Behind Blue Curtains
A True Crime Memoir of an Amish Woman's Survival, Escape, and Pursuit of Justice
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- Ljr nh
- 03-19-24
Eye opening account of a closed society
The writing is very good. The story is heart wrenching and exposes the abuse behind the curtain. Tragic account of an Amish girl turned triumphant brave woman who loves the truth.
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- MLL
- 03-03-24
Stunning and disturbing
This is a shocking true account of "acceptable" behavior in the Amish community and if it can happen there, it certainly happens everywhere. This is not a one-off story and I fear it happens commonly, especially in communities where women are subservient. This book is disturbing in that it details how children suffer in silence and how something has to be done to protect the innocence of these girls. It is frustrating that this all goes on and the rapists are protected by the church, somehow blaming God for the actions of pedophiles.
While I am not typically a fan of virtual voice, it was tolerable for the most part. I am sure some of the words were mispronounced but the story is so compelling that it is not a reason to skip this read.
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- Linda Cozee
- 07-08-24
Leave, go back, leave , go back???
I struggle with the long term of this when author was removed from situation but went back again and again
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- Mom of teens
- 04-13-24
No more AI voices
AI performance was awful. The book is incredible and I love the story, but the AI voice ruined it. It don’t do the book justice.
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- Anonymous User
- 04-30-24
AMISH MEN, ASK FOR FORGIVENESS!
Even though the voice was AI, I enjoyed the narration. it was soothing and comforting. It probably wouldn't work for a crime novel with murder and mayhem, and such, but it was very believable as an Amish woman.
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- Aygee Khay
- 02-20-24
Not a fan of AI narration
This true exposure of what goes on in the Amish community is quite the eye opener! Well written, no holds barred exposé that needed to be told. The narration however, was stiff and mechanical due to the use of technically generated voice. Pronunciations were stiff and awkward, with strange pauses in places.
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- Jane M.
- 03-31-24
Riviting. Heartbreaking yet inspiring story of resilience.
Loved the story although heartbreaking. This woman has a strong story to tell and it’s gut wrenching . You will be inspired by hr resilience.
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- Maryanne Mulcahey
- 04-17-24
Hard to listen to AI voice and still concentrate on the book.
Love the content and writing style, but I would have enjoyed the book more if it was read by a human.
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- Sledge
- 05-08-24
Good
I have so many questions as I feel like some stuff was left out, but overall good book
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- K P
- 08-25-24
Compelling, Author’s bravery is inspiring
Despite the automated voice, I was moved by this story and appreciate the awareness I have gained on the Amish community (good and bad). I have been motivated to seek out other survivor stories and to spread awareness after hearing the authors story.
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