A review by libbyhb
The Yiddish Policemen's Union by Michael Chabon

adventurous dark funny mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This was such a great read. I love Michael Chabon, but I had only read The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay and Gentlemen of the Road before this, as a teenager. He creates such vivid worlds in these books, and Yiddish Policemen's Union was no exception. I felt like I could fully picture every setting, even though I've never been to Alaska and this version of Sitka doesn't exist. The plot was so interesting, and I liked that the main mystery kind of popped in and out of whatever was currently happening. I loved all of the characters, especially Meyer and Berko and Bina. So good.
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