Follow Lyra Summers as she goes through the ups and downs of life. After her mother's death; Lyra's father, overcome by grief over the loss of his wife begins to drink and become abusive towards her. He takes his anger and sadness out on her. Lyra becomes depressed as the days go by, and finally she's had enough. What will happen? Will Lyra get help? Can her friends help her? !!!Major descriptions of violence. !!!