Synopsis – Life Begins at 50
The brilliant, brand-new novel from the TOP TEN bestselling author of 59 Memory Lane
New friends, new flame, new fun . . .
Kate dreamed of a happy marriage, a house full of children and a fulfilling teaching career. But after twenty-five years of married life and about to hit the big 5-0, it’s clear that her dreams haven’t quite come true. Then her husband leaves her for his golf partner, forcing Kate to take stock of what has become of her life.
Luckily, new friendship comes her way in the form of three feisty older women who take Kate under their wings, plus a new flame (could it be more . . .?) sparks with local divorced dad, Milo. As her big birthday approaches, Kate’s zest for life begins to return.
But opening herself up means making herself vulnerable to being hurt all over again . . .
Can it be true that life begins at fifty? And will Kate be brave enough to find happiness, and grab hold of it with both hands?
Author Bio
Previously a teacher and assistant head, Celia Anderson now writes full time and is a member of the Romantic Novelists Association, having proudly graduated from their New Writers’ Scheme in 2013. So far, she has concentrated on writing romantic fiction and/or stories with a flavor of magical realism.
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My Review
Life Begins at 50! by Celia Anderson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Fresh out of a lack luster marriage and with her 50th bday on the horizon Kate is feeling out of sorts and knows she needs to shake up her life a bit.
Life Begins at 50 explores deep themes of loss, motherhood, loneliness, stagnation, etc. However, it also presents pictures of older women living life to the fullest. It also highlighted the importance of friendship especially as we age.
Though there were times when the story dragged, overall the story moved along at a good pace. Many times while she was interacting with her older neighbor and her crew I laughed out loud.
I found the characters likable (except Kate’s ex) and I found myself wanting them to win.
This book is relatable to many of us in middle age who may find that life is not fully what we had expected. However, there is always time to recalibrate and create a different path for ourselves.
I thoroughly enjoyed this emotional yet funny book. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.
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