Everybody loves controversy. This fact is proved by the popularity of this book. First published in malayalam, this best seller was later translated to English and published by Penguin Books.
When an ex-nun, who has left convent after 33 years, decides to write about her life inside the convent; publicity and controversy is expected to follow. The church calls her mentally unstable, Women's commission vows to protect her, authorities want to improve the life of thousands of nuns inside the convent....Finally it is time to accept that real mortal people occupy the majority of convents, matts etc. It is time to accept the imperfections rather than cover them up. But how long this will last? How long Sister Jesme can stay alive in public memory which has the notorious reputation of being short?
The book can be read only for the controversy aspect. Apart from that the style of writing is not remarkable at all.
A brave attempt. 3 out of 5.
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