Out of Faith

A Mother, A Sect, And a Journey to Freedom

De: Maria Compton

Narrado por: Deryn Edwards

AS SEEN IN THE TIMES

Maria Compton was born and raised in the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church. Encouraged to keep her distance from outsiders, she grew up in a world of Church meetings, banishments and with the fear that the end of the world - known as the Rapture - was nigh. When she was still in her late teens, she married a man she barely knew. To those around her she lived the perfect life; dutiful wife, loving mother, devout Brethren woman. But underneath the surface, this life was far from perfect.

Plagued by spiritual doubts, stuck in an abusive marriage and with her mental health in severe decline, Maria came to realise that she simply could not go on. And so, although knowing everything it would cost, she did the unthinkable: she left her church. Despite her attempts to stay in touch, Maria is no longer seen by her family, her friends or even her own children. But whilst she continues to grieve for everything she has lost, she holds fast to what she has gained: her liberty and her hope for the future.

Out of Faith is testament to the strength of the human spirit even in the darkest of times, and an incredible story exposing the tangled ties between family, faith and freedom.©2024 Maria Compton (P)2024 Bonnier Books UK

Exceptional insight into Plymouth Brethren life.

What an incredibly strong and courageous woman. I very much hope your book finds its way to your children and grandchildren. Your love for them is so evident. I have listened to your story in 24 hours and am so pleased you chose to write it.