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They were sisters once.
Almost forty years ago, in a more innocent time, two girls enter the convent. Angelina and Joanna come from vastly different backgrounds, but they have one thing in common -- a desire to serve, to join in the community of sisters.
Despite the relative seclusion of the convent house in Minneapolis, they're not immune to what's happening in the world around them. In 1972 Angie's involvement with a pregnant teenager triggers a crisis of faith. At the same time, Joanna's relationship with a Vietnam veteran brings her face-to-face with the choices she made -- and didn't make -- in her own life.
Then, Angie and Joanna leave the sisterhood, abandoning the convent for the exciting and confusing world outside. The world of choices to be made, of risks to be taken. Of men and romantic love. The world of ordinary women ...
Debbie Macomber illuminates women's lives with compassion, with love and with grace. In Changing Habits she proves once again why she's one of the world's most popular writers of fiction for -- and about -- women.
Performed by Trini Alvarado
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"Spanning years from 1958 - 2002, this is an interesting story of three women, Angelina, Joanna, and Kathleen. All three, at different times, enter the order of St. Bridget Sisters of the Assumption.The book covers their adjustment to convent life and then, eventually, their adjustments to leaving the religious order. Very interesting story which delves into the years in which there was so much change going on in the Catholic church."
— Patt (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Macomber’s storytelling sometimes yields a tear, at other times a smile.”
— Daily Press (Newport News) -
“Ms. Macomber provides the top in entertaining relationship dramas.”
— Reader to Reader
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A New York Times bestseller
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A USA Today bestseller
Changing Habits Listener Reviews
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" Actually quite an interesting story that was obviously researched. Changes in the Catholic church really impacted women called by God. The simplicity of the life of the three woman Debbie depicted was actually quite appealing; however, giving up all or most contact with the outside world would be too much of a downside. "
— Evan, 2/13/2014 -
" Read a long time ago "
— Pam, 2/5/2014 -
" I picked this up thinking it was a quickly read romance novel, but it isn't. The author wrote this historical fiction novel about three girls who become nuns. It follows them from their decision to enter the convent through their decisions to actual leave the convent and become ex-nuns. The author did a lot of research about the Catholic Church and the life of a nun. It is very interesting and provokes a lot of discussion. I never thought I would say this about a Debbie Macomber novel, but it would make a good read for a book club!Changing Habits "
— Tara, 2/2/2014 -
" I really enjoyed the first part of the book. I learned about being a nun and even thought the transition from nun to not was interesting. It seemed like she hurried through the end though after having such a rich story in the beginning. "
— Tonya, 2/1/2014 -
" So far this is my least favorite Macomber book. It follows 3 young women who become nuns but eventually leave the order to go out into the world. Other than the details of convent life (in the 60's and 70's) this was a fairly boring book. "
— Angela, 1/13/2014 -
" I enjoyed the charicters of this story...It shows you what women in the Catholic church went through in the 1970's. "
— Lori, 1/9/2014 -
" Still addressing women's issues, Macomber deals with women who have left the convent and their challenges within and subsequent leaving in a compassionate manner. I couldn't put it down. "
— Alice, 1/9/2014 -
" Interesting story of 3 girls who became nuns. Interesting conflicts and resolutions each face during their lives. "
— Maryann, 1/6/2014 -
" Anyone who grew up in the Catholc Church around the 60's will like this story. "
— Nancy, 12/22/2013 -
" This was a story following the lives of three girls who become nuns and eventually leave the convent. I don't know what it was, but I couldn't put this book down! "
— Kristen, 12/5/2013 -
" My only complaint with the story was that the relationships between the nuns wasn't well-developed. Yet we are supposed to believe that in 2002 they were thrilled to be together again because they'd be so close? "
— Sue, 12/2/2013 -
" Predictable but still good. Nice tone. 3 young women enter the convent and all end up leaving for various reasons. "
— Roxanne, 11/28/2013 -
" This book contained explicit content that I was not expecting. I have read several books by this author, and they were all very mild. "
— Brittany, 11/20/2013 -
" This was a very enjoyable book. Kind of reminded me of my friend years ago. "
— Kathleen, 11/20/2013 -
" I really enjoyed this book. It was about 3 different women who chose to become nuns. It followed their religious life for a while, and then how they came to make the decision to leave the convent. "
— Lesley, 11/18/2013 -
" The story of three women who became nuns and later left. Probably, not a popular book with devout Catholics, but I found it interesting and easy to read. I read it after work and did not stay up late to finish :) If anyone wants to read it before I resell it let me know! "
— Cheri, 8/1/2013 -
" I read this while I was on vacation in Hawaii (down-time in the condo). I found it to be quite interesting, but somewhat predictable and formulaic. It was a great read though. "
— Marti, 3/9/2013 -
" I love Debbie Macomber books. This book is alot different than all her other books. I didn't know if I would like it when I first started reading. But I got hooked after the first few chapters. This is a must read book. "
— Kristi, 1/14/2013 -
" I am not catholic but I was very intrigued by this book. Great story "
— Misty, 8/21/2012 -
" Almost a sequel to "The Nun's Story" that I read in my youth when I was fascinated by the movie I saw on late night TV. "
— Jennifer, 6/17/2012 -
" Very disappointing..very predictable..very boring!!!!! "
— Joyce, 4/21/2012 -
" I've learned so much to this book: 1. it's okay to question 2.you really have to be true yourself 3.let go "
— Kath, 2/12/2012 -
" I like Macomber's stories. I expected a little more detail about nuns. It was an interesting read. "
— Barbie, 1/10/2012 -
" Good discussion and an interesting topic. "
— Laura, 11/5/2011 -
" I always enjoy reading Debbie Macomber, light, quick reading and of course happy romances mixed in - what more could I ask for :) "
— Melissa, 8/23/2011 -
" Helped me to understand the sacrifice that a nun must make upon joining the convent. "
— Susie, 8/6/2011 -
" This book contained explicit content that I was not expecting. I have read several books by this author, and they were all very mild. "
— Brittany, 4/5/2011 -
" I really enjoyed this - the characters sort of seemed a bit contrived at times, so she could get her research all into the story, but I found it educational and liked the characters. "
— Mary-Frances, 3/14/2011 -
" Good book. Like this author. Interesting to read about life in a convent. "
— Hope4flowers, 3/11/2011 -
" Does this portray the Catholic Church negatively? "
— Nanette, 9/11/2010 -
" Although this was enjoyable, it's not my most favorite book that Debbie Macomber wrote. Although it did get me teary eyed a few times. "
— Sandy, 7/12/2010 -
" It was okay...library book..mama read this book "
— Cindy, 6/7/2010 -
" I always enjoy reading Debbie Macomber, light, quick reading and of course happy romances mixed in - what more could I ask for :) "
— Melissa, 5/31/2010
About Debbie Macomber
Debbie Macomber is a leading voice in women’s fiction. Her novels have hit the number one on the New York Times bestsellers list as well as making the USA Today and Publishers Weekly lists. Her novels Mrs. Miracle and Call Me Mrs. Miracle inspired the Hallmark Channel’s top-watched movies for the year when they were released. There are more than 200 million copies of her books in print worldwide.
About Trini Alvarado
Trini Alvarado is an American actress best known for her feature film roles in Little Women, The Frighteners, and Paulie, for which she was nominated for an ALMA Award. Her television credits include series such as Finge, Law & Order: SUV, and The Jury as well as TV movies including Bitter Winter and The Last Dance. As a youth, she appeared as Melinda in the Broadway performance of Runaways. She has narrated several audiobooks, earning this praise from AudioFile magazine for her reading of Trickster’s Queen: “Happily, this book gets the narrator it needs in Trini Alvarado, who provides an extensive range of expression for both males and females, human or immortal, friend or foe. Her clear speech and judicious pace guide listeners through multiple intrigues to a satisfying end. A gem.”