Ruby Franke rode the wave of internet fame from vlogging, creating an account called 8 Passengers. She chronicled her "life" with her family, but this sweet, LDS mother was not as she seemed. She scripted what was to be seen and when bits of her real life leaked out, the public response was to notify CPS. As she spiraled downward, she found new friend and counselor Jodi Hildebrant, a monster that matched her taste. Together the two indoctrinated the family into outlandish ideals until the men were isolated and out of the way. Then the pair set about torturing the youngest two of the Franke children. The ordeal only ended when youngest son Russell managed to escape, something not taken lightly after a previous failed attempt result in harsh "punishment". His act of bravery saved both himself and younger sister Eve from the real possibility of their deaths.

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