The Sister Wife

By Diane Noble,

Book cover of The Sister Wife: Brides of Gabriel Book One

Book description

The Sister Wife is the first book in a new Brides of Gabriel historical series set during the formation of the Mormon edict of polygamy. Award-winning author Diane Noble explores the inner conflicts, emotions, and decisions of three women married to the same man. A moving tale of faith and…

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The Sister Wife shows the early history of the Mormons through the eyes of an emigrant woman whose father has joined the Mormons.

When her best friend’s husband dies, the prophet orders her husband to take her as a second wife. Obedience is required to climb the LDS hierarchy. Violence escalates against anyone who questions the leadership.

From Catherine's list on communes and cults in the 19th century.

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