Joy Gerken

 Fiona, our protagonist is a deeply distressed young woman. She experiences a troubled childhood, and indulges in a dangerous habit to an extent that she almost looses her life.Her family are aware of the issue, but have little time for it this leads to major family disruption and hostility.After a number of hospital admissions, she decides to take her own discharge and flees to France. Here she becomes calmer and a good deal happier, experiencing a number of varying encounters and kindness. However, on her return home troubles once again surface.This story is based on fact, reiterated through the authors career as a trained nurse.Although dark in placea, the story end is indeed a happy...