The Hardest Thing to Do by Penelope Wilcock

Penelope Wilcock writes another rich Historical novel about the brothers who live in Saint Alcuin's abbey. One of the characters in "The Hardest Thing to Do" is Prior William. He first appears in the novel titled "The Wounds of God." In that novel, I hated the way Prior William acted toward Abbot Peregrine at Saint Dunstan's monastery.

In The Hardest Thing to Do, Prior William experiences a fire. He arrives at Saint Alcuin's looking for help from Abbot John and the brothers. Although Father Peregrine has died, there is still a deep feeling of love for him among the community. I especially liked reading about the brothers' fight among themselves about whether to make this helpless once cruel brother leave the monastery or let him stay there after his wounds are healed.

While reading I realized again how difficult it is to forgive and give mercy to those people who hurt us. It is indeed very hard for these men to forgive and forget. I also became better acquainted with The Lenten season.

There is a new brother whom I really like, Brother Conradus. He struggles to find his gift or talent. I really could relate to his struggles. I love The Hawk & The Dove Series. I can't wait to read the next one. Each book sheds light on the fact that no one is perfect. goodreads.com/author/show/88448.Penelope_Wilcock/blog
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