Papa Dearest

Twelve-year-old Anna sobs at the grave of her loving mother. Without a protector, life in a desolate Montana town with her abusive father warps into a nightmare when physical pain and horror compound her sorrow. Papa, a respected church deacon and dependable railroad worker, is a different man behind closed doors. He threatens death if Anna tells the truth. Her plan to escape his violence and build a life for herself turns desperate when she becomes pregnant. Giving birth to his child...
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Twelve-year-old Anna sobs at the grave of her loving mother. Without a protector, life in a desolate Montana town with her abusive father warps into a nightmare when physical pain and horror compound her sorrow. Papa, a respected church deacon and dependable railroad worker, is a different man behind closed doors. He threatens death if Anna tells the truth. Her plan to escape his violence and build a life for herself turns desperate when she becomes pregnant. Giving birth to his child brings more lies and increased abuse, strengthening Anna's resolve to flee with her little girl. How will they escape?Edith, an elderly woman hired by Papa helps Anna learn mothering skills and cares for the baby when Anna returns to school as a seventh grader. The nightmare of motherhood and protecting her little girl strengthens Anna's resolve to flee. Her portrayed resilience and strength may empower other victims to escape abuse and find help to recover from their trauma.