An inspirational love story that tells a story based on one of the most important topics that continue to plague our society today: domestic, emotional, verbal, and physical abuse. The message in the story may help women living in or experiencing abusive situations take steps toward healing. Dorri LaVogue, the main female character suffers abuse at the hands of her husband and fears the retribution of divorce by her strict parents. Finding her faith in love and marriage put to the test, she loses her self-esteem, and her hope of ever trusting the opposite sex again. Throughout the story, all the challenges, twists and turns facing Dorri propels the reader on a journey filled with thrills and surprises. Will Dorri find the nerve to leave her abusive husband? Does she conquer her memories of a marriage gone bad? Is she given another chance at love? Readers are kept guessing and anxious for the rewarding outcome. Learning the power of your self esteem is critical to overcoming the abusive situations. "A Challenge of Love" inspires, entertains, and informs at the same time. Readers are challenged to know and recognize what abuse is, to stop it, and how they may get out of any abusive situation. This story of abuse is loaded with nuggets of wisdom, inspiration, and many challenging moments that bring the power of self-esteem into focus. It has the potential to change your life.