Meena Kandasamy’s semi-autobiographical novel, When I Hit You, offers a poignant account of her harrowing past marital life, marred by intimate partner violence (IPV) at the hands of her husband. Kandasamy’s narrative delves into the devastating effects of domestic violence on the human psyche while also portraying the protagonist’s journey towards resilience. The paper explores the complex interplay between trauma, memory, resistance, and resilience portrayed in Kandasamy’s narrative. Through an in-depth analysis of the novel, this study seeks to unravel how the protagonist’s traumatic experiences shape her memories and perceptions. Kandasamy’s portrayal of domestic abuse confronts the stark reality of how such violence can ensnare individuals within oppressive relationships, leaving them vulnerable to victimization and manipulation. Central to the protagonist’s journey towards empowerment is her act of writing. Writing serves as a powerful means of resistance and self-expression for the protagonist, enabling her to reclaim her voice and agency in the face of silencing abuse. The paper explores how the act of writing becomes an essential tool of resistance and resilience through which she processes her trauma, negotiates her identity as a survivor, and how that empowers her to confront her past and gradually break free from the chains of victimization. Utilizing trauma studies, feminist theory, and narrative psychology, the researcher explores the complexities of the protagonist’s experiences and the socio-cultural factors that contribute to her journey. By utilizing Kandasamy’s work as a lens, this research aims to shed light on the significance of narratives that document the often-silenced experiences of survivors and their journey towards resilience.