You have to be in the right frame of mind to delve into this chunky book. It was one of those that requires dedication and perseverance. It was rewarding, but not something I would recommend to just anyone. Ultimately I decided to give it 4 stars. The characters, their growth, the relationships..so good, but a lot of philosophy, religion, and history. *It did win the National Jewish Book Award.
I'm glad I read this, I learned so much.