First published 1996
Sue Monk Kidd was a devout Christian, loyal wife, and successful writer - until a chance encounter with sexism shakes her faith. Retreating to monasteries and ancient caves, she uncovers a suppressed spiritual heritage for women. As Kidd's worldview cracks open, she must confront the oppressive forces in her church, family, and self. Retaining her love for Christianity, she forges a new path towards wholeness and liberation.
Genres: christian, gender-studies, feminism, religion, non-fiction, biography-memoir
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: personal-journey, self-discovery
Setting: United States
304 pages · Paperback · HarperOne
Content warnings: sexism