To God, my Heavenly Father—thank You for guiding every step of my journey and being present in each of my decisions.
To my grandfather, Jorge David, who gifted me the love of words and the dream of becoming a writer.
To my sister Giannina and my friend Lorena Contreras, whose encouragement has been the wind beneath my wings.
To my boyfriend and future husband, my true soulmate, who stands beside me in every battle, inspires every page I write, and fills my world with love, hope, and light. You are my muse, my universe.
To my family, friends, my psychology, and my readers—thank you for your unwavering support and belief in me.
To Manuel Cueva and Antonio Martin, whose words reminded me never to abandon my dream of writing.
To Lorena Gallo, whose courage and resilience lit the flame that sparked this book.
To Thelma Fardin, whose bravery in speaking her truth became an anthem for countless women.
To Miss Margarita de Fioravanti, the entire Fioravanti family, Miss Margarita Guillén, Ángel Bolívar Hernández Pólit, and Mariela Vanessa Zambrano Saltos, who have inspired me to strive for excellence and grow both personally and professionally.
And above all—to all women who have suffered abuse: This book is for you. May it remind you that life can begin again, that beyond violence lies hope, and that you deserve a future free from fear. May these pages be your voice, your shield, and your light in the darkness.
Finally, to Volta Publishing, Grupo Dux, and Elara—thank you for making my dream a reality and helping me turn my words into a beacon of hope for those who need it most.