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Their Bodacious Second Act is Waiting
In Divorced at 50 F**K, Now What?, you share all of the heartbreak of a troubled childhood and a broken marriage and offer readers hope through your own resilience.Why was this an important book for you to write?
Because I felt so alone during these times, and maybe there were books out there for me, but I couldn’t find them easily. I wanted a book title that said exactly what I had been through, so it could be a support to others.
I appreciated the candid nature with which you told your story. What was the hardest thing for you to write about?
Probably the moment in the back seat of the wedding car. My mind was taken back to that exact moment. My hand was frozen on the door handle.
What is a common misconception you feel people have about coping with life after divorce?
That things will never be ok again, and that they will never find ’the one’.
What is one thing you hope readers take away from your experiences?
That their bodacious second act is waiting, and even if they spend their time alone, it is better than being with someone who doesn’t value or see you. That was my mindset. But lucky for me, I did find someone, and we are very happy.
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In this bold, honest, and empowering book, Menopause Mentor and Speaker Lara Portelli shares her personal journey of heartbreak, reinvention, and rising stronger than ever. This isn’t just her story—it’s a survival guide for every woman staring down the barrel of midlife chaos and wondering, “Now what?”
Inside, you’ll discover:
🔥 How to rebuild your confidence when everything feels like it’s falling apart
💡 The power of gut instincts (and what happens when you ignore them)
🌱 The roadmap to your Second Act—one filled with purpose, joy, and unapologetic freedom
Raw, real, and packed with practical wisdom, Divorced at 50. (F**K). Now What? will remind you that your story isn’t over—it’s just getting good. You’ll laugh, cry and probably feel a little excited…
This is your comeback. Your rewrite. Your rise towards your bodacious life.
Divorced at 50 F**K, Now What?
Lara Portelli’s Divorced at 50 is a raw and heartfelt memoir that begins with a stolen childhood, winds through a troubled marriage, and lands in the fragile yet powerful territory of self-discovery after divorce. She writes with candor about cultural expectations, coercive control, and the painful silence of a life lived for others. Yet, woven through the heartbreak is a strong thread of resilience. The book is both a personal story and a guide, filled with reflections, small lessons, and hard-won hope. At its heart, it is about reclaiming one’s voice after decades of suppression.
I found myself pulled into Lara’s honesty. She does not sugarcoat her experiences, and that makes her words feel alive. At times, I felt angry for her younger self, trapped in a world where duty outweighed love. Other times, I found myself smiling when she described small moments of joy, like driving with the window down or noticing a flower left on her desk. The writing is simple and unpretentious, but it carries a deep emotional weight. It often feels like sitting across from a friend who has decided to tell you the truth, even the parts that hurt. That vulnerability is what makes the book so powerful.
I also admired how she framed her journey not just as an escape, but as a rebuilding. She writes about health, self-worth, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. Her focus on words and mindset gave the book an unexpected layer. Some sections lingered on personal analysis, but in a way, that rhythm mirrored her process of working through years of pain. It felt real, not polished for effect.
By the time I finished, I was left with both sadness for what she endured and hope for what she found. Divorced at 50 F**K, Now What? will resonate most with women who feel stuck, whether in a marriage, a job, or even a set of old beliefs. It’s also for anyone standing on the edge of change, afraid of what comes next. Lara shows that the unknown can be terrifying, yes, but it can also be the beginning of everything you’ve been waiting for.
Pages: 76 | ASIN : B0FLPL17MT
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