Ruby & Jodi

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She was the picture-perfect mom. She was the trusted counselor. Together, they built an empire on obedience-until one starving child escaped, and the world saw the truth.

In a quiet Utah neighborhood, a young boy knocked on a stranger's door with duct tape around his wrists and open wounds across his arms. That knock shattered the illusion. Ruby Franke, a beloved family vlogger, and Jodi Hildebrandt, a so-called therapist and spiritual mentor, were hiding a chilling secret behind scripture and smiles: a system of abuse disguised as parenting, built on shame, starvation, and psychological control.

This gripping true-crime account exposes the horrifying reality behind the viral "8 Passengers" brand and the manipulative ideology of ConneXions. Through courtroom transcripts, survivor testimonies, and investigative research, Kyle Cindelshade reveals how these women weaponized faith, monetized trauma, and fooled millions-until it all came crashing down.

If you thought you knew what family values looked like... think again.

Raw. Unfiltered. Unforgettable. This is not just a story of two women-it's a warning for every parent, every viewer, and every believer.

Get your copy now. The truth deserves to be heard.