This is apparently a third installment in a series, and I wish I had known that before requesting. You don't necessarily need the first two, but I feel like they'd have helped me get into the story more. I felt like I was missing something in the beginning, and that made this a harder read for me. It definitely picked up once they moved to New York, and I loved reading their realistic challenges and experiences once there. The beginning was just a bit slow.

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I received an advanced copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily. Thank you to NetGalley, Boldwood Books, and Emma Murray. ❤️

Third installment in this lighthearted and fun series, and Saoirse is moving with husband David and their daughter to his new job New York.

Initially excited, not least to escape the overzealous PTA mums, Saoirse finds the reality of living in a small apartment in the middle of Manhattan isolating, oppressive and overwhelming. She knows that hiding with her daughter in their apartment, ordering takeaway food, drinking and lounging in PJs isn't a permanent solution, but it's good enough for now. Luckily her friends leap to the rescue and after some much needed pampering she is ready to look for somewhere more suitable in the suburbs.

The people here are much more welcoming, mostly, and in the face of adversity, new bonds are nurtured and Saoirse finds her new tribe.

I must firstly apologise for the amount of time it has taken me to provide a review of this book, my health was rather bad for quite some time, something that had me in hospital on numerous occasions and simply didnt leave me with the time I once had to do what I love most.

Unfortunately that does mean I have missed the archive date for many of these books, so It would feel unjust throwing any review together without being able to pay attention to each novel properly.

However, I am now back to reading as before and look forward to sharing my honest reviews as always going forward. I thank you f0r the patience and understanding throughout x

A third in the series, the book is humorous. I loved Murray’s writing style, and can’t wait to read the first two books in the series. I, especially appreciated how Murray depicted David and Saoirse’s relationship and marriage. It managed to stay strong throughout the story. Its a light and fun read.

Returning to Saoirse and her family, this book takes place just mere weeks from its predecessor and I was really looking forward to reading the next adventure – in New York! It definitely helps to have read at least the previous book of the trilogy because for me, I could make more sense of all the friendships that Saoirse leaves behind as she follows her husband to the Big Apple.

Things don’t seem straight forward for Saoirse and I was surprised that this book had a more sombre tone. Instead of the comedic moments, there is a fair amount of loneliness throughout this story, experienced not just by the protagonist. Despite the big lights of the city, Saoirse struggles to settle, especially as her husband now has to travel around America as part of his new job. The increasing temperatures and lack of space in the apartment start to drive Saoirse to despair and I did feel sorry for her, especially when a significant incident leaves her happy to just remain indoors with her daughter.

In my opinion, the book is in two halves: Saoirse settling in to New York, to moving to the outer areas to “restart” the adventure. This is where her mood picks up considerably and I liked watching Saoirse re-establish herself in the community. Even if history repeats itself with an unfavourable playground mother, Saoirse eventually grows to realise that even her behaviour could be improved. I thought this was really important because quite often I found Saoirse’s behaviour to be rather selfish and a bit hypocritical.

Unfortunately, Saoirse’s parenting techniques still show room for improvement! In the previous novel, I criticised the amount of screen-time that Anna is allowed; the iPad becomes the Nanny to distract Saoirse’s daughter and keep her out of the way. Sadly, this doesn’t seem to change in the slightest – even though they have moved to a new country – and I really disliked this. Coupled with the excessive wine that Saoirse consumes, I thought Murray could have added more levels to Saoirse’s character, rather than exaggerating this portrayal of motherhood.

I really enjoyed the American setting of this story and thought Murray vividly captures the fast pace of New York. With the stifling heat, the crowded pavements and the sense of being an alien in such a well-known city (thanks to film portrayals), I could really understand Saoirse’s fears that the American dream of being in New York just wasn’t the same as the reality. I thought she coped remarkably well being on her own for most of the time and found the mystery of the occupant of the nearby house to be intriguing. This was a nice story to read and I think I will try and go back to square one to see how it all began.

With thanks to Boldwood books and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was my first Emma Murray book and it didn’t disappoint. It’s funny, I reflected on this book once I became a parent and realised things that I didn’t think anything of at the time suddenly annoy me now that I have my own little one! This book was fast paced and funny. The characters were all likeable and I found myself easily relating to them. Heartfelt and honest. I’d highly recommend to others and I’ll definitely be reading the Emma Murray back catalogue.

Saoirses husband has landed a new job, she and her family must make the dramatic move to New York. This means a whole fresh start, however is Saoirse ready to start again?

This is the last book in the triology and it follows the story of Saoirse as she moves across the world to New York for her husbands job. Saoirse soon learns that starting over is difficult and she encounters many twists and turns along the way.

I really enjoyed this book, it took some unexpected turns and was written with a relatable humour. Emma Murrary is able to capture the story and relay it to the reader without any difficulty.

Definitely recommend for a nice escape, as it's not too heavy and is a great read.

I enjoyed it, but it was a slow burner, but I was pleased that I had persevered, as I don’t always!

Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.

For me the book started rather slow, but I think it picked up when the family moved to New York. I really enjoyed reading them settling into life in a new city as it's something I have personal experience with.

This book started a bit on a shaky leg but then picked up really fast when the family moved to New York and the troubles they face. I really enjoyed the mother daughter relationship and the reality depicted in this book.
Highly recommended it to everyone.

An amazing book, highly recommended
This was definitely a standalone book , though I have since found out it is the third book in a series . Two more books to be added to the to be read pile !
I completely got Saoirses story of life in New York . This book was hilarious and heartfelt
Fantastic read
Thanks to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for letting me read this book in exchange for an honest review

Having read and loved the two previous books, I was really looking forward to the final part in this series to see how Saoirse, David and Anna’s big move to New York worked out (or not!)

I completely felt for Saoirse as life in the Big Apple turned out to be full of surprises and not all of them good ones. I really enjoyed a couple of mysteries that emerged during the story and there were some fabulous new characters to support or test our heroine.

Overall, a fabulous series full of laughter, witty observations, and several poignant moments. I look forward to seeing what Emma Murray writes next.

Laugh out loud funny. I got some funny looks on the commute to work as I read this book. I didn't realise it was part of a trilogy as it really does stand alone. I'm now going to read the other two.

Hilarious, heartfelt and so relatable, Emma Murray’s New York set page-turner Winging It is sure to strike a chord with readers everywhere.

When Saoirse’s husband David announces that he’s just been offered a job in New York, she is absolutely thrilled. Already picturing herself living the Sex and the City lifestyle, Saoirse cannot wait to get to the Big Apple and experience the shopping, the culture and the whole New York experience. Saoirse is impatient to bid goodbye to her old life and start afresh in NYC – even if her five year old daughter Anna is not exactly overjoyed at having to leave her friends and her school behind. Still, Saoirse hopes that the Manhattan apartment will make up for any last-minute doubts they might all have, but will life in New York be everything she had always hoped for or one massive disappointment?

The Manhattan apartment is no bigger than a shoebox, David is at work all the time, the heat is unbearable and all the childcare responsibilities end up falling squarely on her shoulders. With nothing going according to plan, Saoirse isn’t ready to throw in the towel just yet. Her daughter is relying on her to give her the best New York experience possible and if faking it until she makes it doesn’t quite cut the mustard, then Saoirse needs to come up with a new plan.

Will trusting her own voice and listening to her own instincts prove to be Saoirse’s salvation? In a sizzling New York summer, she is about to learn that sometimes it’s best to throw away the rulebook and just wing it!

Laugh out loud funny, immensely readable and so enjoyable, Emma Murray’s Winging It is a warm, witty and wise tale that should be at the very top of every woman’s reading list this month. Although Winging It is set in New York, Saoirse is a such a fantastic heroine everyone will relate to her struggles having to juggle solo parenthood with the demands of her relationship while trying to settle into her new home. In Winging It, there were plenty of moments that made me roar with laughter, however, Emma Murray deftly tempers the humour with moments of pathos and poignancy that touch the heart and make readers think.

Smart, sharp and so much fun, Emma Murray’s Winging It is not to be missed.

Winging it is the last book in a trilogy. I enjoyed the previous two books and this book has the same relatability humour and you can’t help but laugh and really feel for the character of Saorise as she navigates the highs and lows of her new life in a different country.

The importance of a good support network has always been a theme in these books and as we have seen Saoirse’s friendships grow we have also followed the characters through some of the worst and best times in their lives.

The new characters in Winging It are never just filler and their development becomes just as important as following up on firm favourites.

I particularly loved the relationship between Saorise and her husband in this book. David’s efforts to keep their romance alive despite the continued pressures of work commitments and family life was really lovely to read and even though the couple spend more time apart it was great to see that their bond actually strengthened.

One of my favourite characters has always been Saorise’s mother who never fails to make me laugh with her Irish humour and her strong opinions. It was a real joy to see her storyline develop in Winging It.

As easy and enjoyable as this book is to read it also touches on some really important topics along the way such as mental health issues and the impact social media can have on our lives.

Winging it explores the strong bonds of family and friendships even when it seems distance and secrets could tear them apart.

Hilarious! We follow Saoirse and her family as they relocate for a year to New York City for her husbands job. Saoirse has a strong girlfriend group and was nervous to leave her bubble and start over in NYC with husband and young child Anna. When they first arrive into a one bedroom apt, things were not going as planned and her husband immediately had to leave for a business trip. We watch Saoirse try to navigate the city with a young child all on her own, but her husband knows when to send in reinforcements. At times he had her best friends fly in to lift her spirits, they had extended family checking in and providing advice, needed and not needed ;) So many hilarious moments I had tears rolling down my face!

This is the third book in the series of Saoirse and company. In this book, Saoirse moves to New York with her husband for his new job. The opportunity seemed too good to be true; the money was good enough for her to be a stay-at-home mom for Anna, and the company (aka "The Firm") is paying for their traveling expenses and apartment. Manhattan did not turn out to be the bright lights and big city dream-come-true for either Alex or Saoirse, though. David is traveling all over the US more than he is at home, and Saoirse is left to navigate the subway, make do with the the too-small apartment with no washer/dryer, and deal with the doorman from hell by herself. David's biological mother quietly suggests moving to a smaller suburb outside of the city, and even found a rental home for them; a spacious pool/guest house. The move came with a mystery and Saoirse discovers family secrets and learns about herself.

I enjoy the Saoirse books; they are light and fun reads. I would recommend these books to any anglophile readers; I get my fix of London life and culture when I read them, plus I love the humorous and relatable situations Saoirse finds herself in as a young mother. Fans of Sophie Kinsella, Meg Cabot, and Helen Fields would like this series.

Absolutely cracking read as I have now come to love by Emma Murray. Although this is part of a trio of novels, it could easily be read as a standalone. Saoirse and her family are moving to the USA for a year for her husbands work and she is struggling to fit in after being mugged and living in the middle of the city. After an emergency visit from friends and family, she starts to find her groove. At moments, so sad and then terribly funny, I loved this.

I absolutely loved Emma Murray’s two previous books about Saoirse, and I was so excited to read the latest instalment.

It’s all change for Saoirse as she moves to New York, as David gets a new job over there. It’s quite a culture shock and we see a different side to Saoirse, as she struggles to settle into city life with a five-year-old.

This book is full of the author’s trademark wonderful humour and there are some really hilarious laugh-out-loud moments, but it’s also a sensitively told and honest tale, with Saoirse wanting the best for her family, and finding out who she really is. She’s very free of artifice, and I find her really refreshing and likeable as a character.

This book can be read as a standalone, but it’s such a wonderful series, definitely one to treat yourself to. The characters are so well depicted and her insight into parenthood is both humorous and real.

I absolutely flew through this book and enjoyed every last moment of it. I’d definitely recommend this to anyone looking for an uplifting and joyous read

This was about to expire on my Netgalley shelf so I gave this a go and this was such a feel-good story! It’s a very light, fun read, very hallmark-ish!

This story follows Saoirse who is a mother to five year-old Anna and wife to David, living in a suburban London. She is very content with her life. Her best friends and family are close by, she knows where everything is…until David gets offered a new job in New York. The move is not permanent, just a year away! Saoirse convinced herself she can move away for a year. It will be like a whole new adventure with her little family, what’s not to love? Possibly everything! Saoirse realised that she is not cut out for the intimidating city life in New York. She’d much rather be cooped up at home than deal with her anxiety but for the sake of David and Anna, she really tries hard to fit in. Can Saoirse get over her fear? How will she navigate her life in a busy city?

When we watch movies about New York, they always portray New York as some kind of glamorous place to be but reading this, it really gives me a sense of reality of what New York could really be like. Poor Saoirse came from a quiet part of London and so I really emphathise with her when she had a big reality shock of what living in a busy city is like from expensive groceries to rude strangers to small living spaces.

I love how strong Saoirse’s support system is portrayed here. David doesn’t take her anxiety lightly and really tries his best to help her settle in despite being in a new city himself. She also has best friends who are always a call away when she needs them. This is definitely a very family and friendship driven story.

This was such a delightful read and my heart feels so warm after! Thank you Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the arc.