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Diary of a Wimpy Kid #7
The Third Wheel
Love is in the air - but what does that mean for Greg Heffley?
A Valentine's Day dance at Greg's middle school has turned his world upside down. As Greg scrambles to find a date, he's worried he'll be left out in the cold on the big night. His best friend, Rowley, doesn't have any prospects either, but that's a small consolation.
An unexpected twist gives Greg a partner for the dance and leaves Rowley the odd man out. But a lot can happen in one night, and in the end, you never know who's going to be lucky in love.
224 pages, Hardcover
First published November 13, 2012
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Jeff Kinney
407books17.5kfollowersJeff Kinney is an author of children's books including Diary of a Wimpy Kid book series. Jeff was born in College Park, Maryland, in 1971 where he created a comic strip called "Igdoof."He also created the children's website 'Poptropica'.
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February 26, 2016
So my husband and I visited my sister and her family and the first room I checked when we got there was my niece’s and of course the first thing I inspected was her bookshelf. She probably noticed me maliciously eyeing this one. Good, sensible eight year old handed it to me even before I could say a word. *wipes tears*
This is exactly what I needed after the heartbreak I went through with , a mindless, comic read. Greg tries his best to find a date for Valentine’s Day. It was a total disaster. There’s chicken pox, pantsing, a head stuck in a chair and many other messes involved. Wicked! *Stop intruding, Ron Weasley!*
April 8, 2017
AND I'm done!
A total riot.
This one, the seventh in the last 20 days says some things.
First : Jeff Kinney is a total ROCKSTAR . He has mastered the art of writing great episodes one after the other.
Second : I am a lifetime fan. No proofs needed.
Third : There's always something or the other thing trolling Greg. I can assure you that no square inch of the book turned out as boring. None.
Fourth : The third wheel or the stepney, your life never fails to get hold of the funny bone. May true love bless you in the future editions. *Amen*
Fifth : Uncle Gary is the star! A kickass character.
The chicken pox fear stifling Mr. Greg Heffley was represented like a pro. The end is hilariously fine tuned.
So fine tuned that you're just counting days for the next novel to hit the stores. Guess this is what will happen to me when my GR counter hits the 10th book of this series.
Love is surely in the air. Ummm...not in a way we see it the traditional sense though.
Now this is why I absolutely love this series. Who would have brought out the subject of being in your mother's womb and having to endure all those unintentional eavesdropping sessions of your parents. The representation and the cartoon play makes you roll up in the bundles.
Verdict : Diary of a Wimpy Kid, You Beauty !!
December 4, 2013
I recently started reading this book and so far I really liked it when Greg was talking about his life in his mom's belly. He was doing backflips and summer salts while he was in her belly. I was also surprised to read that Greg's pacifier was a hand me down from his brother, Roderick, because that is just gross.
I think Greg feels lovestruck because whenever he is around this girl named Holly Hills, he acts like she's some kind of glistening rainbow. I was really excited when Greg asked Holly out but she said,"no." I hope Greg will find someone else other than Holly, who likes him for what he is, but I guess I have to read more to find out.
I just finished this book and I was suprised to find that Greg's best friend Rowly started to date Greg's dream girl, Holly, and Greg became the third wheel. I think Greg is mad at Rowly because he started dating Holly when he should have. If it were me, I would be mad for the same exact reason, and I would try to get back at Rowly.
I felt bad for Greg when he got the chicken pox because that is just bad luck when you are in the middle of trying to impress a girl. This book was really interesting and had lots of exciting and funny journeys with Greg,Holly,and Rowly being part of the picture. I can't wait to read the next book to see what happens.
I think Greg feels lovestruck because whenever he is around this girl named Holly Hills, he acts like she's some kind of glistening rainbow. I was really excited when Greg asked Holly out but she said,"no." I hope Greg will find someone else other than Holly, who likes him for what he is, but I guess I have to read more to find out.
I just finished this book and I was suprised to find that Greg's best friend Rowly started to date Greg's dream girl, Holly, and Greg became the third wheel. I think Greg is mad at Rowly because he started dating Holly when he should have. If it were me, I would be mad for the same exact reason, and I would try to get back at Rowly.
I felt bad for Greg when he got the chicken pox because that is just bad luck when you are in the middle of trying to impress a girl. This book was really interesting and had lots of exciting and funny journeys with Greg,Holly,and Rowly being part of the picture. I can't wait to read the next book to see what happens.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 8, 2013
I'm so exited for the book!
Update: Finished reading! It lasted me two days. Thank you Ryan for checking it out from the libary for me!!! (Little brother)
Update: Finished reading! It lasted me two days. Thank you Ryan for checking it out from the libary for me!!! (Little brother)
February 18, 2021
Greg's uncle comes to live with them and his dad isn't happy about that but his mum insists as he's family. Greg's school is gearing up for Valentines day dance as a fundraiser. Greg's grade this year has more boys than girls so, boys who aren't popular don't have the best chance to find a girl-partner for the dance. Greg comes up with an idea where Rowley, Abigail and him can go as a group but that doesn't go down as well he had planned.
I have been enjoying this series a lot. His family didn't have much to do in this except for his uncle as it was mostly about his school and the Valentines day dance. A fun read still.
4 stars
I have been enjoying this series a lot. His family didn't have much to do in this except for his uncle as it was mostly about his school and the Valentines day dance. A fun read still.
4 stars
December 8, 2019
This reading was funny to me, and Greg Heffley's parents didn't appear too much and they didn't do so many stupid things.
August 10, 2021
I enjoyed this one way too much. It was funny from start to finish. I even got mad at Greg's mom and a group of self-entitled seniors. I plan to read more entries in the series, but for now I'm considering this one my favorite.
September 8, 2013
This book was GREAT!!! It talk about Greg's life in the start then when you start reading more to it it goes from gregs life to his dance. But you should see what happens to him in the end. I could go on because this is the BEST diary of a wimpy kid book. I Kenny Hernandez could relate to Gregs life. Knowing from Greg that stuff goes great to bad is just like me because I may be in first then come in last. But my point is that this book is THE BEST!!! give this book a 10!!!!!
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February 1, 2013I am currently reading a book called The Third Wheel by Jeff Kiney. So far my favorite character is Manny, a.k.a 3 year old devil. I like Manny because he is so clever and I have never experienced a little brother. He gets Greg in trouble a lot and I feel bad for him. He does things that I would have never thought a 3 year old could do. If I could change one thing about Manny, I would change his social life skills, because he should have real friends, so that he doesn't bully Greg so much, that Greg's older brothers job, Rodrick. Now, an OLDER brother, i know what thats like, I have one myself. Anyway i really like Manny, but he sure is mean for a three year old.
February 7, 2017
Finished reading! It lasted me only two days. It was FUNNY, well- written, easy and quick read. Of course, this is for children but I don't care i read EVERYTHING!!
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It talk about Greg's life in the start then when you start reading more to it it goes from gregs life to his dance. But you should see what happens to him in the end.
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I can relate to this character, i know what it feels like to only have one true friend . This book is for ppl who want to laugh out loud. I highly recommend it. And I'm thinking of buying all the series. But I don't know when cz right now I'm BROKE and pretty sure my mom would kill me if i bought another book right now
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It talk about Greg's life in the start then when you start reading more to it it goes from gregs life to his dance. But you should see what happens to him in the end.
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I can relate to this character, i know what it feels like to only have one true friend . This book is for ppl who want to laugh out loud. I highly recommend it. And I'm thinking of buying all the series. But I don't know when cz right now I'm BROKE and pretty sure my mom would kill me if i bought another book right now
March 28, 2017
My brother and I are a big fan of the Wimpy Kid series. The books are usually hilarious! This one was probably my least favourite so far though. Just not as funny as the other ones in the series. Still enjoyable, but it felt like something was really lacking in this one...
July 17, 2024
"I probably should've thought about talking to Uncle Gary a lot earlier. He's been married something like four times already, so he's an EXPERT on relationships."
☆☆�(3 stars)
Sounds like Steve Harvey. 🫠
☆☆�(3 stars)
Sounds like Steve Harvey. 🫠
July 21, 2020
Funny and great as always.
November 11, 2016
Στους δύο τρίτος δεν χωρεί, αλλά το θέμα είναι πάντα ποιος είναι αυτός ο τρίτος! Ένα βιβλίο για σχολικούς χορούς, καλτ μπεργκεράδικα, ανεμοβλογιά, ραντεβού με κορίτσια (τι είναι αυτό το παράξενο είδος;) και φιλοσοφικά ερωτήματα για τη ζωή του εμβρύου κατά την εγκυμοσύνη!
April 15, 2013
Mum: How many stars?
LRN: Four and a half.
Mum: You pretty much love Greg Heffley with all your heart; why the missing half-star?
LRN: The thing is, it's about love, and that makes me aggghhhh. Any story that involves love makes me kind of crazy.
Mum: Oh, so does Greg get some smooches?
LRN: Not exactly, but his friend does.
Mum: Which one? The skinny one?
LRN: No, I mean Rowley.
Mum: Anything else about this story?
LRN: The thing is, he gets a date, but really Rowley gets it.
Mum: Oh, so like a middle school Cyrano de Bergerac? Where he ends up wooing the girl for someone else, kinda by accident?
LRN: No. Rowley is basically Greg's wingman, but he ends up getting the date instead of Greg.
Mum: Oh, so Rowley is Cyrano. Or the other guy - the chevalier. Whatever, this is a bad reference for a middle grade novel. Also, where did you learn the term wingman?
LRN: This book was the first time I saw that word.
Mum: I hate Greg Heffley a little. You know how lucky you are to read this junk, right?
LRN: Yup.
LRN: Four and a half.
Mum: You pretty much love Greg Heffley with all your heart; why the missing half-star?
LRN: The thing is, it's about love, and that makes me aggghhhh. Any story that involves love makes me kind of crazy.
Mum: Oh, so does Greg get some smooches?
LRN: Not exactly, but his friend does.
Mum: Which one? The skinny one?
LRN: No, I mean Rowley.
Mum: Anything else about this story?
LRN: The thing is, he gets a date, but really Rowley gets it.
Mum: Oh, so like a middle school Cyrano de Bergerac? Where he ends up wooing the girl for someone else, kinda by accident?
LRN: No. Rowley is basically Greg's wingman, but he ends up getting the date instead of Greg.
Mum: Oh, so Rowley is Cyrano. Or the other guy - the chevalier. Whatever, this is a bad reference for a middle grade novel. Also, where did you learn the term wingman?
LRN: This book was the first time I saw that word.
Mum: I hate Greg Heffley a little. You know how lucky you are to read this junk, right?
LRN: Yup.
December 7, 2024
حكايات جريج Greg اللطيفة دائمًا اللي مش عارفه الكاتب بيجبها منين 😄ما شاء الله مبدع يعني
لسه منزله فيديو عن انستجرام لكتاب من المجموعة لو حد حابب يشوفه من جوا ورسوماته اللطيفة 👇
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لسه منزله فيديو عن انستجرام لكتاب من المجموعة لو حد حابب يشوفه من جوا ورسوماته اللطيفة 👇
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December 17, 2017
Just Wow! I just love Greg. love him so much. I can read the whole series over and over.
May 29, 2023
It is funnier than the previous ones.
I am hooked on this series.
I am hooked on this series.
October 11, 2023
This family is CATHOLIC?
Honestly, given my other reviews, I should have seen this coming.
Honestly, given my other reviews, I should have seen this coming.
December 9, 2012
I won't lie about the fact that I was very excited to read this book. It's mostly because
- the first 5 books' box set lived right on my desk close to bed till I finished them all
- I ordered and read the 6th book as soon as I finished the set
So how is this latest installment?
As with almost all the series (consider Potter as an exception)this is not as good and fun as the initial ones. Gregory is still faltering at different levels and his filial love is still on tenterhooks. But again the experiences are new.
The comfort and warmth that one expects from a known avenue, a tested formula and a familiar writing style is still there.
Gregory has started to look at girls with an adolescent's perspective and the incidents may make you reminiscent. The goof-ups are still funny and at times one is forced to think of the older days when mistakes were pardonable and there was nothing like a blunder.
If this book has craved me to read more about the wimpy kid and to wait for the next installment, that's thumps up from my side. That will remain till the book doesn't loose the innocence that has carried it all this way.
- the first 5 books' box set lived right on my desk close to bed till I finished them all
- I ordered and read the 6th book as soon as I finished the set
So how is this latest installment?
As with almost all the series (consider Potter as an exception)this is not as good and fun as the initial ones. Gregory is still faltering at different levels and his filial love is still on tenterhooks. But again the experiences are new.
The comfort and warmth that one expects from a known avenue, a tested formula and a familiar writing style is still there.
Gregory has started to look at girls with an adolescent's perspective and the incidents may make you reminiscent. The goof-ups are still funny and at times one is forced to think of the older days when mistakes were pardonable and there was nothing like a blunder.
If this book has craved me to read more about the wimpy kid and to wait for the next installment, that's thumps up from my side. That will remain till the book doesn't loose the innocence that has carried it all this way.
January 3, 2016
I pretend to buy these books for my students, but the truth is I can't resist the humor myself.
March 18, 2016
الجزء ده مضحك جدا
خصوصا ان جريج يظن انه يستطيع ان يتذكر كل الذكريات الخاصة به حين كان في بطن امه
استمتعت به
خصوصا ان جريج يظن انه يستطيع ان يتذكر كل الذكريات الخاصة به حين كان في بطن امه
استمتعت به
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January 15, 20131/10/13
I just finished reading Diary of a Wimpy kid: The Third Wheel by Jeff Kinney. This book is hilarious and romantic all at the same time. It starts out In an ordinary life in middle school and then to really gets to the point. Greg (the main character) has been trying to work up the nerve to ask out his biggest crush Holly Hills to the dance, but Greg's WAY to nervous to ask her out and the only problem is........ well, If you want to know what happens after that I can't tell you so I guess you'll have to read and find out! Kinney really does a good job describing characters and really putting things in Greg's point of view. I don't think that I can really relate to Greg because well, he's a wimp and is always getting in trouble. I think that if you read this book your probably going to want to watch the movies also because then you can almost picture the book in your mind. This book is great because it has humor, suspense and its just entertaining. Once you start reading you can't stop! That's just. What happen to me. I would for sure rate this book 5 stars (⭐⭐⭐⭐)!!!!!!!!!!!!
I just finished reading Diary of a Wimpy kid: The Third Wheel by Jeff Kinney. This book is hilarious and romantic all at the same time. It starts out In an ordinary life in middle school and then to really gets to the point. Greg (the main character) has been trying to work up the nerve to ask out his biggest crush Holly Hills to the dance, but Greg's WAY to nervous to ask her out and the only problem is........ well, If you want to know what happens after that I can't tell you so I guess you'll have to read and find out! Kinney really does a good job describing characters and really putting things in Greg's point of view. I don't think that I can really relate to Greg because well, he's a wimp and is always getting in trouble. I think that if you read this book your probably going to want to watch the movies also because then you can almost picture the book in your mind. This book is great because it has humor, suspense and its just entertaining. Once you start reading you can't stop! That's just. What happen to me. I would for sure rate this book 5 stars (⭐⭐⭐⭐)!!!!!!!!!!!!
June 16, 2013
We got forced to read Diary of a Wimpy Kid as a transition text for year 7. Not the best way to get introduced into this series but yeah, okay, it wasn't that bad. The teachers said that it would be great if we could finish it during summer holidays so when we began school we would feel more confident and know what it's like. Erm..NO, DO NOT READ THIS AS A TRANSITION TEXT. Who has a cheese touch in high school? Geez.. Anyway this is a review on The Third Wheel not the first book.
I was horrifically... disappointed. I was looking for a bit more plot and complexity in this one. Especially with the romance, it just sort of got pulverised by all the books before this one. So this is middle grade aimed but Percy Jackson and the Olympians is a amazing example of who complex and intriguing this MG genre can get.
The humour of these books never get old though. So that's why I give this book three stars. It's short and humour filled so if you tick off both of these points go and read this book.
I was horrifically... disappointed. I was looking for a bit more plot and complexity in this one. Especially with the romance, it just sort of got pulverised by all the books before this one. So this is middle grade aimed but Percy Jackson and the Olympians is a amazing example of who complex and intriguing this MG genre can get.
The humour of these books never get old though. So that's why I give this book three stars. It's short and humour filled so if you tick off both of these points go and read this book.
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January 8, 2013Ladies and Gentlemen of the jury: I intend to prove that the book “Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Third Wheel,� by Jeff Kinney is a very good book at telling many different sub-plots besides the main one. However, there were areas in this book that were not quite as good at giving an ending or a reasonable ending to all of the sub-plots. Narrated by a first-person narrator, Greg Hefley is a Junior High School student who is having some trouble with love. The main issue in this book is the Valentine’s Day Dance, where Greg is desperate to find a date, and possibly his date’s love.
My first example is about Greg and his family going to a restaurant. So there is this restaurant near their neighborhood named Corny’s. Now at Corny’s, they have a rule that if you were a tie into the restaurant, they will cut it off and put it on a cork board called the wall of shame. Well, the first time they went to Corny’s, Greg’s dad was wearing a tie. One of the waiters at the restaurant came over with a big pair of scissors and cut the tie off. As you can see from this example, we know what happens to Dad because we read earlier that all the ties that are cut off go on the wall of shame, thus explaining a reasonable ending to a sub-plot.
My next example will be about the story of the mad panster. It all began when one kid pants another kid in gym class. Pretty soon everyone started pantsing each other. Finally, Vice Principal Roy had to come in and talk to everyone in the class about how you shouldn’t pants anyone. Right in the middle of his lecture, some kid pulled down Vice Principal Roy’s pants down from underneath the bleachers. No one knew who did pants Vice Principal Roy, but they call him the mad pantser. As you can see, the author didn’t just randomly mention the mad panster in the middle of the story; he explained how the mad pantser came to be, thus explaining an example of a reasonable explanation.
My last example will be about a negative statement, one that doesn’t have a reasonable ending or explanation. It’s a story that’s also about the mad pantser. So we know that there is a mad pantser, but the author doesn’t explain at the end of the book whom the mad panster is. He doesn’t even give any hints at all of whom it could be. This is an example of not giving a reasonable explanation ending to all the sub-plots.
As you can see from the examples above, this book is very good at telling many different sub-plots, but it doesn’t give us and reasonable explanations or endings to all of them. I think the intended audience for this book is for people who like to laugh a lot, because of the entire miss haps that Greg keeps getting himself into. I would recommend this book to anyone because this book probably has a wider audience to reach out to. This is why I like this book.
December 4, 2012
This one was actually pretty funny. It was fun to see Greg grow up, but still have the same hilarious adventures with Rowley and the gang from Greg's middle school. I would give it four stars because it was really funny and an easy read. I mean as far as comic books go. I can't say it's a very good book but in it's own field, this one was another prize winner by Jeff Kinney.
P.S. Got this SUPER CHEAP at Target.
P.S. Got this SUPER CHEAP at Target.
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September 7, 2012I LOVED the other books. this is the newest one and I'm seriously dying to read it ;)
December 18, 2012
So addicting.
December 11, 2021
الحظ السيئ يصاحب غريغ هيفلى دوما،تقام حفلة منتصف الليل فى باريس فيبحث غريغ جاهدا عن رفيقة تذهب معه،فهل سيحالفه الحظ؟ ،لا اعتقد 😂
January 29, 2023
no but greg's mom is so annoying; i really hate that bitch
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