A Not Quite Perfect Family

In A Not Quite Perfect Family by Claire Sandy, Fern Carlile navigates the chaos of her lively, imperfect family while juggling responsibilities at home and her own business. Amidst the challenges of raising an eight-year-old feminist, dealing with her teenage children’s unexpected parenthood, and managing her husband’s midlife crisis, Fern finds that the family meals intended to bring them together sometimes highlight their differences. As the year unfolds, she faces tough decisions about love, life, and the tempting allure of a weekend away.