Evocative novel set in 1920s Spain about the experiences of three Carmelite nuns at a time of great cultural upheaval. Spain, 1920s. The lives of three Carmelite nuns intersect and develop through a period of intense experience. In their personal histories there is great contrast, but a past element is shared that has deeply affected each one. This novel is a striking exploration of personal history and what lies beneath the surface of polite society. . It is also an emotive reflection upon the agony of maternal loss, betrayal and love.