Spring Valley, Pennsylvania, February 2019—the Williams family seemed perfect on the surface: David, the hardworking father; Sarah, the warm second wife; and Emily, the teenage daughter from his previous marriage. But behind the walls of their two-story home lies a forbidden secret: the illicit relationship between Sarah and Emily, which escalates from emotional comfort into a dangerous affair. When David discovers shocking photographic evidence, his family crumbles. Four days later, Emily lies bleeding on the floor, and Sarah stands over her holding a fireplace poker.In this episode, you’ll learn how twisted love turned into dangerous obsession, leading to brutal violence and attempted murder. We discuss psychological manipulation, emotional control, and crucial evidence in the form of a secret journal revealing Sarah’s intent to kidnap Emily. Learn how forensic evidence and the victim’s testimony ultimately brought justice, and how fragile the line is between love and control in the dynamics between victim and perpetrator.
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Spring Valley, Pennsylvania, February 2019—the Williams family seemed perfect on the surface: David, the hardworking father; Sarah, the warm second wife; and Emily, the teenage daughter from his previous marriage. But behind the walls of their two-story home lies a forbidden secret: the illicit relationship between Sarah and Emily, which escalates from emotional comfort into a dangerous affair. When David discovers shocking photographic evidence, his family crumbles. Four days later, Emily lies ...