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336: What if you escaped a polygamous cult?

This Is Actually Happening

CHAPTER

Within the Shadows of Polygamy

This chapter explores the intricate family dynamics and challenges that arise within a polygamous background, particularly focusing on a father’s courtship with Velma amidst opposition from her family. It recounts the impact of polygamous traditions on their marriage, including the father's quest for affection elsewhere when Velma struggles to have children. The narrative also reveals the broader implications of life within the LeBaron cult, including the manipulation of its members and the pervasive fear of blood atonement.

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