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Bethany Joy Lenz, star of the hit drama *One Tree Hill*, seemed to have it all in the early 2000s. Her acting career was taking off, but behind the scenes, she was trapped in a secret double life that no one— not even her closest colleagues— knew about.

As an only child searching for connection, Lenz joined what appeared to be a supportive Bible study group for Hollywood creatives. What began as a place of belonging slowly transformed into something far more dangerous—a controlling and manipulative cult disguised as a church community called The Big House Family. Before she realized what was happening, her independence was systematically stripped away. She relocated to the group’s Pacific Northwest compound, under the control of a domineering minister who arranged for her to marry his son and siphoned millions from her acting income without her knowledge. Trapped in an oppressive system, she was constantly monitored—even on the set of *One Tree Hill*—and subjected to cult tactics like “struggle sessions” in a filthy basement and counseling sessions meant to reinforce her loyalty.

It wasn’t until she became a mother that Lenz found the strength to leave, determined to protect her child from the same fate. After nearly a decade, she made her escape with the unexpected help of a *One Tree Hill* fan, embarking on a long and painful journey to reclaim her identity and rebuild a faith that had been twisted by years of manipulation.

Told with raw honesty and sharp humor, *Dinner for Vampires* is a gripping memoir of survival, self-discovery, and the courage it takes to break free.