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The Holy Woman: Book Three of The Holy Man Trilogy
The Holy Woman After Joe's benign death and sacred burial, his chosen successor, Anna, is abandoned at the storm-ravaged hermitage as the others, including her husband, are wooed away by the masterful Chen. Loyal Jacob, the holy bodyguard, goes to Austria to raise money to care for Anna and her children and takes the holy man's teaching with him. A Dutchman with his band of thugs pillages what is left in the hermitage, holy man artifacts to sell at auction. After a summer alone on the mountain, where she struggles with the idea of her appointed role, Anna moves to the town below. Time will tell if Anna is or is not the next "holy man" and if the Dutchman and Chen between them will wreak further havoc on the hermitage and on Anna. In short, elegant teaching chapters, weaving tales of both the good and nefarious characters, the story shows how all who knew Joe continue to be affected by his kindly teaching, sometimes in spite of themselves.
- GenresInspirational
210 pages, Paperback
First published September 16, 2009
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November 18, 2010
This sequel to the sequel was mostly disappointing. The parables and lessons felt a bit forced and contrived, a feeling that I never had when reading the Holy Man or the Holy Man's Journey. Another problem I had was the many typos and errors, including one so glaring that I question whether any editors actually read this book: the Holy Woman's husband was mistakenly called Eric (his name is Errol). Overall, this was a rather disappointing end to the otherwise enjoyable Holy Man series.
January 11, 2019
Absolutely wonderful! The entire trilogy speaks to the human condition in a deep and humorous way. Brilliant!
February 9, 2021
Great ending... the situational irony concluding the trilogy - surprising. A relaxing read, slowly unfolding, and a guide on living a sacred life without appearing in the s0-holy "garb" often equated with clergypersons, sages, mystics, and saints.
The story is stronger where the author avoids moralizing. In contrast, Trott's words shine most when she lets the wisdom arise from the narrative in an inductive manner.
The trilogy is a good read in living a virtuous life in a way wherein one's humanness is enhanced and sacramental in itself. Yet, also, Trott reminds us there is more potential in our humanness than we often equate with humanness. Humanness has the potential to unfold potentials largely undiscovered among us, to challenge our idea of what is truly natural.
Trott challenges us to re-explore our habitual use of words like "sacred" and "secular," "religious" and "irreligious," "holy" and "profane," ... The "Holy Man... Woman" invites us to heal the split in these dichotomies.
The story is stronger where the author avoids moralizing. In contrast, Trott's words shine most when she lets the wisdom arise from the narrative in an inductive manner.
The trilogy is a good read in living a virtuous life in a way wherein one's humanness is enhanced and sacramental in itself. Yet, also, Trott reminds us there is more potential in our humanness than we often equate with humanness. Humanness has the potential to unfold potentials largely undiscovered among us, to challenge our idea of what is truly natural.
Trott challenges us to re-explore our habitual use of words like "sacred" and "secular," "religious" and "irreligious," "holy" and "profane," ... The "Holy Man... Woman" invites us to heal the split in these dichotomies.
May 25, 2020
Again, for me better than the very first book, and excellent as a sequel to book 2! The writing is gentle, kind, and well crafted. The characters feel like they're becoming friends, and the subtext about loving others is rich. So many wise thoughts drift to the surface as you read and compassionately nudge you toward better. Really enjoyed this!
March 21, 2020
I thoroughly enjoyed this little book. I know it got the least love of the three books in the trilogy, but I found it a satisfying conclusion. In fact, when I was reading it, I couldn't put it down!
March 7, 2019
Perfect
It is such a beautiful , simple and surprising story. It fills one with pure happiness . It reverberates in my mind and gives me peace
It is such a beautiful , simple and surprising story. It fills one with pure happiness . It reverberates in my mind and gives me peace
June 18, 2021
More contrived plot points (and spelling/punctuation errors) than in the first two books in order to bring the story to a conclusion, but overall I still enjoyed it.
January 29, 2024
Happy tears again. Such a beautiful writer.
June 19, 2024
another gem
Continuing this series another thought provoking and inspiring book.Even the surprises are so very comforting I hope you enjoy it too
Continuing this series another thought provoking and inspiring book.Even the surprises are so very comforting I hope you enjoy it too
May 14, 2016
Not as good as the first two books, but enjoyable nonetheless
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