Behind Closed Doors


Life in a small town is always the same.

Everyone knows everyone else's business. This is the world that Ivy Martin grew up in. Her life was far from perfect. Bullied mercilessly in high school. All she wanted was to leave the town and all the cruel kids behind and start a new life.

But when she goes to the annual graduation party things take a turn for the worse. One of her only male friends, Landon takes advantage of her, leaving her feeling dirty and used.

College wasn't any different. The kids are just as cruel. Then she meets a man and hopes that her luck had finally changed, but Daven isn't who Ivy thought he was. And before she knows what is happening she's trapped in an abusive relationship with almost no way to escape. Isolated from her friends and family, she has nowhere to turn.

This is one woman's story of the devastating heart break that domestic abuse can bring.



Heather Kirchhoff 5.0 out of 5 stars

A Must Read I got to beta read this book and I must say, I'm proud of the author for writing her story. It can be heartbreaking at times and I honestly am not sure I would have been able to do the same if I went through what she did. I can't believe this amazing author went through what she did. I'd say this is a must read, especially if you're going through domestic violence or already did. I personally think it shows that you're not alone and anyone could use that.

Sandy Ashley 5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing! This book is hard to read, but in the end is happy. You certainly want to dive into the words to help Ivy out in the bad place she is in. Its hard to read about people being abused because of domestic violence. Kate has really put that in this book! She showed that you can even find strength to move past everything as well. That is the biggest message I think you can get from this book!!

Renee Jean 5.0 out of 5 stars

Inspiring Kate captures the roller coaster of emotions experienced by any victim of domestic violence. As you take the journey with Ivy you feel your heart break time and again as she fights for the man she loves no matter how difficult he makes it. Kate takes a stand against those that have hurt her and metaphorically against all those that have made us utter the words "it is all my fault" and "he didn't mean to do it". She is not a victim she is the picture of strength and a role model for everyone to know they can fight back and they are not alone! I am proud to know her.

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