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Uncultured: A Memoir

Name: Uncultured: A Memoir
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Book Synopsis: "A painful and propulsive memoir delivered in the honest tones of a woman who didn’t always think she’d live to tell her story." —The New York Times
A Buzzfeed Best Book of September

In the vein of Educated and The Glass Castle, Daniella Mestyanek Young's Uncultured is more than a memoir about an exceptional upbringing, but about a woman who, no matter the lack of tools given to her, is determined to overcome.

Behind the tall, foreboding gates of a commune in Brazil, Daniella Mestyanek Young was raised in the religious cult The Children of God, also known as The Family, as the daughter of high-ranking members. Her great-grandmother donated land for one of The Family’s first communes in Texas. Her mother, at thirteen, was forced to marry the leader and served as his secretary for many years. Beholden to The Family’s strict rules, Daniella suffers physical, emotional, and sexual abuse—masked as godly discipline and divine love—and is forbidden from getting a traditional education.

At fifteen years old, fed up with The Family and determined to build a better and freer life for herself, Daniella escapes to Texas. There, she bravely enrolls herself in high school and excels, later graduating as valedictorian of her college class, then electing to join the military to begin a career as an intelligence officer, where she believes she will finally belong. But she soon learns that her new world—surrounded by men on the sands of Afghanistan—looks remarkably similar to the one she desperately tried to leave behind.

Told in a beautiful, propulsive voice and with clear-eyed honesty, Uncultured explores the dangers unleashed when harmful group mentality goes unrecognized, and is emblematic of the many ways women have to contort themselves to survive.

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Are you ready for a gripping memoir that will leave you spellbound? Look no further than "Uncultured: A Memoir" by Daniella Mestyanek Young. This poignant and powerful book has been hailed as a remarkable piece of literature, drawing comparisons to bestsellers such as "Educated" and "The Glass Castle." Get ready to be captivated by the courageous journey of a woman who refused to let her upbringing define her.

Step into the world of Daniella Mestyanek Young as she shares her raw and unvarnished story. Born into the religious cult known as The Children of God, she endured a childhood filled with physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. However, in the face of unimaginable challenges, she refused to let her circumstances break her spirit.

Daniella's escape from the commune marks the beginning of her journey towards a better life. Against all odds, she makes the decision to pursue a traditional education, defying The Family's strict rules. Witness her resilience as she not only excels in high school but also graduates as valedictorian of her college class.

But the battle doesn't end there. Join Daniella as she embarks on a career in the military as an intelligence officer. As she navigates the challenging sands of Afghanistan, she soon realizes that her newfound world bears an uncanny resemblance to the one she fought so hard to escape.

"Uncultured" is a testament to the strength and fortitude of women faced with adversity. This book sheds light on the dangers of harmful group mentalities and serves as a reminder of the lengths women go to survive. Don't miss out on this extraordinary memoir that will leave you inspired and moved.

Ready to embark on this incredible journey? Grab your copy of "Uncultured: A Memoir" today and discover the indomitable spirit of Daniella Mestyanek Young. Click here to get your hands on this must-read book.

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