This book is a story of survival, heartbreak, of domestic violence and abuse, the pain of divorce but most of all the devastation of a mother forced to leave her children behind. The Author speaks straight from her heart while she reflects on the events of her extraordinary and often unhappy life. Originally drafted as part of a cathartic process, this is book one in a series penned firstly in an effort to make sense of past trauma and heartbreak and secondly to finally explain her own decisions to herself, to her children and family who have also suffered through this rollercoaster. Inspired by real events from the first 4 decades of her life, you often feel like you are sitting with the Author as she is telling her life story. A story which is shocking, touching and thought provoking while at the same time written with humour and positivity. * This book is most likely for women but anyone feeling trapped in a toxic relationship, marriage or situation. * People at a loss, without hope going through a breakup involving being separated from their children. * For anyone living with domestic abuse and in fear of the consequences. Anyone who needs strength to find a way out. * People who cannot see a way out of their situation and have or are about to give up hope. * Anyone being forced to make decisions they don't want to make and struggling with emotional blackmail. * If you like a page turner this story is for you, a book you will probably read in one or two sittings and cannot put down. Written as the Author speaks, reading the book will be like sitting down with your friend as they tell you one part of their heart breaking life story. To find out more please go to the Author's website : https://www.ruthtunnicliffe.com/