Perfect Mix-Up

Dottie Harris is as British as they come, which is exactly what endears her to us. But when her pregnant American cousin comes for a visit, Dottie is a frazzled disaster who can't seem to overcome the language barrier.

Perfect Mix-Up, a short story, is a funny look at parenting from both sides of the pond, and the surprising number of confusing language differences that entails!

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Previously published as Lush in Translation.

Interview with the Author

Mainly my friends and family! I'd bump into people and they'd comment on how my Facebook updates made them smile after a bad day with the kids. One day, while I was working on another book, I needed a bit of light relief and decided that a book in the style of social networking might be a good way of getting to know a character, both for me and people who don't have as much time to read as they'd like. Dottie turned into somebody people wanted to read more of, and the ideas of the predicaments she could get into kept coming thick and fast-especially with my own two monkeys providing material!

It seems these books could fit into several genres. How would you categorize them?

While Dottie is a fictional character, her struggles are real. So I'd say anyone who enjoys parenting humor or parenting books in general will enjoy the Perfect Disaster series. And anyone who could use a laugh will enjoy these books! Also, those who enjoy romantic comedy, chick lit, humour, or cozy mysteries.

What sets Dottie apart, and how is her story different from other chick lit?

I think, in fact, part of what attracts people to this series is that Dottie's struggles AREN'T different from everyone else's. However, the way she tells them IS different. Perfect Mayhem is comprised entirely of fictional social media updates that are about as honest as you can get. Dottie shares everything, even some of her not-so-fine parenting moments. The other books in the series are of a more traditional style but contain Dottie's unique brand of humour.

In what order should I read the books?

Each book can stand alone, but like gin and tonic, they go great together! I recommend this order:

- Perfect Mishap

- Perfect Mayhem

- Perfect Christmas

- Perfect Mix-Up

If you enjoy fun, light reads with a humorous look at parenting (and drinking gin!), you'll enjoy the Perfect Disaster series. Thanks for reading!