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When Bill Douglas started advising people in a local neighborhood bar, he never imagined becoming the worldwide, larger-than-life, health and wellness speaker who touched millions of lives. Even further, he never dreamed of the hundreds of people who wanted to live and work on his estate, with the hope of benefiting from all he has to offer.
As the estate evolves further into a cult, he wrestles with his own demons and tries to satisfy his unhealthy obsession with having a large family, leading to a tragic climax.
The tragedy is when Bill’s pursuit of his biggest desire ultimately destroys the connections he desperately craves.
This psychological thriller uses narrative, podcast transcripts of former members of The Community, and Bill Douglas’ journal entries as it explores psychological manipulation, disillusionment, cult dynamics, isolation, and survival.
As the estate evolves further into a cult, he wrestles with his own demons and tries to satisfy his unhealthy obsession with having a large family, leading to a tragic climax.
The tragedy is when Bill’s pursuit of his biggest desire ultimately destroys the connections he desperately craves.
This psychological thriller uses narrative, podcast transcripts of former members of The Community, and Bill Douglas’ journal entries as it explores psychological manipulation, disillusionment, cult dynamics, isolation, and survival.
405 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 21, 2026
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June 2, 2026
One of the best books I've read this year!
Hooked from the first page
Hooked from the first page
May 14, 2026
Grips you from the first page. The character development is so good and you see how one man draws people to the community. They all help make it what it becomes. . It is a quick and enjoyable read!
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