In her novel, Matrix, Lauren Groff takes the reader to the 12th century. It is set in the abbey where the story unfolds about life in this environment. It is harsh and stern with rigid adherence to the ways of living in a Christian way. Rules must be obeyed in order to be a good Christian.
As an orphan Marie is sent to this abbey where she quickly adapts to this lifestyle as she has no other option. Given the era of the time, it appears that this kind of life in the abbey is normal.
There are alarming descriptions of how the abbey is operated by the nuns. Marie adapts and yet in her rebellious way manages to make this way of living quite palatable.
Throughout the novel, Groff provides vivid descriptions of the various scenes that brings forth the reality of living in an abbey. Each character is revealed through the moral habits within this abbey.
Matrix is a compelling novel that captivates the realities of living and working in an abbey. It is informative as it provides an inside look into life in the abbey.
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