Kara's childhood was fraught with abuse at the hands of her father. But worse than that was watching her older sisters being the target of the same abuse. Kara's story, however, is not without happiness. Read how she overcomes being a victim through reading and lifelong learning. Writing her story is Kara's way of letting go of her past and living in the present. It is hoped that her story will benefit many people who have had a rough beginning.