Out of the Abyss is about a woman who educated herself, survived an abusive and horrific marriage, and due to severe depression after the loss of a loved one, ended up in prison. It is a true story, showing that despite everything she has gone through, the author has managed to climb Out of the Abyss. Barbara Traylor Mazzella is a retired physician. Her motivation in writing the book was to leave a legacy for her children and to help others who have had similar life experiences. This is her first book. Publisher's website: http://sbprabooks.com/BarbaraTraylorMazzella