A searing tale of a child of a cult whose raison d'être is to love God and hate everyone else outside. It resonated with me because I also was raised in an ultra orthodox faith where fear of transgression was a constant threat. After a great struggle I escaped to drama school and acting set me free. The author of this fine book also broke free and found some peace in marriage and family but remains haunted by her past. A powerful illustration as to where blind faith leads.
(David Graham - bwl 95 Winter 2020 ) |
