Shattered Innocence

Kelly's story exposes the devastating horror of childhood sexual abuse and its aftermath. It also offers survivors a ray of hope through healing and recovery! Innocence once lost can never be regained, but is it possible for a survivor of childhood sexual abuse to experience a normal, happy life? Kelly Vates says, "Yes!" in spite of years of degrading abuse and the aftermath of addictions, abortion, attempted suicide, and failed relationships. With courageous honesty, Kelly reveals the horrifying events that shattered her own innocence and exposes her inner pain and trumoil. But thankfully, her story doesn't end there. Kelly opens her journals and her heart so than anyone who has ever experienced abuse can find the path to hope, healing, and recovery. Yes, "happily ever after "really is possible when you know where to look for it.