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By: TAUR 062
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2026-03-01 11:48:24 |
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We found this book a little bland, but thought this was because the author was so respectful. |
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By: DOUBT 001
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2025-08-13 13:37:39 |
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Everyone agreed it was an interesting topic but did not hold our attention as much as we had hoped. It seemed to be a book written by her for her family and didn't delve as deeply exploring her emotions as we'd hoped. It did create much discussion re personal connections to communities within our society, and the change of attitudes towards the education of women. |
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By: AUCK 236
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2024-09-24 14:47:32 |
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We all really enjoyed this book. Easy but enjoyable read. We loved learning about N.Z. convent life in the 50s and 60s. |
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By: PIOPIO 001
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2020-09-24 15:27:13 |
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Most of the group enjoyed the book, found it easy to read and informative. We had excellent indepth discussion as one of our members has a sister who is a nun. Times have changed but it was a very good snapshot of history and oppression within the church at the time. Author Judith Graham was a remarkable woman. |
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By: ASHB 016
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2020-02-03 14:21:27 |
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Some enjoyed this book, some found it boring. We all agreed it was more of a memoir for her kids than a book, but it was a good record of how it was at that time. We had a good discussion and it was generally felt to be a good story. |
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By: CHCH 001
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2020-02-03 14:18:38 |
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We would highly recommend this book, it was a very worthwhile read. The book gave us an insight into the repressive nature of the Catholic Church prior to Vatican II. It is simply written, but very compelling. We were so delighted that Judith was able to leave and have a happy life. This book provoked one of the best and liveliest discussions our group has ever had. |
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By: HOKITIK 001
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2020-02-03 14:15:36 |
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We weren't impressed with the author's writing skills, but we had a terrific discussion about religion (none of us are Catholic), society, the decisions of the young, and our own youth. A great conversation starter. |
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By: SUTHER 001
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2020-02-03 14:11:37 |
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Because several of the group knew people mentioned in the book, and because several are Catholics, we had a really good discussion and most enjoyed the read. |
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By: DUNED 039
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2020-02-03 14:09:14 |
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What a trip down memory lane! Many of the group had connections, and one was a H.S classmate of the author! Others recalled much of the closed atmosphere of the order - all found the story fascinating! |
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By: WAIAU 002
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2020-02-03 14:02:41 |
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Most members found reading this book educational, a real insight into the very restrictive lives nuns lead in this order. Easy to read and good discussion. |
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By: LOWER 013
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2020-02-03 14:01:13 |
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Enjoyed the book. Interesting insight and a snapshot of history in the Catholic church. |
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By: ARIA 001
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2020-02-03 13:59:35 |
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We all found this book really interesting. |
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By: DUNED 029
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2019-08-23 13:54:50 |
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Everyone in the group found this a very informative and worthwhile read. It was a revelation to most of us to learn about the life of a nun in the 50s and 60s in NZ, especially as it was based in a Dunedin convent. A well-written and easy read. |
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