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“With humor, wit, and a whole lot of sarcasm Julian’s debut takes an unabashed look at a failed marriage, divorce, and dating under the scrutiny of a less than supportive family. She takes readers on a raucous ride that explores what it means to be a woman—gaping flaws and all.”
\n\n—Adair Lara, former San Francisco Chronicle columnist, author of Naked, Drunk, and Writing
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\n\n"If you are a fan of Girls or Sex and the City, this is a beach read that you are not going to be able to put down." —Sara Skirball, on the CBS show We Are Austin
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"The Dating Bender packs a punch. Ms. Julian has written an amusing tale with so many twists. This story is a painful, crazy ride; however, the pot of gold that Samantha finally finds is well deserved, and her character's perseverance is proof positive we are all survivors in some fashion."
\n\n—InD'tale magazine
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\n"A laugh out loud, don't read in public, and sometimes heartbreaking story." --United Indie Book Blog
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\n"There is nothing shameful about women's sexual desires and more stories about women gaining and enjoying sexual freedom are necessary, and appreciated."
—Amanda Addams, Fan Girls Read it First
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