Rachel has spent years shielding her daughters; Maya, twelve, and Ellie, six; from the worst of their father's anger. But when the violence escalates beyond what she can bear, she makes a desperate choice: run. With nothing but a few belongings and an unshakable determination to keep her girls safe, they flee into the unforgiving streets of the city.

For a month, survival is their only goal; finding food, avoiding danger, keeping hope alive. But the weight of homelessness presses in, and Rachel realizes she can't do this alone. A women's shelter offers respite, and soon, a resource center gives them something even more precious: the chance to rebuild. As Rachel fights to reclaim their future, Maya struggles with lingering fear and loss, while Ellie clings to the promise of a home that's truly theirs.

Dianna Aubin is a passionate storyteller and explorer at heart. Whether she's immersed in a captivating book, hiking scenic trails, tending to her garden, or traveling to new places, she finds inspiration in the world around her. When she's not writing, she enjoys unwinding with her husband over video games and spending time with her two playful cats. Her love for adventure, creativity, and nature shines through in everything she does.