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Pages
288
Published
2010
Language
English

Synopsis

Carolyn Jessop recounts her harrowing escape from the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (FLDS), a polygamous cult where she was married at a young age to a high-ranking leader. With eight children and nothing else, she broke free from the abusive environment, establishing a new life and sharing her story to help others. Jessop's insights into cultic mind control and religious exploitation offer a powerful look at survival against immense odds, particularly during the 2008 raid on the FLDS Yearning for Zion Ranch.

About the author

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Carolyn Jessop

Carolyn Jessop is the author of the memoir Escape, which details her life inside and eventual departure from the FLDS polygamist sect. Her writing provides a direct account of her experiences with religious extremism and her fight to protect her children.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Triumph based on a true story?

    Carolyn Jessop's memoir recounts her personal experiences escaping the FLDS church and her subsequent legal battles for custody of her children. The events described are drawn directly from her life.

  • Does Triumph have a sequel?

    Carolyn Jessop continued her story in a follow-up memoir titled 'The Program: A Mother's Struggle to Save Her Children from an Ultra-Religious Cult'. This book details her ongoing efforts to protect her children and navigate life after leaving the FLDS.