pickBaddiel, a British Jew, is trying to explain how antisemitism prevalent and acceptable in UK. He raises a number of points: 1-this kind of behavior and hatred would not be accepted with regards to any other minority; 2-no significant action is taken against Jew hatred and 3-the antisemitic tropes used are the same old ones. The book was published couple of years before 10/7 attack on Israel, since then the Jew hatred soared #Hanukkahchallenge
pickIlka Weissnix, a Jewish refugee from Vienna, meets in a Nevada rail Station Carter Bayoux, an African American, twice her age. Carter + Ilka begin a loving relationship as Carter, a journalist at the centre of NY society but with an alcohol problem, introduces Ilka to a new life. A remarkable book that explores race, the nature of love, the trauma of the war, being an immigrant with humour and depth. If you do read listen to the Baclisted episode.
panSimon‘s Family had the ingredients I usually love—family saga, multiple POVs—but the jumps in time and murky relationships left me more confused than compelled. Many readers adore its sparse style, but I just couldn‘t connect. A miss for me. ⭐️💫 1.5/5 ❤️📚
