Scars of the Heart

Adrian Templeton, scarred physically and emotionally, craves to live a normal life away from his domineering and somewhat hateful mother. After accepting a job offer, he meets Ellen Gerber, a woman with considerable years age difference. Can Adrian and Ellen rise above judgmental people and society's criticism to live a fulfilled and happy life together  Will ending it all be the answer or will Ellen find a way to track Adrian down after his disappearance.