As I am often inclined to do, joyful celebrations such as commemorating Israel’s independence compel me to read or reread books by Israeli authors. Imagine Israeli funnyman Edgar Karet meeting philosopher Albert Camus and both joining Star Wars filmmaker, George Lucas for lunch. Only then…
Among the several objects my mother bequeathed to me is a porcelain figurine manufactured by the German Meissen company. My fascination with Meissen’s pure white porcelain piqued my interest in The Porcelain Maker a historical novel by Sarah Freethy. At its core, the novel is a love story…
Set against war-torn Italy, One Good Thing, has the promise of a great novel. The deeply researched, potentially thrilling plot -- about a young Jewish woman who must relinquish her toddler to her best friend-- unfortunately didn’t float my boat. I was initially intrigued by author…
An all-night read ( ‘cuz you won’t be able to put it down) author Zeeva Bukai hits it out of the park with her debut novel, The Anatomy of Exile, a deeply moving saga that speaks to the meaning of home and identity.
If you are looking for the great American novel perhaps, try another book. But if you want a giggle blended with honesty and a little chutzpah, consult The Council of Wise Women. It’s a hoot.
