This humorous story follows three parents of Baytree Primary who forge a tight friendship during school drop-off. Midwife and mother-of-four Lizzie discovers the ex she never told her husband about has just started teaching at the school. Stay-at-home dad Sam is dealing with a frequently absent high-flyer wife. And Megan, a former model who runs an online kids’ clothing business, is about to learn about the importance of community spirit.
This book was written by an Australian husband-and-wife team and developed from a web series. With relatable characters, it’s a strong addition to the catalogue of books themed around playground politics.