Publisher's Synopsis
Can you escape from someone that "Loves you" one minute then hurts you the next? How do you empower yourself to heal from the shame, guilt of keeping your children in a violent situation and alienation from loved ones? When Melinda was a child her spirit was broken by experiencing physical abuse at the hands of her Step-father. Many years later, in sweeps that special someone and soon that relationship turns violent. In this memoir, Melinda shares intimate details of the pain she endured as an unwilling participant in situations that were at times terrifying.The battle Melinda was fighting was spiritual, legal, emotional and physical. Feeling at times that she was grasping for self-preservation.She shares how you too can thrive and have renewal from brokenness. You will find tips and tools that learned along her journey that you can use to help you find strength and courage to take the leap of faith to leave your abuser. **Please note: This book contains adult language and content.**If you are in an abusive situation contact your local authorities or www.thehotline.org for help.
