Broken: A Story of Being Shattered and Putting the Pieces Back Together

Growing up in Fairbanks, Alaska, with a single mom, Kierst faced many complex challenges. Money was scarce, and life was lonely and confusing for her as a child. She experiences sexual abuse from close family members and is left to understand and process her feelings alone. As Kierst gets older, the confusion escalates and turns to unhealthy coping mechanisms.

Kierst finds herself struggling with school, depression, and abusing alcohol and drugs. Soon, things take a dramatic turn, and suici...