This book is worthy of the Pulitzer prize it won. O'Connor is truly a wordsmith, taking the reader into the thoughtful world of Father Kennedy. By the end of the book, each character is known and cherished for his or her own individuality. O'Connor recognizes that everyone has redeeming characteristics, even the oafish curate earns our respect for his unflinching loyalty and honesty. I was deeply touched by several characters and their deceptively simple presentation by O'Connor. This book has timeless values that will stay with its readers.

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