It takes only a moment to say you love someone, but a lifetime of regret when they break your heart.

Would she survive his abuse, or will her heart die trying?

A young, naïve girl convinces herself that her love for him would make all well.
Cara wanted to be loved, while Paul took her innocence and treated her like trash.

Because she loved him above all else, she ignored the warnings, excusing his selfish desires.
She overlooked his bullying and control.

She ignored his sardonic family members, who encouraged him to ill-treat her further.

She felt powerless to stand against the persecution.

What would become of her? Where could she go or turn for help?

Read one woman's journey through years of torment