Mushy Peas on Toast

by Laurian Clemence

Hook-ups, break-ups, stuff-ups and cover-ups. Peas is a typical Jo'burg girl - she works hard, plays hard, and leaves a trail of destruction in her wake. She's a drama queen, with high heels and a soft heart. Just as life is going along splendidly, Peas' long-term boyfriend (and possible fatherly candidate to her two perfect children) dumps her. And so begins a journey of self-discovery, aided by a flamboyant Italian flatmate, an eccentric father and copious amounts of alcohol. Join Peas as she comes to terms with life, love and her new found singledom.

272 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Natasha · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely adore this book.

[Zookey . · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was just mushy and nice. I loved it. It is the innocent 'messing up with confidence' that I enjoyed. The trauma of break-ups, Daddy relationship issues and the love, laugther and pain of friends that I enjoyed. This was my type of chick-lit.

[Nwabisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved it! It felt like I was reading her diary, and all the anxiety and insecurity that Peas goes through, I've felt at some time in my life. The fact that it is a South African novel, and the setting is familiar was also a treat. I recommend this book to every 20-something, female South African!

[Carly · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the blog, so this was fun to read!

[Lianne Lipschitz · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you enjoy South African stories - here is another one to add to your list.