Playgroups and Prosecco by Jo Middleton a refreshingly honestly funny five-star read. Mind that could the wine influence, or just the fact that its such an easy read, the way it set out like a diary, so you feel like your dipping into a story ideally with a glass of wine at the end of a long day and its great. Which incidentally was the easiest way I found to read it, I normally just read one book, then move onto the next, but with this one, I picked it up along side others and just read it like a secret diary, a few chapters at night with a glass of wine. So much fun to read that way. Frankie was a great woman and someone I so wish was real, she could shake me up a time or two as well.

I've read the Why Mummy Drinks books and I much preferred Playgroups and Prosecco - the single mum, Frankie, is much more warm and relatable and the story is that of a recently divorced mum slowly coming to terms with who she is again, and her family.

It was actually a really uplifting and positive story - no shouting, arguing or real swearing, just someone trying their hardest to do their best - and that really came across.
A wholesome and light read.

As a mother to a three year old who has spent her fair share of time at playgroups, I thought this was hilarious. Very funny, observant and completely relatable. Really enjoyable read.

Full’ of laughs and feel good, the twists and turns were not too easy to guess and it gave me a few laughs! Easy to like characters

Playgroups and Prosecco is a lighthearted book filled with amusing anecdotes, wine, and lots of Jaffa cakes. It’s written in the form of a diary, making it easy to read a bit here and there without losing the plot. Anyone who is a mom, or especially a single parent, will be able to relate to the main character, Frankie.

Frankie is a strong, independent woman. She isn’t afraid to speak her mind and tell hard truths. She makes some great, very supportive friends as she muddles her way through single parenting and dating again.

This was my first book by Jo Middleton l. I found the book difficult to get into; the first half especially kept losing my interest. The second half was more interesting, but the ending felt incomplete. As a blog or Facebook statuses, these stories and anecdotes could be funny, but all in one book it became a tad tedious. I will say that the every day events were very realistic though. The poop incident was my favorite.

Funny, easy to read & totally relatable at places. Loved the diary style writing would recommend this to anyone.

This book is funny and light hearted and something a lot of parents (mums in particular) can relate to! I assumed it was a personal diary which meant I gave allowances for the quality of the writing at times however then realised it wasn't so it hasn't scored as well as it may have done.

Now, this is the kind of yummy mummy book I can get into! Very Bridget Jones-esque. Though knowingly so I reckon! It’s a funny light hearted read definitely potential for a sequel!

I really enjoyed this! Not just for parents, it's entertaining and honest about the difficult aspects of parenting, as well as the positives. The three year old attending the playgroups of the title is maybe a little precocious, but not obnoxiously so - just with a much better vocabulary range than many that I've come across, which doesn't detract from the enjoyment of the book. There are reflections on single parenting, on social media and friendship amidst the actual story, which give it a little more depth. The diary style is a bit reminiscent of Bridget Jones, with counts of things at the beginning of most days, and the book does remind me of "Why Mummy Drinks", but it's no less enjoyable for that.

Is it great literature? No, but it is good fun and sometimes that's exactly what you need.

Somewhat in the manner of ‘Bridget Jones Diary’, this sets out the (mostly) daily trials and tribulations of Frankie, a divorced mummy bringing up her two daughters (aged 14 and 3) wherein the cigarettes smoked, are replaced with Jaffa cakes consumed.

It was billed as being in the same sort of vein as ‘Why Mummy Drinks’ - and while there were some similarities - I personally did not find anywhere near as humorous at all, and also there were times when her 14 year old daughter, seemed by far to be the more mature person.

So overall, a pleasant enough way to pass the time while flying, or relaxing on a sun lounger, but not a full on, laugh out loud read.

Really funny read.
The book is written in the style of a diary from a single mum of two girls pov.

The main character. Frankie, is a brilliant woman and a strong female lead.

Overall i laughed all the way throughbthe book with Frankie ajd all the situations she got herself into.

I was a bit disappointed in the ending as really thought it was going to go a different way, although it does lead up nicely for a sequel, which i would love to happen

* I received this copy from netgalley... despite it not being published until May,I bumped it up the list as I was hoping for a fun read.
It held no surprises it had to be said,but it was fun,and there were a few scenarios in there that rang true for a lot of parents I'm betting.
I quite enjoyed the daily jaffa count.
Nice daily entries mean you read more,as "one more" turns into you reading the whole chapter.
Likeable characters and mostly believable situations.

I have to wonder at lack of friends though.....

This is a real feel goodbook-it’s one of those laugh out load books.
It’s full of fun, easy to read and so enjoyable. You are taken through the hysterical journey of Frankies life with her children.
Fancy a book hat will make you laugh and smile-then this ones for you.
Thank you to both NetGalley Ebury Press for giving me the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest unbiased review

Funny entertaing read a look at the life of a single mom all the trials and tribulations told in a hysterical snide manner .Highly recommend,

Funny, entertaining and really enjoyable. I love reading these mum novels, so entertaining! I liked this authors style of writing as well. Would definitely look out for more by this author in future.