Whilst the idea of the storyline made me want to like this book, I struggled with the writing style and sadly found that it didn't suck me in.

I historically have always made myself finish a book but in a world where there are millions of books I want to read, and sadly not enough years in my life, I have to accept when it's not for me and DNF'd at 25%.

I have previously enjoyed this author though and have had book friends shout about it being laugh out loud so don't let my review put you off and pleaser give it a try yourself.

Thank-you NetGalley and Hannah Parry for an ARC!

I picked this up after hearing a review from another reader. She raved about how funny and entertaining it was, and her enthusiasm made me excited to give it a try. Unfortunately, after reading a few chapters, I quickly realized this book just wasn’t for me.

While I can see why others might enjoy it, I found the language and behaviors of the characters off-putting. The writing style also didn’t resonate with me, making it difficult to stay engaged. Because of this, I decided not to continue reading.

That being said, I can understand why some readers find it entertaining. It just didn’t align with my personal taste. Thank you, NetGalley, Hannah Perry, and first for the opportunity to read and review this advanced copy.

In the beginning I wasn't sure about this book but I very quickly became invested in the author's writing style which is light, funny and unique. The book is totally different to anything I have read before. The author has come up with a new concept that I loved. I would highly recommend this story and I need more like it.

I really enjoyed this book. A quick book with lots of twist that make you want to read more and hooks you in.

Really good book that i will recommend to others.

Thanks for the opportunity to read & review it.

This was such an enjoyable story! It was fun, lighthearted and endearing. It was a relatable and tender hearted story that included a reality tv storyline. They’re not usually my favorite trope in books but I loved this.

This book was slow to hook me. That said it was worth sticking with as once I got about half way through I then finished it in one day as the storyline took off properly. A worthy read

This is a whacky premise that the author pulls off with style. The idea of a game show based on surrogacy is more and more credible nowadays and seeing the characters navigate it was sometimes funny and sometimes kind of heart breaking. I enjoyed the writing style and found the dialogue particularly engaging, wishing I had a bit more time with some of the quirky side characters,

The baby exchange is the name of a TV show about surrogacy. We see 3 surrogates and their prospective parents on their journeys.

Mae finds out at 37 weeks that she is pregnant, she does not want this baby and is in desperate need for money so decides to join the show.

And that is pretty much it, unfortunately this book wasn't for me. There was no depth to the plot or the characters if anything I found them highly annoying and I just wasn't invested in what happens here.

This was a bizarre and funny story, it certainly was entertaining and I really admired her bravery amidst the chaos she found her life in. Billy was sweet and some of the other mums in the show were very funny too. It was a nice, light hearted read.

The Baby Exchange is a quick, but cute read. It had a few funny parts. I had a hard time getting in to the book, but really enjoyed the ending.

What a book! It’s heartbreaking that it’s even something we have to deal with in society but it is a very real thing and this book really makes you think and gets the cog in the wheels turning. I didn’t know what to think when I finished. It is a book that stays with you for sure

DNF @20% The premise of the book was intriguing, but I personally don’t like how it was executed. The book has some funny moments, I’ll give it that. I don’t think that this book is my cup of tea, so unfortunately I don’t believe that I will be finishing it. I just find that the story drags on with not alot of payoff. The writing was also hard to understand for me, I felt confused more than I should have. It just never managed to fully suck me in, and I was left feeling underwhelmed.

I really liked the premise of this book but in the end I just felt underwhelmed. At 200 pages everything was being quite rushed and you don't get a chance to understand things in depth or to connect. But a cute read nonetheless

Review also on goodreads and storygraph

An excellent read for any and all readers! Author comes at you with both barrels and knocks you out of your shoes! Great job fleshing out all the characters. I give this book FIVE stars! Definitely recommend!

I just finished “The Baby Exchange” by Hannah Parry and what a cute book! It’s about an LA talent agent named Mae Miller who finds herself in an unwanted cryptic pregnancy, a mother with dementia, and a mountain of debt.

She goes on a reality show to give her baby up for adoption and earn enough fees to cover her mother’s expenses all while trying to promote her best friend’s, Billy Mac’s, acting career.

The story has a great cast of characters and who doesn’t love crazy reality tv, right? Sign me up! Haha. You find yourself really rooting for Mae! Such a sweet story! Solid 4 stars from me!

very wholesome and heartwarming. would recommend to family and friends. the author had an amazing idea to put and executed very nicely.

This book took a very long time to get into. I really had to power through it and fight the urge to quit. If you are looking for an easy read, this fits the bill, but again it’s incredibly slow with a good end.

Thank you NetGalley and Hannah Perry for the opportunity to preview this novel. The opinions shared are my own.

The Baby exchange by Heather Perry, May grew up in the foster care system, and move to Hollywood when her best friend Billy Mac turned 18. she became his agent ,and now his star is beginning to shine brighter, and one of her child actors has just signed with Disney. The only problem may has is her mom Eloise, who has dementia and although her good friend and housekeeper, Israel takes care of her May doesn’t know how much longer she can afford it. in the middle of all, this may finds out another much bigger agent is courting Billy Mac and oh yes thanks to her inverted cervix she’s 37 1/2 weeks pregnant with a baby she didn’t know existed and doesn’t want. This is how she finds herself on a reality show for surrogates in the want to be moms. what a perfect solution on the show have the baby give the baby away get $80,000 plus the surrogacy fee… Problem solved right? Unfortunately,in LA the story isn’t complete with out a scandal and May’s story is definitely included. let me just say this was the best most heartwarming, funny sad, disappointing heartbreaking and heart. Mending story I have ever ever read. it is books like this that prove it’s all about the promotions because I only accidentally came across this book on NetGalley and this book is absolutely phenomenal and I cannot believe more people haven’t read it. I loved Kendra, May her mom Eloise I did wish Billy Mac had a more complete personality. I felt he could’ve been flushed out a little better, but having said that he served his purpose and OMG this book is awesome. Awesome awesome awesome! this is a book I definitely recommend if you love funny modern heartbreaking stories that also make you laugh out loud. You will definitely love this book by Hannah Perry. I absolutely absolutely loved it!!!#NetGalley, #HannahPerry1, #HannahPerry, #TheBaby, #TheBlindReviewer,

I have to admit, I wasn’t the biggest fan of this book at the start but about 60% in, I got invested and that ending was so worth sticking it out for 😭

It tore me to pieces and then glued all those pieces back together 😭 this is such a beautiful book and well done to the author!