Michael Anthony Gagliardi was born into a family plagued by a terrifying demonically possessed mother. Throughout his childhood and teenage years, from the mid 70s to the mid 80s, Michael lived through a nightmare of constant fear, anger, and abuse at the hands of his mother. Despite the challenges he faced, Michael persevered, displaying incredible bravery and determination in the face of unimaginable terror. This is the true story of a young boy's incredible survival against all odds in a small northern town in Ontario, Canada. The story is a testament to the power of the human spirit, as Michael overcomes seemingly insurmountable obstacles to reclaim his life and emerge from the shadows of a traumatic childhood. With each step of the way, he proves that even in the darkest of moments, there is always hope.