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Cate is a stage designer in Chicago, caught up in an unconventional web of friends and lovers, when her life is suddenly overturned. Walking into her best friend's kitchen one day, she witnesses an act of violence that forces her to do something she never thought she could do. Nothing will ever be the same again. Wry, compassionate and startlingly beautiful, Right After the Weather explores the mess of trauma and love, and the reverberations of our actions.

In the early hours of the morning, following a wedding reception, a car filled with stoned, drunk and sleepy guests accidentally hits and kills a girl on a dark country road. For the next 25 years, the lives of those involved are subtly shaped by this tragic moment.

The complex relationship between Nora and Fern is marked by both love and distrust. Nora struggles to understand her enigmatic daughter, while Fern feels betrayed by her mother's decision to leave their family for a new partner. As their lives intertwine with new challenges, including Fern's boyfriend, Nora's affair, and the health crisis of their dog, Lucky, they navigate their tumultuous bond and strive to establish a renewed connection amidst the chaos.

The narrative follows Christine Snow, a Chicago therapist, on her quest to locate her missing lover, travel photographer Taylor Hayes, leading her deep into Morocco. As she navigates this journey, Christine confronts the profound realization that true understanding of another's soul may be unattainable. The story blends humor with sharp insights, showcasing Anshaw's distinctive writing style and creating a compelling tale that captivates readers like a gripping thriller. A Reader's Guide is also included.

Explores three hypothetical schemas that could have been the life of swimmer Jesse Austin if she had made different choices and had not been haunted by her loss in the Mexico City Olympics. 10,000 first printing.