Mary is a victim of a horrible crime, but nobody knows of the injustice she faces on a daily basis. Gabrielle is loved by everyone. He looks like butter wouldn’t melt in his mouth. He has that natural charm and quick firing mind. People want to be his friend. Nobody has seen his true face. Nobody is aware of the monster he becomes and the terrible things he does to his wife. Mary is at her breaking point. Years of abuse have driven her to the edge. Something has to be done for the sake of her children. She has to make a decision. Does she run? Does she fight back when his guard is dropped? Or does she take her own life? Freedom is a character driven short story about courage, self-worth and self-belief.