A review by avidreaderandgeekgirl
Manhattan Cult Story: My Unbelievable True Story of Sex, Crimes, Chaos, and Survival by Spencer Schneider
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: Homophobia, Drug use, Gaslighting, Emotional abuse, Body shaming, Ableism, Toxic friendship, Infidelity, Death of parent, Cursing, Classism, and Bullying
Moderate: Vomit, Injury/Injury detail, Blood, and Grief
Minor: Blood