(Bonus Episode) Sex Cult Nun :Breaking Away from the Children of God , A Wild Radical Religious Cult by Faith Jones

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Children of God, by Faith Jones, is a gripping and unflinching examination of one of the most extreme and controversial religious movements of the twentieth century, blending investigative rigor with deeply personal insight. Named a Most Anticipated Book by People, Time, USA Today, and others, the book explores how idealism, charisma, and spiritual longing gave rise to a movement that evolved into systemic abuse, control, and exploitation. Drawing on her own experiences growing up inside the cult, Jones exposes the psychological mechanisms that sustained it, the lasting trauma endured by survivors, and the broader cultural conditions that allowed it to flourish. With clarity and courage, Children of God confronts the human cost of unchecked authority and blind faith, offering a vital contribution to conversations about belief, power, and recovery. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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