I'm not a very religious person, and I've always believed that religion and politics are the two main evils of this world, but don't get me wrong when I say this because it's not religious belief I have a problem with, it is the abuse of power by the flesh and blood prophets that makes it a dangerous weapon. Lindsey's book just solidifies by ideas.



This book was an eye-opening, though-provoking, and quite terrifying take on how religion, along with a few other factors in society can make us the v

I'm not a very religious person, and I've always believed that religion and politics are the two main evils of this world, but don't get me wrong when I say this because it's not religious belief I have a problem with, it is the abuse of power by the flesh and blood prophets that makes it a dangerous weapon. Lindsey's book just solidifies by ideas.



This book was an eye-opening, though-provoking, and quite terrifying take on how religion, along with a few other factors in society can make us the victims of mind control and manipulation. What was so fascinating was that she has lived through the horrors, therefore is able to give first account to the atrocities that come from living a cult-like existence under the thumb of the LDS. She also incorporated many references from other sources, therefore it can't be made into a game of "It's her word against ours".



Now, even though I am not religious that does not mean I don't believe, and I may not attend church but I have always seen them as a place of safety, a place to go to find peace, love, and acceptance without judgement. It is also a place to go to have your sins forgiven. This book, however, tells of something dark and sinister. The use of all that I have listed prior as a means to control a person. The only question is why? It seems atrocious and preposterous that human beings can take something so powerful, so beautiful, and turn it into something so ugly. To remove all control from a person and destroy their freewill, it is a gross injustice.



Again, this just defines and solidifies the very reason I do not put too much faith in the church and those who preach. I believe what I do, and The Lord above knows me and where my heart is and how pure my soul is, and I turn to him in times of need and times of thanks, and times of hope and acceptance. But I do not need another human being with a God-complex to tell me how to behave, how to speak, what to wear, all the while instilling in me the fear of what will happen should I not comply.



This does not mean that all churches or religious sects are evil. Lindsey merely states facts about the LDS, whilst giving even more fascinating facts and dispelling some myths about cults in general. I think this book is a great read whether you're religious or not, whether you're looking to make a change or trying to find a way out. It stirred something in me and I'm sure each and every reader will find it enlightening. It may even be your saving grace.