This book is really autobiography with a few cameo roles. Nevertheless, McCammon’s history is captivating and well told.

[McCammon] capably describes the fear and shame that trammeled her for years.

A much-needed look at evangelicalism from a perspective that’s both investigative and personal. It offers intriguing, compelling insight with expert reporting..

McCammon renders exvangelicals’ search for life after evangelicalism with sensitivity, showing the difficult balance of gaining self-acceptance and a broader understanding of the world while often losing the comfort of families and worship.

Informative, thought-provoking, and enlightening..

Insightful.

This fascinating and enlightening aspect of the consequences of a fundamentalist upbringing is only now beginning to be thoroughly explored, and McCammon’s poignant book serves as a launchpad to learn more..

Clear-eyed.