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Mummy’s 39th birthday arrives amid a swirl of invitations to yoga classes, book clubs, and perfunctory social gatherings where friends discuss wine and children’s activities. Refusing to give in to the quiet, socially prescribed path, she clutches a large glass of wine, mutters "FML" and suddenly remembers a life‑changing idea. The story explores her rebellion against societal norms, her love of wine, and the possibility of redefining her own future.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Gill Sims
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