Excellent depiction of the life of nuns in the period just before and during the Vatican II reforms. The story is told through the lives of characters so well developed that the work seems to be non-fiction.
Non-catholics may have some difficulty in understanding the observances and traditions mentioned, but the book itself is not a difficult read. One cannot help but be impressed by the dedication and devotion of these women. Also, one is struck that the life of community, despite its many restrictions, is a very rich life.
Given all sex and violence in modern novels, this book is a breath of fresh air.
Non-catholics may have some difficulty in understanding the observances and traditions mentioned, but the book itself is not a difficult read. One cannot help but be impressed by the dedication and devotion of these women. Also, one is struck that the life of community, despite its many restrictions, is a very rich life.
Given all sex and violence in modern novels, this book is a breath of fresh air.
