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Take Mum Out

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What to expect

“What do you need a boyfriend for? You’re a mum.”

The hilariously uplifting and relatable from the Sunday Times bestseller and author of Kindle sensation The Woman Who Ran Away from Everything. Perfect for fans of Tracy Bloom, Kate Long and Tess Stimson.

Three blind dates

Two teenage boys messing up her plans

And one man who'll melt Alice's heart.

'You need to get back in the saddle…' Alice despises that phrase. She's fine being single – with two slothful teenage boys and a meringue business to run, she has enough on her plate without negotiating the troublesome world of modern dating.

However, Alice's three best friends have other ideas. Each one will present her with an utterly delicious, eligible man – all Alice has to do is pick her favourite.

Perfect for fans of Tracy Bloom, Kate Long and Tess Stimson.

Critics Review

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‘Warm, funny and poignant.’ Daily Mail

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‘The voice of modern woman.’ Marie Claire

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‘More than funny, it’s true.’ Elle

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‘Frivolous fun.’ Grazia

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'This comical but insightful story of motherhood, love and chaotic family life is a real charmer.' Closer

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’Brilliant…manages to capture family life perfectly.’ Chick Lit Reviews

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Author Fiona Gibson
Narrator Caroline Guthrie
Duration 10 hours and 49 minutes
Release Date
ISBN 9780007541133
Format x-book®
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Genre Modern and contemporary fiction, Romance
Availability AU, GB, IE, US

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