An inspirational account of a woman who was raped at sixteen but overcame her fears by using that experience to gain strength in facing life’s adversities and determination to succeed in the business arena.

As managing director of one of the largest manufacturing pyrotechnic companies in the world, Karen Haddon shares some remarkable stories about how she managed, in times of real hardship, to rise to the challenges of a male dominated industry and achieve genuine success in both her professional and private life.

From raising her baby daughter alone and fighting a two year international court battle, to saving the family business from being repossessed, this book gives a real insight into relationship issues.

She demonstrates how it’s possible for women, through sheer willpower and fortitude, to manage their everyday lives whether they run a corporation or the family home.