Lily has never been in control of her own life. When she makes a mistake so big that she's sent to live with strangers, will she learn to trust again? Or will her fear of change cause her to hold onto the pain, shutting out those who try to help her? Will she finally find the hope that has always been out of her reach?This story is just under 110,000 words, with a sequel coming soon. TW: depictions of domestic violence, child abuse, and cursing.