The world of Sister Wives has never been short of drama, but Christine Brown’s new memoir has pulled back the curtain on one of the most heartbreaking revelations yet. Fans have long speculated about how Kody Brown and his last standing wife, Robyn, truly treated the children from his other marriages—but Christine’s account about her daughter, Truly, makes it clear that the neglect went far deeper than many realized. What unfolds is not just a story about custody battles or financial disputes, but a gut-wrenching look at how one child was pushed aside in favor of others, leaving viewers stunned and outraged.

Christine’s book lays out in plain words what many suspected: Kody Brown has failed his children. She doesn’t sugarcoat it—she calls him out for being absent, unfair, and, in her eyes, the worst possible example of a father. One of the most telling parts of her memoir centers around Truly’s visits to Kody and Robyn’s home after Christine moved her daughter to Utah following the divorce. These overnight stays exposed a shocking reality—there was no real place for Truly in Kody and Robyn’s household.

According to Christine’s account, Truly was placed in what can only be described as a makeshift arrangement. One night she was given a room in the basement that could be accessed from outside, a setup that understandably made her feel unsafe and isolated. On another occasion, she was placed in a nearly empty room, one that lacked even the most basic furnishings. It appeared to be Solomon’s old room, which raised the question—if it wasn’t his anymore, where was he sleeping? Meanwhile, Ariella was still co-sleeping with Kody and Robyn. The whole situation painted a disturbing picture: in a house with more than enough space, Truly was treated like an afterthought.

Fans who caught wind of this through Christine’s book and online discussions were livid. Reddit threads lit up with criticism, pointing out that if Kody and Robyn had even the smallest amount of consideration, they could have turned Truly’s visit into something special. They had the money and resources to quickly convert a room into a welcoming space for her. Even something simple, like turning it into a fun sleepover setting with games, snacks, and movies, would have shown that she mattered. But instead, what Christine revealed was cold indifference.

This isn’t just about furniture or square footage—it’s about what those choices represented. Kody and Robyn’s refusal to create a safe, warm environment for Truly screamed volumes about where she stood in their priorities. It sent the message that her presence was inconvenient. For fans, the optics were impossible to ignore: Solomon and Ariella, Robyn’s children with Kody, were clearly favored, while Truly was sidelined.

What makes this worse is Kody’s public persona. On camera, he has repeatedly boasted about being a good father, while praising Robyn as a tender, compassionate mother. But Christine’s story tears apart that narrative. How can anyone claim to be a great parent while their child is left sleeping in an unsafe basement room or on a bare bed in a neglected space? The hypocrisy was too glaring for fans to ignore.

Many long-time viewers have also pointed out the irony of Kody’s legal battles and insistence on “50/50 custody” when Christine first announced the divorce. If he was so determined to fight for equal time with Truly, why didn’t he bother preparing a proper place for her in his home? Was it truly about being a father—or was it more about control and avoiding child support? Christine’s words strongly suggest the latter.

And while Truly is at the center of this painful revelation, fans are quick to point out that she isn’t the only child neglected by Kody. Savannah, Janelle’s daughter, has long been portrayed as another casualty of his favoritism. The contrast between how he dotes on Robyn’s kids and how he treats the rest has been clear for years, but Christine’s book makes it undeniable.

Even more troubling is the role Robyn played in all of this. According to Christine and many fans, Robyn not only failed to encourage Kody to be present for his other children, but actively benefited from his absence in their lives. By allowing her children to receive all of his attention and care, while ignoring the others, she cemented her position as the “favored wife.” Critics argue that a truly empathetic stepmother would have gone out of her way to ensure all of Kody’s kids felt equally loved and secure—but that’s not what happened.

Christine even reflects back on the early days of Kody and Robyn’s relationship. Robyn took an eleven-day honeymoon while Christine was left to care for multiple children, including a newborn. From the start, the dynamic wasn’t about blending families—it was about elevating Robyn and her children above everyone else. That pattern has only worsened over the years, leading to the heartbreaking circumstances Truly endured after the divorce.

The neglect is so blatant that fans have wondered why no outside authority, like Child Protective Services, has intervened. Truly’s situation—being placed in unsafe and unwelcoming rooms—has been described by viewers as cruel. Some say it borders on emotional neglect, especially when considered alongside the blatant favoritism Kody and Robyn have shown for years.

What angers fans the most is the sheer lack of effort. For a man who fought tooth and nail to maintain the appearance of custody rights, Kody couldn’t even be bothered to set up a simple, cozy space for his daughter. With all the resources at his disposal, there’s no excuse. Even basic solutions—bunk beds, a shared room, a fun sleepover-style setup—were ignored. The message was loud and clear: Truly wasn’t welcome.

Christine’s memoir doesn’t just confirm what many suspected—it validates years of fan frustration. Kody and Robyn have long insisted on their version of reality, but the cracks are too big to ignore. For viewers who have followed the Browns for over a decade, this revelation is another nail in the coffin of Kody’s reputation.

The saddest part is the impact on the children. Truly may appear resilient, but fans worry about the long-term emotional toll of being pushed aside. Savannah’s distance from her father already shows how favoritism and neglect can fracture relationships beyond repair. These kids deserved better—and Christine’s bravery in telling the truth shines a harsh light on just how “pathetic” Kody and Robyn’s parenting really was.

In the end, Christine’s account serves as a devastating reminder: families aren’t just built on marriage certificates or custody agreements—they’re built on love, respect, and effort. Kody and Robyn had every opportunity to show Truly she mattered, but they didn’t. And for fans of Sister Wives, that’s something they’ll never forget.