Favorite Wife

In "Favorite Wife," Susan Ray Schmidt recounts her harrowing experience as a child-bride and sixth wife of Verlan LeBaron, a leader in a rogue Mormon cult embroiled in a violent family feud that lasted from 1972 to 1988. The narrative explores her life within this oppressive environment, detailing her ultimate escape with her children and the difficult choices she made to reclaim their dignity. Through her powerful and eloquent storytelling, Schmidt offers a rare glimpse into a hidden world, highlighting themes of resilience and the complexities of personal freedom.