Joyce GreerThe author is a retired police detective. During her career in law enforcement, she was one of a handful of investigators that worked under VAWA-Violence Against Women Act. The new law gave offenders stiff sentences and provided advocates for victimswho were in fear of their abuser. She grew up in a dysfunctional family inundated with physical violence, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, drug, alcohol and gambling addictions. She has made domestic violence her life's work not only as her career but also in her retirement. Her violent childhood caused her to be predisposed to Intimate Partner Violence she endured for years that almost took her life. Her faith in God and therapy allowed her to complete her Master's degree in Family Counseling and provided her with the right tools to fight back and live a peaceful, fulfilling life. She has created a blog to mentor, discuss and advocate others. Read More Read Less