can't use, but all-in-all, I was able to learn a few tricks and things to be on the lookout for.
But the question I have is what use IS knowing you could block body odor with chamomile tea bags when most restaurants only carry black or green tea?
This book seemed dull; it rarely succeeded at being funny. I learned very little. It's probably worth no more than a superficial look.
This book is hilarious! From how to tell if your date is an axe-murderer to how to "pass gas" while on a date! Great for a light read.
Well, being only a teen, I found this book to be mildly entertaining and it helped out a few friends.
Oct 17, 2007
Matt
added it
Again, if I find myself in a restaurant with a crazy woman, I now know how to escape.
Backup, just-in-case ;D
how to fake an orgasm, how to leave a bad date, and in the appendix-worst pick up lines ever.
FUNNY
Hehehe :).
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