A tribute to all survivors who cope daily with pain and trauma, this poignant collection of fiery poetry is unblinking in the face of what many survivors face, exploring the multifaceted reality of trauma, the aftermath of unspeakable horrors, feeling like a hunted thing, a broken thing, but ultimately overcoming this and basking in the light and strength of carrying on. From the first poem "CW" about how women struggle to exist in this society today and exploring the feeling of being burned, scorned, beaten and abused but still finding the strength to come out on the other side. The author explains her experience: It's important to write so that readers know they are not alone in their experiences. So much of my life I allowed to be dictated by my past trauma. I'm not a person who deals with trauma well - it's not a choice - it's led by my sensitive nature. I see the beauty, but life is interwoven with pain. This comes out in my writing. It's just who I am. It's what I know about and feel the most.