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?