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kimball_hansen's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. I chuckled at the part where the people from Crick were referred to as "Crickers" like Aunt Donna says.
Her mom said the husband is supposed to teach about having a baby.
I think that the reason God commanded the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints to stop practicing plural marriage wasn't because of the US laws and being "afraid" of them like many nay-sayers believe. It's because of the offshoot churches like the FLDS making an abomination and disgrace of it all.
I wonder how many girls felt like she did after getting married.
I don't know why she says she loves her mom so much. All that she wrote about her was negative and not loving.
I didn't know that Warren denied being the prophet and said he was deceived. [b:Breaking Free: How I Escaped My Father-Warren Jeffs-Polygamy, and the FLDS Cult|34217597|Breaking Free How I Escaped My Father-Warren Jeffs-Polygamy, and the FLDS Cult|Rachel Jeffs|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1498607251l/34217597._SY75_.jpg|55268473] took place after and it said he had a strong hold on the church well after he was sent to prison. I'm glad this one has details of the legal stuff. Speaking of which, I hate the kinds of lawyers that defend obvious guilty people like Warren. They should share in some of the conviction and retribution.
Her mom said the husband is supposed to teach about having a baby.
I think that the reason God commanded the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints to stop practicing plural marriage wasn't because of the US laws and being "afraid" of them like many nay-sayers believe. It's because of the offshoot churches like the FLDS making an abomination and disgrace of it all.
I wonder how many girls felt like she did after getting married.
I don't know why she says she loves her mom so much. All that she wrote about her was negative and not loving.
I didn't know that Warren denied being the prophet and said he was deceived. [b:Breaking Free: How I Escaped My Father-Warren Jeffs-Polygamy, and the FLDS Cult|34217597|Breaking Free How I Escaped My Father-Warren Jeffs-Polygamy, and the FLDS Cult|Rachel Jeffs|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1498607251l/34217597._SY75_.jpg|55268473] took place after and it said he had a strong hold on the church well after he was sent to prison. I'm glad this one has details of the legal stuff. Speaking of which, I hate the kinds of lawyers that defend obvious guilty people like Warren. They should share in some of the conviction and retribution.
katietopp's review
3.0
I love a memoir about an ex-cult member. But this one didn't hit me the right way. I think it's because I have heard Wall family's story before. It was a bit longer than it needed to be.
jeslyncat's review
5.0
one of the best memoirs of the FLDS I've ever read (and I've read about a dozen). This is a real life, these are real experiences.
The best thing about this book is that [a:Elissa Wall|1169791|Elissa Wall|http://www.goodreads.com/assets/nophoto/nophoto-U-50x66.jpg] has found happiness and let go of the anger and bitterness towards her childhood. The fact that she let those things out before writing this book is one of the main things that makes it stand out, it makes it more raw and a lot better to read.
The best thing about this book is that [a:Elissa Wall|1169791|Elissa Wall|http://www.goodreads.com/assets/nophoto/nophoto-U-50x66.jpg] has found happiness and let go of the anger and bitterness towards her childhood. The fact that she let those things out before writing this book is one of the main things that makes it stand out, it makes it more raw and a lot better to read.
24marsha's review
3.0
Hard to believe how brainwashed the women living in the FLDS sect seem to be. I the reading I have done about this way of life I am always surprised at how mean the women can be to each other. It is sad. It shows so much strength and courage to be able to leave all your family behind and walk away from the abuse that these women are taught is normal.
jkn303's review
3.0
Pretty good book, but feels a little incomplete - the author just glosses over certain things and you know there is more to the story. I listened to the audio and the reader has a tragic voice going practically the whole time even when topics are relatively mundane. Not the book's fault but very irritating.
mtbc's review
5.0
It's hard to pull yourself away from this story. An intriguing look inside the sect, yet a different perspective than that of the book Escape.
mamap's review
2.0
I was curious. I don't really like books like this - as they justify behavior and think they understand the motives of others.
Still, I learned - it reinforced my belief that polygamy is about power and control.
And it's another system that's not sustainable - who needs 75 wives?
Still, I learned - it reinforced my belief that polygamy is about power and control.
And it's another system that's not sustainable - who needs 75 wives?
bmpicc's review
4.0
After reading 'The Witness Wore Red', I had to find out more about the little sister. There were a few things I glossed over, but it is still an interesting story. I am so happy these ladies found their way out. I hope their family members that are still "in" are safe and at peace with their decision. I can't imagine being split up from my family. Neither by choice, or force. I would, without a doubt, put up a fight!
freigruber's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage, Rape, Suicide, Sexual violence, Religious bigotry, Body shaming, Kidnapping, Misogyny, Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Incest, Pedophilia, Pregnancy, Suicide attempt, Physical abuse, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Domestic abuse, Mental illness, Slavery, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, and Sexual harassment