A Story of tragedy, triumph and the strength of one woman's spirit in the face of adversity. A haunting memoir of one woman's survival of childhood abuse and neglect. After All ... is an inspiring story of how faith and a grandmother's unconditional love gave young Maria the strength to survive a loveless home and, incredibly, showed her the path to forgiveness. The memoir traces her journey from poverty in rural Portugal to a full and happy life in Canada. After All ... is an inspiration of perseverance, courage and forgiveness.