A review by alybwrites
When the Angels Left the Old Country by Sacha Lamb

emotional funny hopeful inspiring 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 phenomenal: think Good Omens, but so very delightfully and hilariously Jewish. Deeply satisfying: also on my #transrightsreadathon list, but snuck into #Jewishhistorymonth reading. It has a kind of humor that can transcend cultural barriers, but is also uniquely Jewish in a way that enriched and deepened my enjoyment of the story. The backdrop of this book incorporates themes of both immigration and labor rights. While rooted in historical context, it also felt highly and pressingly relevant. This author also explores questions of Jewish spirituality with both respect and irreverance. Easily one of my new favorites.