Reviews of Two Wrongs

The best way to try to paint a picture of “Two Wrongs Make A Vice” is to think of as the garage-band love child of Nick Hornby, J.D. Salinger, and Douglas Coupland. It is perhaps a little less polished, but it holds more truth and heart. It follows the stream of consciousness that Generation Y can become immersed in as the narrator relays tales of growing up dating in the age of IM and facebook and graduating in a time of recession. It holds stories about mistakes with significant others to senior prom to getting your first job after college that are relatable and stick in your head as you recall a similar experience. The narrator laments that “the author gives you a microscopic piece of himself or herself and, in return, you give the author a certain number of hours in your life.” Then claims, “it’s not always a fair trade.” In the case of “Two Wrongs”, it is. – Kaitlyn Beebe

“Nick, I just pulled my nose out of your book. It was unbelievably amazing. Reading the last sentence, it left me there just sitting on my bed with a cup of tea thinking about myself and my story. I loved how you described and explained the music you listened to like Brand New. You made a soundtrack for me to listen to as I read. It was very, i don’t know, comforting to know other people can see a song for more than just a catchy melody. I read and re-read as you told the stories about the girls who’s presence made it into this story. I sat there talking to myself, I can’t believe her. . . I can’t believe him! It was a roller coaster of emotions. And then to following your dream.It just really helps to know, that reassurance, that following your dreams isn’t easy, and it comes along with headaches, heart ache, and downfalls; but when something comes along you know it has and will be worth it. I feel a bit of confidence in myself now, that even when I am frustrated at that blank white screen and blinking curser that eventually my story will come together as well. I feel like I know you, well a part of you; not just because of the book, but because I somehow found myself in a lot of what you wrote.” -Tumblr user SubjectToInterpretation

“Just got the book…Read the first page and laughed out loud 3 times!!!” -Jessica (family friend)

“Started reading promptly, and am enjoying it so much that I brought it to work with me and have been reading it between fixing jammed slide scanners…
So. “Two Wrongs Make a Vice,” by Nick Orsini, aka readattheshow. I’m really into it so far. Good stuff. Go follow dude’s Tumblr, he never disappoints!” -Tumblr user Chanonista

“So today, or rather, yesterday, i recieved an autographed book in the mail…
It was Two Wrongs Make A Vice by Nick Orsini and it’s fucking incredible. I also got a handwritten poem and that made me v happy :33 so yeah. LOVE! and you should all go out and buy it because it’s really amazing.” Tumblr user Gasmasklove

“I got the book! i started reading it last night and pretty much haven’t put it down since! it’s very relatable.” Morgan G.

“…but I just wanted to thank you for the copy of the book. I really enjoyed reading it and once I started, I couldn’t put it down. I was basically hibernating in my room for a whole day. You’re a fabulous writer, so keep doing what you do!” -Sarah N.

‘I had to put the book down for a minute when I read that part because I was laughing so hard. I didn’t know anyone else felt like that lol I mean people cover it up – try to play it off.” – Lauren B.

What I really loved about your book was the fact that it was like a boy version of how i can be. and the fact that you have amazing choices in music. it’s really well written also. I always like different styles of writing and yours was great. I also love how it had a lot to say. it wasn’t like just some book about one event in time. it was a whole mesh of things. -Hannah Margaret Stevens

As far as your style of writing, I loved it. It was almost as if you and I were having a conversation. Until now, I had never really read anything as vigorously and quickly as this novel. I liked your sense of humor and wit; we think alike. I also like how you incorporated music into a lot of the story itself. -Cassie Lord

I actually feel like I read a book and learned something about myself -Beth Hornsby-Hunt

I read it in about 2 days, and I just really wanted to thank you for sharing your story. I wish I knew you in real life. You are a really great writer, and I hope you write another book. I’m so glad I randomly stumbled across your page… Congrats though, this really is well-done. You have a great music taste by the way. -Tumblr user Rebeka

I got Two Wrongs Make a Vice for Christmas, and I can’t put it down. It’s such a great book; It’s addicting. - Tumblr User Builtofdreams

I want you all to read this book, just for the simple fact of how much honesty, passion, and heart he poured into it. It was a terrific read and I didn’t want it to be over.- Tumblr user Dayninetyone

I could relate to the majority of it, and some things made me laugh out loud. (and cackle accidently – IN PUBLIC) I took it to work with me every day and honestly it helped so much. Like, i didn’t actually want to bury my head in the freezer. It felt so real, the scenarios and the emotion and everything. I also actually have that odd fear of heights, like the fear of ‘going up’ I struggle to look at a clear sky because I think I’m going to suddenly shoot up!… anyways. Your first novel is really special, congrats – Tumblr user Tomorrowstrain

I just finished Two Wrongs Make A Vice and would just like to tell you that it is probably one of my favourite books. Ever…I know just how much emotion and time goes into creating something like that. It’s a journey. – Tumblr user ColourMeHonest

I feel like I just finished a book written by a friend or family member I have known all my life. – Somewhereseaside 

Hey! I just finished “Two Wrongs” and all I can say is that you have an incredible gift, Nick. It was crazy and beautiful and I loved it : ) – Twitter user “azariap”

 …I could find myself within the stories. It is told in such a heartbreakingly true manner that you believe in it; everything feels real. I had barely finished Track 1 before I was calling my dad explaining how captivated I already was… When you find a book you really like, you have a decision to make: to share the book with everyone you know, or to keep the treasure for yourself. I’ve decided to take the first route, carrying “Two Wrongs” around with me everywhere I go and telling anyone who will listen. -Haley Baker, reader.