🇬🇧 Thank you NetGalley, Victoria Cooke and HQ Digital (Harper Collins) for giving me a free digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This book was a real self-discovery journey, so warm and chaotic and sweet and frustrating as well.

Stephanie is a former bookkeeper, divorced single mum of three adorable tornados, who finds herself abandoned by her friends, accused by her ex-husband of being jobless, and so much alone. Meeting two other women who are going through bad marriages and grief, brings her the strength to move forward. She finds a job in a vet's clinic, run by a quite handsome and fun doctor, and forms a book club with her new friends—that is, when they do remember to read the book they should discuss.

I loved the dynamics between these women: they are oh so different from each other, but they bring out their best and their strength all together. It was moving watching them growing closer, sharing their fears and their pasts, helping each other without any ulterior motives other than being friends.

The romance is sweet and realistic, slow and fearful like any new love is—in particular if there are three kids in the picture, struggling to accept that their parents are not going back together, and the love interest is your boss.

The only thing I found quite annoying, especially at the beginning, is the writing style. It felt like I was reading a shopping list, rather than a novel. But it got better page after page—or I just got used to it, I’m not sure. This is the only reason I'm not giving it five stars. Other than that, I do recommend this book, whether you are
a divorced single mum, or an independent working woman who doesn't want kids like me.

TW: mugging and murder.


🇮🇹 Grazie NetGalley, Victoria Cooke e HQ Digital (Harper Collins) per avermi fornito una copia digitale gratuita di questo libro in cambio di una recensione onesta. Tutti le riflessioni e le opinioni sono mie.

Questo libro è stato un vero viaggio alla scoperta di sé, caldo e caotico, dolce e anche frustrante.

Stephanie è un'ex contabile, divorziata e mamma single di tre adorabili tornado, che si ritrova abbandonata dalle amiche, accusata dall'ex marito di essere disoccupata e incredibilmente sola. Incontrare altre due donne che stanno attraversando problemi coniugali e lutti, le dà la forza di andare avanti: trova un lavoro in una clinica veterinaria, gestita da un dottore piuttosto affascinante e divertente, e fonda un club del libro con le sue nuove amiche—almeno, quando si ricordano di leggere il libro di cui dovrebbero discutere.

Ho adorato le dinamiche tra queste donne: sono così diverse l'una dall'altra, ma tirano fuori il loro meglio e la loro forza insieme. È stato commovente vederle avvicinarsi, condividere le loro paure e il loro passato, aiutarsi a vicenda senza secondi fini se non essere amiche.

Il romance è dolce e realistico, lento e pauroso come ogni nuovo amore, in particolare se nel mezzo ci sono tre bambini che fanno fatica ad accettare che i genitori non torneranno insieme, e l'interesse amoroso è il tuo capo.L'unica cosa che ho trovato abbastanza fastidiosa, soprattutto all'inizio, è lo stile di scrittura. Mi sembrava di leggere una lista della spesa, piuttosto che un romanzo. Ma è migliorato pagina dopo pagina, o forse mi sono semplicemente abituata, non saprei.

TW: rapina e omicidio.

what an absolute delight this was. Could not put it down. Just what i needed on a cold dark weekend. Thanks for the opportunity to read Netgalley and the Publisher

This book reminded me of my own friendship group. It was a fun read and perfect for anyone with children and anyone who likes a light hearted funny read. I'd read more from this author.

i loved this !! it was utterly hilarious and so much fun ! i canʼt wait to read her other books. sheʼs definitely on my radar from now on. loved the writing style, characters and the plot. i donʼt usually read books like that, but this one definitely left good memories reading it 🧡

This was a lovely lighthearted read so different from my normal type of book. I read it quite quickly and enjoyed it

If you have kids you should read this book. I could relate to all these characters and I even laughed at a couple of pages. Now I know why I have only one child.

Thank you to the publisher and the author for allowing me to have access to this book. I’ve never read from this author before and from the front cover I was expecting romcom vibes which is what I got but it was also serious in aspects that needed to be serious and I thought it taught very good lessons to people who read the book this was very funny and lighthearted and I enjoyed reading this in one setting it was easily read and I will continue reading this author in future some critiques are in some parts it was dull but that is because I usually read fantasy books

I loved this story. The relationship between the three women really resonated with me and reminded me of my 2 best friends.

I’d definitely recommend this book.

Have you ever read a book and before you are half way through you know you want more? That’s this book for me. I loved every single relationship in this book. Stephanie may be my favorite character I’ve read this year. Not because of any big thing but just because she’s so real and lovely. I’ve not read this author before but I am adding her to my must read list.

Not a fan tried multiple times to read this book. DNF


***************************************I received an ARC for my honest opinion from NetGalley.*****************************************

This was a very light and fluffy book, which I really enjoyed. It went along nicely and flowed really well which made it such an easy read. Definitely one to read in the summer

What a great read! I needed something totally enjoyable after so many mysteries and historical fiction.
Stephanie is a stay at home mom of three and recently divorced from ex-husband Mike. When she meets neighbor, Janey, and high-end widow, Amanda, the Single Mums' Book Club is formed. Though they are all different, they come together to read books, but, more importantly, to become friends. Eventually, Steph, takes a job as bookkeeper for local vet, the charming Edward. Sparks fly, in many ways. Ultimately, Steph has to make a choice about her job, her ex-husband and her feelings about Edward. This is a charming book and an enjoyable read. Lots of humor and lots of love. I recommend it! Thank you, Net Galley and HQ Digital for the opportunity to
read and review this book which was published April 30, 2021.

As a mama of two myself, I loved this book! Super cute and I absolutely adored the ending. Would definitely read more by this author!

Hilarious and relatable! I loved this book! The storyline and characters were excellent. Everyone knows that Bookclub is code for ‘hang out, chat, and unwind’ and I love the group that Steph has made for herself. The romance is a slow burn, but worth it and cute. The mom situations are extremely relatable and hilarious. Definitely recommend! I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a free copy.

Thank you to NetGalley and HQ Digital for the opportunity to read and review an ARC of The Single Mums’ Book Club by Victoria Cooke.

A fabulous, easy-read with a warm feeling all the way through!

Stephanie and Janey are the founding members of The Single Mums’ Book Club, and after Janey finds Stephanie having a mini-breakdown in the local supermarket, they decide that meeting for a glass of wine and a book discussion will get them both away from their real lives for a few hours. For one reason and another, they are soon joined by Amanda and Emily and book discussions regularly turn to discussions about the men (or lack of) in their lives. Edward becomes a major character in the book, as Stephanie’s new boss and they soon discover they get along well together.

I loved everything about The Single Mums’ Book Club; the characters were immediately addictive, and each had their own unique personalities. Victoria Cooke writes with passion and humour, and with apparent enjoyment of the characters she creates. She deals well with a particularly sensitive subject regarding Stephanie’s Mum and also skirts on the issues surrounding divorce, loneliness and friendship.

I loved The Single Mums’ Book Club and I would thoroughly recommend this to anyone in need of a light-hearted read, and an afternoon away from the real world.

The Single Mums' Book Club by Victoria Cooke is a really cute, sweet story about 3 lonely women who each need a friend. Two of them find each other and form a "book club" which, initially, is more about watching the show/movie and enjoying snacks/drinks than reading books - and who wouldn't love a book club like that? They soon add a third lonely lady to their group. Before you know it, they have shared their secret sadnesses with one another and formed a friendship and support group they never imagined could exist. Through these relationships, they are able to add fun back into their lives again, and even read several books. Romance is thrown in when one of the ladies falls in love with her handsome boss who is also the local veterinarian.

The relationships between the three women was my favorite part of this book, very authentic and funny. The romance on the side eventually took center stage, and I missed spending time with the book club ladies as the relationship with the vet evolved instead. It all ties up nicely in the end for a satisfying continuation of all the friendships.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

This was a different sort of read but I enjoyed it a lot. Definitely recommend it to a few friends already

Awesome story,Older single moms getting on with their life and dating again,
It is about friendships self awareness, growing as a person,and family.
Some great humor,tears laughs,
Enjoyed the characters and story.
Voluntarily reviewed.

Utterly enjoyable. I loved seeing Stephanie grow stronger and happier and she truly deserved it. Lovable characters, a great story line and happy endings all round. A stressful and hectic family life, upsets and struggles that a lot can relate to makes the ending all the more satisfying. I couldn’t put this down. There isn’t anything about it I can say I didn’t enjoy.

This was an absolute treasure of a book, that I loved from beginning to end. A well-written story based on a group of Mums, trying to finding their way back into the dating game, whilst reading and building on their strong friendship dynamics. Focusing on friendships, personal growth, and self-discovery, this has relatable characters who had me laughing out loud and ugly crying throughout. An emotional rollercoaster, yet incredibly heartwarming. A highly recommended read!