So lyk ’n vrou, Ilse Verster’s heart-rending story about Esli’s life of abuse by a violent husband, shocked and gripped readers in 2022. ’n Vrou staan op is the sequel to the bestseller and tells of the new chapter in Esli’s life. After a gruelling divorce that nearly ruins her financially, Esli travels to Cape Town to gain perspective on a life where she is no longer a victim. Then a miracle happens. She meets someone, and they decide to get married. Finally, the happiness, peace, and safety she has longed for her entire life are within Esli’s reach. But her struggle is far from over. Ilse shares her experiences of the dos and don’ts in the process of healing.