First published 2015
Michelle Miller addresses readers trapped in abusive relationships with direct questions about daily fear, constant anxiety, and broken self-esteem. She presents domestic violence statistics that reveal the scope of the problem: one in four American women experiences abuse, twenty people become victims every minute, and one in three female homicide victims dies at the hands of her abuser. Miller emphasizes that most incidents go unreported because victims don't recognize the abuse. Her approach combines inspirational success stories with practical guidance on finding support and developing action plans. The book aims to rebuild confidence, help readers realize they're not alone, and provide clear direction for those ready to make changes. Miller reassures readers that previous failed attempts to leave or change abusers aren't their fault, acknowledging that major life changes are difficult but promising that the reward is a life worth living.
Genres: domestic-fiction, abuse, self-help, non-fiction
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: inspirational, self-improvement
56 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Content warnings: abuse, domestic-violence