The Reconstruction of Kit
A Memoir of Abuse and Forgiveness
By Kathleen Ambrosia Gatlin
From Brokenness to Redemption
Known from the beginning as Kit to her family, Kathleen was rejected by her mother from birth, and endured years of emotional and physical abuse at the hands of her mother. Seeking escape, she spiraled into a life of reckless choices, drug abuse, and a prison sentence for drug smuggling. But her story didn’t end in darkness. Through resilience, faith, and self-reflection, she reconstructed her life from the wreckage of her past. In forgiving the mother who had caused her so much pain, she discovered true healing and peace.
Raw, gripping, and deeply inspiring, this memoir is a testament to the power of redemption and the strength to rebuild even the most broken life.
About Kathleen
Kathleen Gatlin is a courageous storyteller and survivor whose life journey has taken many unexpected turns. In her deeply personal memoir, Kathleen recounts the hardships she endured as a child, facing emotional and physical abuse at the hands of her mother. Her path took her through many dark times, including a period spent in prison for drug smuggling. Yet, her story does not end there. Through resilience, self-reflection, and faith, Kathleen found redemption and a new sense of purpose. Central to her healing journey was the act of forgiving her mother, a process that allowed her to release years of pain and find inner peace. Her discovery of God transformed her life, guiding her from despair to hope and healing. Today, Kathleen shares her story to encourage others on their own journeys of recovery, faith, and forgiveness.