A Holocaust survivor whose life began in defiance of a Nazi decree banning Jewish births in Lithuania. After her parents perished in the Holocaust, Elida was adopted by a couple who, despite good intentions, were abusive due to their own unresolved trauma.

The author explores the impact of intergenerational trauma as Elida, after reconnecting with her biological family and moving to America, struggles with guilt, anger, and religious conflict. She seeks peace but faces rejection and societal pressures, ultimately abandoning her own dreams to conform to her family’s expectations. The book highlights the importance of emotional healing and how untreated trauma can prevent personal happiness and fulfillment.