Jenna Miscavige Hill, niece of Church of Scientology leader David Miscavige, was raised as a Scientologist but left the controversial religion in 2005. In Beyond Belief, she shares her true story of life inside the upper ranks of the sect, details her experiences as a member Sea Org—the church’s highest ministry, speaks of her “disconnection” from family outside of the organization, and tells the … the story of her ultimate escape.
In this tell-all memoir, complete with family photographs from her time in the Church, Jenna Miscavige Hill, a prominent critic of Scientology who now helps others leave the organization, offers an insider’s profile of the beliefs, rituals, and secrets of the religion that has captured the fascination of millions, including some of Hollywood’s brightest stars such as Tom Cruise and John Travolta.
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Tragic and Disturbing True Story.
A review of the Church of Scientology. An eye opener
subject matter very informative and unbelievable, but true.
Informative but dry.
Very informative about a corruption filled sect that calls itself a religion.
A wonderful testimony to the strength of the human spirit and the universal experience of being human. It breaks down some of the barriers we have built in our own perceptions regarding different religions and the cultures of people with whom our people group might or might not have animosity towards. It was beautiful, inspiring and informative.
I found this book very disturbing. I knew nothing about the Church of Scientology and this book was an excellent resource for learning about this particular belief system. I think it’s a travesty that anyone would actually call this belief system a religion as it has nothing to do with God and everything to do with mind control. Three cheers for …
Everyone should read this book. This cult is damaging people and certainly shouldn’t be tax exempt!!
A powerful memoir
I am not quite finished with this book but it is a tremendous read. I had heard much about Scientology but wondered how much was true. This gal knows what she is talking about. She grew up in it. I cannot believe how these children were treated and how much they keep the family separated. It is definitely not for me but I am really …
Unbelievable story. The author shows a lot of courage to tell her story. Couldn’t put it down.
It was an interesting book and gave some insight to Scientology.
So informative about Scientology. It is an insider’s view into this cult. I was stunned and horrified about what goes on in this “church”. Everyone should read this book.
So very sorry that Jenna was born into and lived her young life in such a lie. Because of this, she has rejected true salvation in Christ alone who loves her deeply.
Very impressed with the writing, great characters and a twist at every turn.
This book was an eye opener not only to knowledge about Scientology but to the lengths someone in power can go to to get the results desired. The book was very interesting, but shocking. I feel it’s well written, though the editing could have been better. Even so, I gave it 5 stars, I felt it that good.
Very informative and detail oriented.
WOW! Just wow. I had no idea the things they went thru. A gripping personal account of this child’s stollen childhood and so informative. Eye opening. A bit repetitive at times, but truly worth the read. Prepare to be stunned!
Great book! A fascinating (and sometimes heartbreaking) window into the inner workings of scientology. I couldn’t put it down.
Very interesting look into a religion not normally talked about, especially coming from the point of view of someone who grew up in it.