A review by jazzlibrariansbookcase
Why Mummy's Sloshed by Gill Sims

4.0

I kind of expected a Bridget Jones style book and I was not disappointed! I could not stop laughing out loud from Ellen and her series of hilarious but unfortunate events. I was in fits of laughter with her rants about the patriarchy and her friends, the scene of Ellen looking after her best friend's kid for the day was an accurate portrayal of a two year old (I certainly don't miss growing up in a house full of kids of all ages). It was just great, this scene was my favourite part of the book. There were very few parts that I didn't like or found awkward to read, (adult toys anyone?). I do wish that there were less stereotyping for some of the characters, like the Ellen's gay friends. The rants that Ellen has to herself more than make up for it! I was fully behind her rants on the patriarchy and the societal values of a woman. Simply put, this book is a great laugh and I would highly recommend it as a gift for your mum (if she has a sense of humour and likes a laugh!)