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Sign the guestbookFrom: Christa (United States)
Posted: February 5, 2012
I had only heard of the Children of God in passing until the day a friend of mine at work told me about her childhood. She told me that she had been raised in the cult but she wouldn't talk about any details. I just want you to know that she is now working to help abused and neglected children, children that she says have gone through some of the same things she did. You three are courageous and give hope that there is something better in the future. Thank you for being so brave.From: Briony (Australia)
Posted: December 23, 2011
Hopefully your courage and determination will continue to benefit your truly precious lives. I have just read your book in one day, as I could not put it down. I have deep respect for your commitment to truth and to others. You are remarkable women. I only hope for the three of you that there is increasing times of emotional peace, and rest for your hearts, as you grow, adjust and mature. Blessings, and thank you for blessing your readers, BxFrom: Kim (United States)
Posted: October 2, 2011
I can not believe the torture that you girls went through. You are very strong, amazing women that deserve a wonderful future. My heart goes out to you and all the people still in this "cult" that face these horrible actions on a daily basis. Good luck in your future evdevours. From: Diane (United States)
Posted: September 29, 2011
My son-in-law was a Jesus Baby and has so many questions now. He didn't find out that his "mother" wasn't his birth mother until recently. He was given to Melanie and Doug to raise in the cult. He was born in Italy, then moved to Ireland. Then when he was 11, they got out and gave him up to Doug's parents to raise. He is now in his mid-thirties.
Is there any way to find out who his real mother was and what happened back then?
I am ordering your book to get more insight.From: Lara (Australia)
Posted: September 18, 2011
I have almost finished your book. I think it was amazing how you three girls survived from the horrible experiences you faced. And I think you where all brave to stand up and speak out to try and prevent it from happening to other people especially young children. From: Leenette Joseph (Puerto Rico)
Posted: August 9, 2011
I couldn't put the book down once I started reading. I'm amazed of these sister's survival. I have a three year old daughter and I couldn't imagine her going through half of what these girls went through. God bless them and their future journeys.From: Krisi (United States)
Posted: July 11, 2011
I wrote already in another spot on this site. I hope my words find you; I guess if we are meant to connect, we will. Thank you.From: beth (United States)
Posted: June 30, 2011
I was so touched by your book. I grew up in a very restrictive religion, and reading this book made me think about some of the "teachings" I received as a child and have been questioning for years as an adult. I've been saying for years that any religion can become a cult. Reading this book brought so much clarity by making me examine myself more closely! Thank you for sharing!From: Jessica (United States)
Posted: June 13, 2011
Hi. My name is jessica. I'm 23 and absolutley loved your book. Now I wasn't raised in a cult but I went through alot of the same things. such as abomdonment, mental, physical and sexual abuse. It nice to know that there were others that go through the same thing and yet they don't let what happened to them hold them back from pursuing what you want to do. Keep up the amazing work! Thank you From: Jacqueline Amrein (New Zealand)
Posted: June 24, 2009
I am 17 years old and read this book, it has made me realise how persuasive and evil some people can be. I hated reading the book as it was so true and horrible. At the same time I couldn\'t put it down as it was so interesting and I really wanted to know what happened to you in the end. I encourage everyone to read this book as it is a real eye opener. I am now so appreciative of how happy my life is and grateful that I am not forced to do ANYTHING! It is all in my own will.From: bianca (Australia)
Posted: June 24, 2009
i am 17 years old and when my boyfriends uncle gave me the book to read i just could not believe what i was reading i am sorry for what has happend but i thank you because you made me relise that my life is not as horrible as i think or make it out to be and i hope that you all have a great rest of your life with no problems and that the people still in the cult get out From: stephanie (United Kingdom)
Posted: May 27, 2009
what courage you have i cant put into words how overwhelming it has been to read your story. you are an inspiration good luck to you all for the future xxFrom: Sandra (Canada)
Posted: April 23, 2009
Wow! I don't even know what to say except that the courage you have demonstrated is above and beyond anything I have ever heard of. I cannot believe how petty the things I consider difficult are really compared to what you have lived with and also the daily struggle you must face. I wish you all the very best in your future and success. Know that I will think of you for the rest of my life and I send you nothing but good wishes to you and your real families.From: steve evans (United States)
Posted: March 21, 2009
Thank you for your courage to tell the truth in the face of such massive lies and frauds. your book makes me so sad. I was saved in 1973 and wanted to join the COGs, but lucky for me I joined another cult first. It was wonderful at first, then turned abusive, but nothing like what I would have suffered if I had found what I was looking for. I wish I could talk with you sometime but I'm closer in age to your Dad than to you. He makes me most sad, and so easily I could have been like him. From: paula (United Kingdom)
Posted: January 19, 2009
iv just bin on the familys web site just out ov cureiosty and they still think what they do is ok ,they realy no the art ov brain washing.
i read your book some time ago i have read probably every book there is on abuse but yours realy touched me, and i am realy proud you have all done good out off someting so bad and i wish you and ur familys all the happiness in the world you truely deserve it take care and may the angels be with you always xxxFrom: Belinda (Australia)
Posted: January 18, 2009
Thank you for sharing your lives and experiences. I couldn't get off the couch for two days reading as I wanted it to get better for all of you.
From: natasha (Australia)
Posted: January 4, 2009
i have just finished reading ur book and am truly disgusted in what they did to u. being a mother myself i cant even comprehend what they did. these people were put in a place of trust by all the children and they abused this by what they did. you girls are true survivors and my heart goes out to you for everything that you endured. my heart also goes out to your mother and the families that lost their families to this so called christian community. all i can say is good luck girls u deserve it.From: Debbee (Australia)
Posted: January 1, 2009
Hi Celeste, Kristina Julianna, I have just finished reading ur book & i wanted to say thank u for opening the worlds eyes, up 2 cults especially this 1. u 3 are the bravest women i've ever read about. there were times while reading i had to stop 4 fear of being physically ill & other times i could not see the words in front of me from the tears streaming down my face, what an emotional rollercoaster this book puts u on, which is nothing in comparison 2 what u endured.
blessed be From: Nghi Huynh (Australia)
Posted: December 26, 2008
Dear Celeste, Juliana, and Kristina,
I have just finished reading your book. Although I think my 18-year-old male mind probably can't even process the extremities of your lives... I feel extremely moved by reading about them. I won't be arrogant. I won't try to tell you or explain to you how I can relate to how you felt - because I think that no matter how horrible and depressed I felt just reading about your life, that it was even close to reality. Your cause is true.
Full of love
Merry XmasFrom: Josée Malette (Canada)
Posted: December 18, 2008
I just finished reading your book and was deeply disturbed by the realities of your childhoods. I feel saddened by your story and all you had to endure. I know for a fact that some things can never be forgotten and one must live with the scars of the past. The three of you are beautiful, couragous and strong women. You set an example that all is possible when you believe. Continue to grow and to share your story, you are truely an inspiration. May you remember, "The truth will set you free".!!!
