A review by this_momma_is_booked
Mom Jeans and Other Mistakes by Alexa Martin

emotional funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

Gosh did I want to love this book. I don't know what it is about books with moms as protagonists but it is so hit or miss for me! With this book specifically, I wanted to SHAKE Lauren multiple times and tell her to grow a backbone. I wanted her to realize what was happening with Jude because it's obvious. I wanted to slap some sense into Jude as well! I also didn't really like that Lauren was the "does it all" mom because it's simply not realistic and sets high standards that are impossible to reach for many and lead to burnout for so many more. I wanted more. 
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