| Edition |
1st ed. |
| Description |
xv, 270 p., [8] p. of plates : ill. ; 25 cm. |
| Note |
"Jessop shares with readers the sources of the strength that allowed her not only to survive and eventually break free of FLDS mind control, but also to flourish in her new life. The tools of her transformation range from powerful female role models (grandmothers on both sides) to Curves fitness clubs (a secret indulgence that put her in touch with her body) to her college education (rare among FLDS women). With her characteristic honesty and steadfast sense of justice, Jessop shares her strong opinions on such controversial topics as homeschooling and the need for the court system to hold 'deadbeat dads' accountable.... An extraordinary woman who has overcome countless challenges and tragedies in her life, Jessop shows us in this book how, in spite of everything, she has triumphed--and how you can, too, no matter what adversity you face."--Publisher description. |
| Contents |
The raid -- The drama unfolds -- A voice from the past -- A public relations blitz -- In custody -- From bad to worse -- Among the missing -- A spinmaster in the spotlight -- A terrible reversal -- Ms. Jessop goes to Washington -- Indictments and backlash -- A face-off with a former enemy -- Cut and run -- A sea of pastel hostility -- Triumph? -- My personal power source -- Strength in silence -- Staying true to my bedrock beliefs -- A place for peace -- The kindness of a stranger -- The freedom of forgiveness -- An education in education -- Tuning in to self-respect -- The mind-body connection -- Letting love in -- The gift of independence -- My fight for justice -- Keeping hope alive -- The unconditional love of a good man. |
| Subject |
Jessop, Carolyn, 1968-
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Forced marriage -- United States.
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Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
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Polygamy -- United States.
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| Added Author |
Palmer, Laura.
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| ISBN |
9780307590701 |
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0307590704 |
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