Prayer Wasn't Enough

"Prayer Wasn’t Enough" is the memoir of Dee Ready, who enters a Benedictine convent in 1958 with idealistic hopes of achieving sanctity. As she navigates her emotional and spiritual journey, Ready grapples with the pressures of perfectionism and her vow of obedience, ultimately questioning her intentions. Through her experiences, she learns valuable lessons about communal life and self-acceptance, reflecting on the lasting impact of her eight-and-a-half years in the convent. This engaging narrative resonates with anyone who has faced the challenges of striving for an unattainable ideal or had their dreams reshaped along the way.