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The book mentioned Mona having many bruises all the time when they lived at Jacob's Hill. Anyone have a clue why except that there may have been abuse going on within the cult?

Anne R I think Mona had a very serious undiagnosed disease. Lee mentioned her aunt Anne who was dying of cancer had similar bruises. The cult did not believe…moreI think Mona had a very serious undiagnosed disease. Lee mentioned her aunt Anne who was dying of cancer had similar bruises. The cult did not believe in seeking medical care.(less)

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