It never ceases to amaze me what people are willing to do or
endure in the name of religion. I read this amazing story mostly open mouthed
as Maria recounted her story of becoming a nun. It offered a glimpse into a
world most of us never enter. Ms Hall has a very engaging style of writing and
I was glued to the pages as she took us on her journey from New-Zealand to
Australia and Spain. It was fascinating to get a look inside of a strict
religious cult I wasn’t even aware off. It spurred me on to read a bit more
about the Palmarian Church, which is still going despite its very strict rules.
It is also an inspirational story as the young Maria,
damaged from her experiences in Australia, tries to find reparation in Spain.
It is after her experiences there that she truly starts to rebuild her life and
finds her voice and purpose.
