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Nailing It
Hilariously funny and excruciatingly relatable -
Nailing It
is perfect for fans of
The Unmumsy Mum
, Louise Pentland and Gill Sims.
Faking it.
Breaking it.
Hating it.
Loving it....
This is motherhood.
Emily is raising two tiny feminists, building her freelance career and navigating life as a newly single mum - and feels like she's failing horribly.
Tania just wants her other half to do his fair share - as long as it's done her way. But being right isn't nearly as much as fun as being in it together....
Helen has almost got family life a routine that suits them all, most days. Until her own mum turns up and turns calm into chaos.
Sometimes being a mum is the hardest job in the world. So can these three friends fake it till they make it?
Faking it.
Breaking it.
Hating it.
Loving it....
This is motherhood.
Emily is raising two tiny feminists, building her freelance career and navigating life as a newly single mum - and feels like she's failing horribly.
Tania just wants her other half to do his fair share - as long as it's done her way. But being right isn't nearly as much as fun as being in it together....
Helen has almost got family life a routine that suits them all, most days. Until her own mum turns up and turns calm into chaos.
Sometimes being a mum is the hardest job in the world. So can these three friends fake it till they make it?
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Published April 1, 2021
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April 4, 2021
„Nailing It“ tells us a story of three friends: Emily, Tania and Helen, all three of them mums, and all three of them facing different problems. Emily is trying to come to terms with being a single parent, which, as it turns out, is not as easy, especially as you and your ex forget which day you’re supposed to pick the kids up from school. Tania feels like being a single parent, what with organizing everything by herself and Helen has just experienced shock of her life when her mother suddenly and unexpectedly arrived back from Spain, turning Helen’s orderly and neat world on its head. Will they all manage to stay sane and make it through? To nail it?
I wasn’t aware that there was another book before „Nailing It“ (sorry. Sorry!), nevertheless I didn’t have a feeling that I am missing on something, that I need more explanation about the characters’ past – no, I’ve been thrown direct into the heart of this story, without problems, and immediately befriended myself with the characters. They were written in such a way that, from the very first page, I had a feeling that I know them for a long time already.
The story is told from Emily’s point of view in the first person narration, and third person narration from Tania and Helen, and at the beginning it was a bit confusing, when suddenly the third person changed into the first, but I quickly got used to this. Not sure why it was done this way, as it didn’t help me feel closer to Emily. Nevertheless, she was the main person here and I fell for her immediately. She was relatable and likeable and funny and I could imagine her to be my friend, really.
I loved the friendship between Emily, Tania and Helen and I felt a part of their circle, of their struggles and troubles. The way those three support each other and can lean on each other in every situation is absolutely brilliant. Each of them had their own story to tell, interesting and not always easy, but they also wonderfully work as a team, and it was really great in this book. They met some time ago (I guess in the first book :D ) and their friendship is blossoming, I love to see such relationships, especially as they seem to be so true and genuine. Anna Jefferson has written it truly well, as well as the characters that jump off the pages.
I adored the sharp and realistic look at motherhood, or rather parenthood altogether, at being a single parent or sometimes feeling like a single parent. The events in this book, as well as dialogues and the characters’ reactions, are written in a way that you can so easily imagine and that feel absolutely possible to happen to all of us. It’s mostly fun, but also there are moments that you can feel the frustration and desperation of the three main heroines. The author, however, also touches upon some more heavier and serious issues, especially when it comes to Helen’s subplot – there were moments I wanted to shake her, tell her to open her eyes and to see what I’ve been seeing, but it’s probably easy to say when you’re not in the same situation – and I hope I’ll never find myself in this situation. It wasn’t written with gentleness – I think the author has showed the things like they really are, brutally honest, bringing us on our limits, and I appreciated it wholeheartedly.
It is a bitter – sweet and realistic picture of a family, with all the ups and downs. Yes, there are many books with this topic, but „Nailing It“ is one of the best in this genre , funniest and down – to – earth. Often I have a feeling that I’ve been there, I’ve seen this, the books feel like a copy of each other, but this one was like a real breath of fresh air. It’s close to life, relatable and with a human touch, not overdone, not too far – fetched and shows how it really is.
But as much as this book is funny, it’s also realistic and thoughtful, showing a real picture of different kinds of families. It’s this kind of book that you read nodding your head and rolling your eyes, understanding all of the turmoils and emotions of the characters.
If you are in need of a funny, witty, clever and also poignant story, try „Nailing It“. It’s not only for parents, I am sure you’ll find many things in this book that will resonate with you. Now I’m going to treat myself to „Winging It“, can’t wait to see the beginnings of Emily, Tania and Helen’s friendship. Highly recommended!
Copy provided by the publisher in return for an honest review.
I wasn’t aware that there was another book before „Nailing It“ (sorry. Sorry!), nevertheless I didn’t have a feeling that I am missing on something, that I need more explanation about the characters’ past – no, I’ve been thrown direct into the heart of this story, without problems, and immediately befriended myself with the characters. They were written in such a way that, from the very first page, I had a feeling that I know them for a long time already.
The story is told from Emily’s point of view in the first person narration, and third person narration from Tania and Helen, and at the beginning it was a bit confusing, when suddenly the third person changed into the first, but I quickly got used to this. Not sure why it was done this way, as it didn’t help me feel closer to Emily. Nevertheless, she was the main person here and I fell for her immediately. She was relatable and likeable and funny and I could imagine her to be my friend, really.
I loved the friendship between Emily, Tania and Helen and I felt a part of their circle, of their struggles and troubles. The way those three support each other and can lean on each other in every situation is absolutely brilliant. Each of them had their own story to tell, interesting and not always easy, but they also wonderfully work as a team, and it was really great in this book. They met some time ago (I guess in the first book :D ) and their friendship is blossoming, I love to see such relationships, especially as they seem to be so true and genuine. Anna Jefferson has written it truly well, as well as the characters that jump off the pages.
I adored the sharp and realistic look at motherhood, or rather parenthood altogether, at being a single parent or sometimes feeling like a single parent. The events in this book, as well as dialogues and the characters’ reactions, are written in a way that you can so easily imagine and that feel absolutely possible to happen to all of us. It’s mostly fun, but also there are moments that you can feel the frustration and desperation of the three main heroines. The author, however, also touches upon some more heavier and serious issues, especially when it comes to Helen’s subplot – there were moments I wanted to shake her, tell her to open her eyes and to see what I’ve been seeing, but it’s probably easy to say when you’re not in the same situation – and I hope I’ll never find myself in this situation. It wasn’t written with gentleness – I think the author has showed the things like they really are, brutally honest, bringing us on our limits, and I appreciated it wholeheartedly.
It is a bitter – sweet and realistic picture of a family, with all the ups and downs. Yes, there are many books with this topic, but „Nailing It“ is one of the best in this genre , funniest and down – to – earth. Often I have a feeling that I’ve been there, I’ve seen this, the books feel like a copy of each other, but this one was like a real breath of fresh air. It’s close to life, relatable and with a human touch, not overdone, not too far – fetched and shows how it really is.
But as much as this book is funny, it’s also realistic and thoughtful, showing a real picture of different kinds of families. It’s this kind of book that you read nodding your head and rolling your eyes, understanding all of the turmoils and emotions of the characters.
If you are in need of a funny, witty, clever and also poignant story, try „Nailing It“. It’s not only for parents, I am sure you’ll find many things in this book that will resonate with you. Now I’m going to treat myself to „Winging It“, can’t wait to see the beginnings of Emily, Tania and Helen’s friendship. Highly recommended!
Copy provided by the publisher in return for an honest review.
June 6, 2021
What a brilliant and funny book. This is so true to real life, there are so many relatable parts in this book, from the relationship breakdown, to the family dynamic and disastrous dating.
It ticked all the boxes and is so well written. Some of the situations the characters get into are so funny.
There are also some really difficult topics like mental health condition and relationship breakdown. These are really hard to write about but the Author has described them with such justice, adding bits of comedy to lighten it.
Absolutely brilliant, I would definitely recommend and read another by Anna.
It ticked all the boxes and is so well written. Some of the situations the characters get into are so funny.
There are also some really difficult topics like mental health condition and relationship breakdown. These are really hard to write about but the Author has described them with such justice, adding bits of comedy to lighten it.
Absolutely brilliant, I would definitely recommend and read another by Anna.
October 5, 2021
This was my first Anna Jefferson novel and I really enjoyed it. I listened to it as an audible book and enjoyed the narration. The characters were fun and each battling with motherhood and their own relationship issues. The story was an easy read (listen), enjoyable, and relatable in many ways. We're all 'nailing it' (or not) in one way or another, aren't we?
April 1, 2021
Bitter sweet and real, this book will show you the dark side of the word family. And I am not saying this in a bad way, I really enjoyed this read, it was realistic and with a human touch, easy to fall for the characters and their stories; but at the same time it showed that perfection never exists, marriage needs work and family too.
This is part of a series, you can totally read it as standalone, but if you want to know more about these characters I would recommend you to start from the beginning, in the end you’ll feel like one more of their circle. I’ll admit that I was a little biased at the beginning of the book, I loved “Winging It” and I wasn’t sure I would enjoy this one so much, I was totally wrong. “Winging It” is more funny with weird situations about parenthood, while this one is more thoughtful, to make us value family and marriage, the balance we all do to keep the families working, you give and the other give, you lose the other one loses too.
I think in this book Emily is the least important in the story, and is the main character, but I think that I enjoyed more Tania and Helen’s struggles. Their friendship is amazing and how they can lean on each other in the worst moments, but Tania and Helen will show us that marriages need both parts to work while Emily and Nick are not talking at all!
I really hope that this will not be the last book of these amazing girls, they still have a lot more to share! If you are looking for a funny and interesting book about friendship and family this is your book, believe me.
Ready for “Nailing It”?
This is part of a series, you can totally read it as standalone, but if you want to know more about these characters I would recommend you to start from the beginning, in the end you’ll feel like one more of their circle. I’ll admit that I was a little biased at the beginning of the book, I loved “Winging It” and I wasn’t sure I would enjoy this one so much, I was totally wrong. “Winging It” is more funny with weird situations about parenthood, while this one is more thoughtful, to make us value family and marriage, the balance we all do to keep the families working, you give and the other give, you lose the other one loses too.
I think in this book Emily is the least important in the story, and is the main character, but I think that I enjoyed more Tania and Helen’s struggles. Their friendship is amazing and how they can lean on each other in the worst moments, but Tania and Helen will show us that marriages need both parts to work while Emily and Nick are not talking at all!
I really hope that this will not be the last book of these amazing girls, they still have a lot more to share! If you are looking for a funny and interesting book about friendship and family this is your book, believe me.
Ready for “Nailing It”?
May 23, 2021
My introduction into the author Anna Jefferson. Nailing It was a book that once I started, I didn’t want to put down. One of the hardest jobs is being a parent. We are not taught how to become a mum or dad and just how difficult it can be. Anna Jefferson’s characters come to life as you read it. It is so believable and I am sure people will be able to relate to characters.
Emily has two girls and just recently separated from her husband. Tania is married to Spiral and has a son whom is tutored at home. Her main gripe is she wants her other half to share the responsibilities of running a house and caring for their son. Helen, married to Chris, is quite lucky her life seems on an even keel. It did until she received a phone call from her mother asking her why she wasn’t at the airport to meet her, when Helen had asked her to come. Helen’s life is just about to change.
The one thing that gets the women through their trials and tribulations is friendships and communication. Meet the girls and have a really good time, laughing at some of the antics and crying at the sad parts. Thank you, Anna, for a superb read. I loved it and can’t wait to read more from you.
Emily has two girls and just recently separated from her husband. Tania is married to Spiral and has a son whom is tutored at home. Her main gripe is she wants her other half to share the responsibilities of running a house and caring for their son. Helen, married to Chris, is quite lucky her life seems on an even keel. It did until she received a phone call from her mother asking her why she wasn’t at the airport to meet her, when Helen had asked her to come. Helen’s life is just about to change.
The one thing that gets the women through their trials and tribulations is friendships and communication. Meet the girls and have a really good time, laughing at some of the antics and crying at the sad parts. Thank you, Anna, for a superb read. I loved it and can’t wait to read more from you.
April 5, 2021
I loved Anna Jefferson's hilarious debut, Winging It, and devoured this, her second offering, in two sittings. If anything, I preferred it to her first - it's just as funny, with plenty of laugh-out-loud and snigger-fest moments, but it deals with weighty issues with a lightness of touch which makes for an effortless, enjoyable read. Emily is dealing with a new career, single motherhood and a betrayal. Former rich girl Tania tries to escape the weight of her background (and vile mother) while raising her energetic little boy, whose dad works away for long stretches, and Helen struggles to care for her daugher as well as a difficult mother succumbing to dementia. Nailing It is a moving exploration of female friendship and its importance, and the challenges of parenting, no matter your situation. Given that I gave Winging It five stars, this has to be a five-point-five! Very highly recommended.
May 28, 2021
This was my first book by this author and won’t be my last. This was a brilliant read it had the right balance of fun and heartbreak and enjoyed how it focused on the lives of three friends which were portrayed in a realistic and relatable way and how the story gradually unfolded to show what was going on in their lives and how this impacted on their friendships with each other. It covered the themes of love and relationships and friendships and relationships with partners and husbands and also looked at other issues such as relationships with parents and dementia all in a very sensitive and heartfelt way. I was laughing one minute and crying the next while reading it and would love to have a sequel to see what goes on to happen in the lives of these three friends. Definitely going to read more books by this author. Highly recommend if you are looking for some escapism and want to read a relatable story about life and everyday problems and barriers and how they can be dealt with.
June 7, 2021
I read this book in two sittings and couldn’t put it down! A funny, poignant, wonderful novel where you are willing the characters to succeed.
The three friends just want to do the best in their lives whilst also getting rid of what causes them angst and worry.
You don’t have to be a mum to identify with the women as their is a bit of each of them in all of us and by the end you are cheering them on.
A well written novel with something for everyone!
A must read!!
The three friends just want to do the best in their lives whilst also getting rid of what causes them angst and worry.
You don’t have to be a mum to identify with the women as their is a bit of each of them in all of us and by the end you are cheering them on.
A well written novel with something for everyone!
A must read!!
March 5, 2023
I really enjoyed this book, more so than than the first one. Although I read the first one ages ago and thought that O had forgotten some parts of it, the book has a good way of dropping in little bits of the previous book wihtout fully repeating itself.
I love the way it's written. As the reader, you're able to relate to any one of the mothers, or all three. There was a lot of relatablity to be had in this book, and I think that's what makes it such a good read.
I love the way it's written. As the reader, you're able to relate to any one of the mothers, or all three. There was a lot of relatablity to be had in this book, and I think that's what makes it such a good read.
July 8, 2023
This books follow 3 mums through their day to day lifes. Bit like the series Working Mums.
Emily has split from her husband, Tania who changed her name, has a partner her parents don't approve of and Helen, whose husband works away and her mum pays her a visit, which isn't plain sailing.
As a mum I could relate to all 3 of these characters and their struggles, laughter and tears.
The story was OK, not exciting, but a nice read.
Emily has split from her husband, Tania who changed her name, has a partner her parents don't approve of and Helen, whose husband works away and her mum pays her a visit, which isn't plain sailing.
As a mum I could relate to all 3 of these characters and their struggles, laughter and tears.
The story was OK, not exciting, but a nice read.
June 6, 2021
Normally this would be my perfect holiday read, so since we’re having a half-term staycation, I “packed” this. And it was just what I needed. Great characters, super fun read. And since the sun came out and I was on a sun lounger I could almost pretend I was on holiday. Passing on to my sister for her “holiday”.
January 19, 2025
“ And in that moment as I kissed him back, I knew without hesitation that I 100% loved him” Quote from the book
“ Being a parent is hard” My quote about the book
Three mums Emily, Tania and Helen
Navigating motherhood alongside coparenting/family issues/health and dementia.
My favourite character was Emily because I could relate to her finding coparenting difficult.
“ Being a parent is hard” My quote about the book
Three mums Emily, Tania and Helen
Navigating motherhood alongside coparenting/family issues/health and dementia.
My favourite character was Emily because I could relate to her finding coparenting difficult.
April 24, 2021
Thankyou so much for the advanced copula of Nailing It.
From start to finish this book was such an easy light read, the chapters changed quickly and followed the life of 3 mums, which kept you always wanting to know what happened next.
I throughly enjoyed this.
From start to finish this book was such an easy light read, the chapters changed quickly and followed the life of 3 mums, which kept you always wanting to know what happened next.
I throughly enjoyed this.
June 6, 2022
I laughed and cried my way through this book. It was just what I needed as a tired mum - a break, but also a story filled with hilarity, heartwarming moments, friendship, pain, loss and joy. I laughed out loud many times. It was a lovely balance and a nice relaxing read!
October 15, 2024
After reading her first book, I found Nailing It a good follow on story, albeit less relatable than the first book, and for this reason it didn’t grab me quite as much. Saying that, I did enjoy the plot develop and reading about the ups and downs of Emily, Helen and Tania’s lives.
July 8, 2021
Devoured this in a weekend. Really fun.
July 13, 2021
I really enjoyed this book from start to end. It follows three mums, their friendship and relationships. Really enjoyable and a nice read. Would really recommend
August 2, 2023
Really enjoyed this book! I love how the three characters stories were tangled together! Plus the ending was so much better than I expected. Not too soppy but also not too harsh
October 15, 2021
A great sequel to winging it. Showing family life doesnt go according to plan and the different lives of 3 mums and their children. Really funny loved it.
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