Basic Theology for Fallen Women - Frances Garrood

In terms of morality, it isn't great to date a married man. In terms of religion, it's enough to get you marked as a "fallen woman."

If only something could be done about these loose women, the bishop muses to himself. To solve the problem, he instigates a "Basic Theology"-in fact, more of an Adulterers' Anonymous-class in an out-of-the-way village. Most of the members come to see the light, but Alice, Mavis, and Gabs remain...adulterers. Alice is a harried single mother dealing with a teenage son, an irresponsible ex, and a noncommittal lover. Mavis works at an unfulfilling job and cares for her elderly, confused mother. Gabs is an angelic carer by day and a bewitching "escort" by night.

To the consternation of their teacher, Father Cuthbert, they don't seem very interested in turning away from their life of sin, and so they decide to form their own group and go it alone.

The women and their small circle of friends and family deal with selfish lovers, unexpected pregnancies, and forbidden temptations. Free of the Catholic Church, the not-so-holy trinity of Alice, Mavis, and Gabs shines brightly in this highly entertaining novel.