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Manhattan Cult Story: My Unbelievable True Story of Sex, Crimes, Chaos, and Survival by Spencer Schneider
2 reviews
avidreaderandgeekgirl's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
An inside look into the Manhattan cult you've probably never heard of, full of the rich and powerful.
It's always interesting to hear from an ex-cult member about the cult they were in. I thought this was fairly well written. I'm glad it’s told in a chronological, linear fashion. The cult sounds and was described as like being with an abusive partner, and I'd say that's correct, lots of emotional abuse and gaslighting.
I've only ever heard one podcast cover this cult, which is surprising. Since most cults have a lot of coverage. I hate to say it but I'm glad that one of the cult leaders died recently. Even if it unfortunately didn't end the cult. It sounds like the cult started to control people financially first.
Overall, interesting, and very informative. Though the perspective is obviously one-sided.
Extra ratings: Fluff- NA Heartfelt- 3/5 Helpful-NA Horror- NA Inspiration-1/5 Love- NA Mystery-NA Predictability- NA Spice- NA Suspense- NA Tear 3/5 Thrill- NA Humor- NA
It's always interesting to hear from an ex-cult member about the cult they were in. I thought this was fairly well written. I'm glad it’s told in a chronological, linear fashion. The cult sounds and was described as like being with an abusive partner, and I'd say that's correct, lots of emotional abuse and gaslighting.
I've only ever heard one podcast cover this cult, which is surprising. Since most cults have a lot of coverage. I hate to say it but I'm glad that one of the cult leaders died recently. Even if it unfortunately didn't end the cult. It sounds like the cult started to control people financially first.
Overall, interesting, and very informative. Though the perspective is obviously one-sided.
Extra ratings: Fluff- NA Heartfelt- 3/5 Helpful-NA Horror- NA Inspiration-1/5 Love- NA Mystery-NA Predictability- NA Spice- NA Suspense- NA Tear 3/5 Thrill- NA Humor- NA
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Body shaming, Bullying, Cursing, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Infidelity, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, and Classism
Moderate: Blood, Vomit, Grief, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Blood
rhiannonafternoon's review against another edition
challenging
tense
fast-paced
5.0
After having read a few cult-focused books recently, I find that the control above all else is the fuel to the leaders fire. This book exemplifies the control that this cult held over its followers, who wouldn’t be considered to be the typical kind of person to join a cult - this is more NXVIM level which to some degree is worse.
I’m glad the authors of these experiences are able to get out and reclaim their lives, but I am bummed that it had to happen at all.
I’m glad the authors of these experiences are able to get out and reclaim their lives, but I am bummed that it had to happen at all.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Homophobia, Misogyny, Pedophilia, Racism, Rape, Sexism, Suicidal thoughts, Xenophobia, Pregnancy, and Gaslighting