A review by kaitlinlovesbooks
The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
3.75
Moderate: Grief, Alcohol, Chronic illness, and Medical content
Minor: Death of parent, Suicidal thoughts, and Antisemitism
Although there are no direct examples of Antisemitism in the book, it is referred to a couple of times by the characters. Also, one of the characters describes her experience escaping Germany during the Holocaust.