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

adventurous challenging medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

When the Angels Left the Old Country draws from traditional Judaism juxtaposed with beautiful, sacred, inevitable queerness.  In the era of Ellis Island, Uriel and Little Ash—an angel and a demon—sail to America to solve a mystery, joining forces with a plucky girl named Rose along the way.  There’s much good-natured bickering, soul-searching, and heart-pounding action, and did I mention it’s gay?  Donald Corren’s narration is nothing short of perfect.
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