Out of the Clear Blue Sky

Lillie Silva has always relished her roles as a mother, wife, and dedicated nurse-midwife. Just when she is bracing to tackle the challenges of an empty nest with her son heading off to university, her husband drops an unforeseen and devastating bombshell. He is leaving her for another woman. The revelation shocks Lillie to her core, yet it isn't heartache that overwhelms her—it is a seething fury at the betrayal.

Life on Cape Cod has been everything to Lillie. This serene coastal town has been the perfect backdrop to her fulfilment of nurturing others, but now she finds herself in uncharted territory, forced to focus on her own needs and desires. In the throes of this personal crisis, Lillie embarks on a series of bold and often outrageous acts. From crashing her ex-husband's wedding in a dramatic get-up to releasing a skunk into his immaculate home, Lillie’s antics are as cathartic as they are comedic.

Unexpectedly, Lillie discovers allies and friends in the most unusual places. Her glamorous sister, with whom she's had a strained relationship, emerges as a surprisingly supportive confidante. Ben Hallowell, the man involved in a near-fatal car accident with Lillie two decades ago, steps into her life as an unintended yet indispensable babysitter. Adding to the quirky mix is Ophelia, her ex-husband's enigmatic and troubled niece, who finds in Lillie the friend and guide she desperately needs.

As Lillie’s world narrative turns, she learns that losing everything can lead to gaining more than she ever anticipated. With each twist and turn, Lillie realises that the abrupt changes in her life might not be endings but rather the beginnings of something even more beautiful. Out of the Clear Blue Sky is a touching and hilarious portrayal of resilience, unexpected friendships, and the rediscovery of one's own worth and capacity for joy.