'A Prize for Sister Catherine' (also published as 'The Directrix') is set in a nunnery. The book revolves around the conflict between two nuns who are given joint administrative roles. Margaret is a forward-thinking, rather capitalist nun, who wants to make the priory financially viable. Catherine, by contrast, cares more for the individuals.
Their power struggles pervade the novel which has a fast-paced plot and some believable characters. In the end, Catherine does not gain what she hopes for, but receives a different reward.
The book feels a bit heavy-going in places, but I thought it well worth reading.
Recommended.
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