Daisy Settle has the perfect life, perfect job and perfect husband, however, one thing has always been missing and that is children. As she turns 40, Daisy is now anxious to get pregnant, however, one major hurdle is in the way - she no longer has the perfect husband, after catching him cheating. Daisy is now faced with the dilemma of having to restart her life on her own whilst trying to get pregnant before it's too late. Daisy embarks on a fertility journey with many ups and downs, but will get her wish?

I'm not going to lie but I found this book so depressing initially and I really debated just giving up on reading this book. As I'm now the same age and Daisy with no children it made me begin to panic and question myself. However, as the book went on Daisy's self acceptance and emotional ups and downs really plucked on my heartstrings. So many people are faced with the same situation and it is summed up so beautifully in this book.

I was hooked by the end of the story and felt real affection for Daisy and everything that she went through. It is a thought-provoking read for sure.

Daisy has everything; a beautiful home, a successful career, a charming husband but what she wants most is a baby. Her life is turned upside down when she discovers her husband has been cheating. Daisy embarks on her own journey to have a baby and along the way she meets Benedict who is happy to be the donor that she needs.

I found the book to be a little slow to begin with but don't give in as by the end of the book I had truly warmed towards Daisy and felt I'd been there with her on her fertility journey.

I enjoyed this very much with an interesting storyline that kept you guessing, made you think you knew what would happen, and ended with a different but still pleasant note.
Daisy Settle is celebrating her 40th birthday at a huge party thrown by her partner. All is well in her life. Business is fantastic, she's in a secure relationship, they have great financial prospects, and it's finally time to start trying for that baby...
But apart from her business, a rather unpleasant surprise gift leaves her with none of the above.
She is a woman who has a dream: becoming a mother. And through her grief, she wades through her options after making a F**k It! list, and with the support of her friends and some of her family, she embarks upon a journey to become a solo parent.
IVF, anonymous sperm donors, trawling sites and clinics to find the right one... We are with her for it all.
Along with an interesting friendship that starts so negatively but ends up being something she will cherish forever.
Daisy is that midlife character we women of a certain age need to read about. Life doesn't stop once you hit a certain number. Opportunities still come knocking, and dreams most definitely can still come true.
Loved it from start to finish! I only wish I didn't have work as I read it because I could have read it quicker!
Many thanks to NetGalley and Random House UK for an ARC.

This was a really interesting book with some cool thematic work. I'm not 40 years old nor am I close to it but I think it provides an interesting commentary that is often overlooked.

"The F**k It List" by Melanie Cantor is a refreshingly candid and empowering exploration of life's unexpected twists and turns. The story centres around Daisy Settle, a successful interior designer whose life appears picture-perfect until a shocking revelation about her boyfriend shatters her dreams of motherhood and companionship. At the age of 40, Daisy finds herself unexpectedly single and revaluating her priorities.

Cantor skilfully portrays Daisy's journey as she decides to take control of her life with a "F**k It List." This witty and moving narrative captures the essence of resilience and self-discovery, offering readers a relatable and inspiring tale of a woman determined to navigate life on her own terms.

What sets "The F**k It List" apart is its authentic portrayal of the challenges faced by modern women in their pursuit of happiness, independence, and fulfillment. Daisy's character is wonderfully flawed and relatable, making her a likable and memorable protagonist.

Cantor's writing is both humorous and heartfelt, striking a perfect balance between laughter and poignant moments. The novel encourages readers to embrace change, celebrate their independence, and find joy in unexpected places.

In summary, "The F**k It List" is a delightful and empowering read that will resonate with anyone who has faced unexpected setbacks in life. Melanie Cantor delivers a heartfelt and relatable story of resilience, self-discovery, and the pursuit of happiness, reminding us that it's never too late to redefine our own path.

Love love love this book, it made me cry it made me laugh. Its been a long time since a book had that affect on me. What a lovely story, so different from the typical boy meets girl stories we are all used to and I just loved the way this story went. Honestly didn't want it to end and would love to know what happens next!

This is a great novel that shows the struggles women in their forties often face when things don’t necessarily go the way society expects. The implosion of a relationship plus a desire to have a baby serve as the background to this story, which is social satire at its finest.

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The F**k It! List by Melanie Cantor - 4/5 ⭐

I love coming across a book that sucks you in and then you devour it within a few hours. Although not my normal go-to genre, it still kept me thoroughly intrigued the entire time.

I became pretty invested in Daisys story and the journey she's making. Feels rather relatable. Characters like Daisy make you want to just love them, nothing ever going right for her and you want her to be happy.

There were several laugh out loud moments, but also moments of pure despair and heartbreak. Daisy is definitely the kind of person you want to see with a HEA. It was very much a case of reading a book that not only reels relatable but also with problems people face daily in life.

It was a beautiful journey with some amazing writing and descriptions from Cantor. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and it will definitely be on a re-read list.

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House for allowing me to read this ARC - this is an HONEST review from my own personal opinion.

I absolutely loved Daisy from page 1. This was the page turner of my year!
An all round great read that was so relatable!
We need more characters with Daisy's determination.

I want to acknowledge and thank NetGalley for providing me with the opportunity to read this book.

Daisy is on the brink of turning 40 and longs for a family with her partner, Jack. However, her dream is shattered when she discovers that Jack is unfaithful. Despite being alone, Daisy is determined to shape her life the way she wants it.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and read it in one sitting, even though I do not usually read this genre. Daisy was a compelling character, and I was genuinely invested in her journey throughout the story. The other characters were also well-developed, especially her mother, who had a dark humor that I found intriguing. The author tackled some challenging topics such as miscarriage and infertility, but handled them with sensitivity and care. Overall, I thought the book was excellent, with a perfect blend of humor and sadness. I would love to see a sequel to find out how Daisy fares in the future.

Daisy has a great life - a successful job that she loves, a beautiful home, partner she loves and the hope they're about to start a family. That is until her 40th birthday party that totally changes the course of her life.

I loved the character of Daisy and rooted for her from the beginning. I loved her determination, and also enjoyed her unfolding friendship with Benedict.
Lots of laugh our loud moments with some more emotional parts, I really enjoyed this!

Daisy Settle had it all - great career, loving partner, a fantastic future with hopefully a baby or two to complete the picture. Until she catches her boyfriend cheating on her at her 40th birthday party and everything changes. Luckily for Daisy her friends and family are there for her but with her life now derailed she decides to create her own fuck it list. After all, the one thing she was after next in life was a baby so why should that now change?

An entertaining read whilst also being emotional at times. I really enjoyed this book and was rooting for Daisy throughout.

Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to read and review.

Daisy has hit 40, her goal now is to start a family with her long term partner but it doesn’t go quite to plan and that when she creates The F**k It! List.

This was another really enjoyable read, I could have hid myself away and read it one go but had to pace myself to savour it for longer.

Daisy decides to go it alone to start a family, and the emotional rollercoaster begins. I related to Daisy in certain aspects of this story which made it more emotional to read, she was a great character and loved her story. Her mother was a little too much for me but loved all the other characters that made up Daisy’s friendship group.

Overall a wonderful, relatable story that resulted in so many tears. Thank you to NetGalley for the download.

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.

Daisy is about to hit 40, and desperate for a family with her long term partner, Jack. Until she finds out that Jack is a cheat. Now she’s alone, but determined to make her life what she wants.

This was a great story. I read this in pretty much one sitting, and I don’t usually read this genre. Daisy was a great character, and I was really invested in her story, and where and she moved through life. The other characters were well written, especially her mum, who had a dark wit about her. This story also tackled tough subjects, such as miscarriage, and infertility. These were dealt with well, and in exactly the right way. Overall I felt this book was great, with the perfect mix of humour and sadness, and I wouldn’t mind a follow up to see how Daisy gets on.

I enjoyed this easy read, it made me laugh and wanting to know what happened next. I would recommend.

Read and reviewed in exchange for a free copy from NetGalley. I really enjoyed this book. It was well-written, entertaining, and I was invested in Daisy's story. A great read.

A very enjoyable, witty book that I will recommend to others.

Thanks for the opportunity to read & review it.

You know that feeling when you get to the end of a book and feel bereft because you’ve finished it but you want to know what else happens in the characters lives? This book is one of those books that’s for sure!

I am so excited to read and require this book! I will be sharing a full review and thoughts very soon, but I find this to be an extremely relatable book that many people will enjoy and I can’t wait to share it with readers!
Much more to come…