Chapter 18 The Women Who Rise .

It started with one letter.

A handwritten note left at the front desk of the bookstore, addressed only to "Elena Carter.".

The handwriting was neat. Careful. Almost too careful.

When I opened it, the words inside were simple.

Your story gave me the courage to leave. Thank you for surviving so that I knew I could, too.

There was no name. N

            
            

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