Counting the Cost
by Jill Duggar, Derick Dillard, Craig Borlase
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Genre: Nonfiction | Biography & Memoir
Page Count: 288 (Hardcover)
Audiobook Length: 7 hours and 7 minutes
Audiobook Narrator: Jill Duggar
ISBN: 9781668024447
Publisher’s Description
For the first time, discover the unedited truth about the Duggars, the traditional Christian family that captivated the nation on TLC’s hit show 19 Kids and Counting. Jill Duggar and her husband Derick are finally ready to share their story, revealing the secrets, manipulation, and intimidation behind the show that remained hidden from their fans.
Jill and Derick knew a normal life wasn’t possible for them. As a star on the popular TLC reality show 19 Kids and Counting, Jill grew up in front of viewers who were fascinated by her family’s way of life. She was the responsible, second daughter of Jim Bob and Michelle’s nineteen kids; always with a baby on her hip and happy to wear the modest ankle-length dresses with throat-high necklines. She didn’t protest the strict model of patriarchy that her family followed, which declares that men are superior, that women are expected to be wives and mothers and are discouraged from attaining a higher education, and that parental authority over their children continues well into adulthood, even once they are married.
But as Jill got older, married Derick, and they embarked on their own lives, the red flags became too obvious to ignore.
For as long as they could, Jill and Derick tried to be obedient family members—they weren’t willing to rock the boat. But now they’re raising a family of their own, and they’re done with the secrets. Thanks to time, tears, therapy, and blessings from God, they have the strength to share their journey. Theirs is a remarkable story of the power of the truth and is a moving example of how to find healing through honesty.
About the Author
Jill Duggar and Derick Dillard
Known for their association with the Duggar family, who gained fame through the reality television show “19 Kids and Counting.” The Duggar family, known for their conservative values and large number of children, is headed by parents Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar.
Jill Duggar is one of Jim Bob and Michelle’s daughters. She married Derick Dillard in June 2014. Derick Dillard is an Arkansas native and was featured on “19 Kids and Counting” as he courted and later married Jill.
Jill and Derick have been involved in various activities, including mission work, and have shared aspects of their lives on social media. In recent years, they have distanced themselves from the Duggar family’s reality show and have been more independent in terms of their public presence.
Craig Borlase
A British writer and author who has collaborated with various individuals to co-write or ghostwrite books. He has worked on projects with musicians, celebrities, and individuals who share their personal stories or insights. While he may not be as widely known as some of the figures he collaborates with, Borlase has played a role in helping others bring their stories to a broader audience.
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