SHE NEVER THOUGHT IT COULD HAPPEN TO HER– UNTIL IT DID.

Chloe once believed abuse was something that happened to “other people.” She thought she could spot the warning signs, walk away if things ever got bad, and never fall for the wrong man. But when Travis entered her life—charming, attentive, and everything she thought she needed—Chloe found herself trapped in a cycle of pain, hope, and heartbreak she couldn’t escape.

Guided by the wisdom of Dr. Grace and the support of newfound friends, Chloe confronts her deepest wounds, unravels the psychological chains of trauma bonding, and faces the hardest truth of all: healing begins with choosing herself.

This groundbreaking blend of novel and workbook shines a compassionate light on the complexities of abuse that go far beyond bruises, using the fictional depiction of Dr. Grace’s book, Hey, Beautiful! Who Is the Beast in Your Life? It uniquely features a book within a book. With raw authenticity, practical tools, and a message of hope, Bonded with the Captor encourages every reader to recognize their own strength, break free from the chains of their “Beast,” and reclaim the life they deserve. Perfect for anyone who has ever doubted their worth, struggled to leave a toxic relationship, or needed a reminder that true healing is possible—this is more than a story. It’s a lifeline.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Bola Durotoye, a registered and qualified Counsellor with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), is a passionate counsellor, group facilitator, and mentor, dedicated to supporting victims of domestic abuse and empowering youth. With two decades of experience and a background in Social Policy, she inspires transformation, fosters wellbeing, and creates lasting change through education, awareness, and empathetic guidance.