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kittyp3777's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
mimela78's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
rnshack's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars rounded up to 4
This was super cute and really enjoyed reading a lot Rachel and Jacob.
This did include my least favorite troupe, the miscommunication troupe, but I loved reading and learning about the Jewish religion and traditions.
I also appreciated reading a story about someone with a chronic illness. It really opens your eyes and makes you appreciate your health. Especially at this time of year.
I truly enjoyed this and am excited to read more by Jean Meltzer.
This was super cute and really enjoyed reading a lot Rachel and Jacob.
This did include my least favorite troupe, the miscommunication troupe, but I loved reading and learning about the Jewish religion and traditions.
I also appreciated reading a story about someone with a chronic illness. It really opens your eyes and makes you appreciate your health. Especially at this time of year.
I truly enjoyed this and am excited to read more by Jean Meltzer.
book_lizard42's review against another edition
4.0
Again, I love this author. The ending is way satisfying. The enemies-to-lovers trope is turned in its end. Friends-to-enemies-to-lovers-to-enemies-to-lovers. What's not to love? And again, I learned so much about Jewish culture. Looking up the rest of Jean Meltzer's book list because her work scratches my itch!
ketutar's review against another edition
4.0
Very nice, Jewish romance novel set during Hanukkah. I enjoyed the Jewishness sprinkled in the story. I had to ask my Jewish husband what some of it meant :-D
And I would still like to know what Rabbi Goldblatt thought of Irving Berlin writing Christmas music.
I didn't like the "let's just misunderstand and overreact and cause drama out of nothing when simple communication would solve everything" trope.
Oh, and to people, who gave this book one star and said "This book glorifies the murders of Palestinians. Seriously disgusting and dehumanizing."
You are lying. This book is about a Jewish event in New York, and doesn't even mention things happening in Israel, Palestinians, or Palestine, and no-one was murdered. Do you go around leaving one star comments on all books written by and about Jewish people?
And I would still like to know what Rabbi Goldblatt thought of Irving Berlin writing Christmas music.
I didn't like the "let's just misunderstand and overreact and cause drama out of nothing when simple communication would solve everything" trope.
Oh, and to people, who gave this book one star and said "This book glorifies the murders of Palestinians. Seriously disgusting and dehumanizing."
You are lying. This book is about a Jewish event in New York, and doesn't even mention things happening in Israel, Palestinians, or Palestine, and no-one was murdered. Do you go around leaving one star comments on all books written by and about Jewish people?
slicciardi's review against another edition
3.0
Felt like a classic holiday romance where it's fun to read/is perfect for the holidays but it doesn't change your life.
books_glorious_books_'s review against another edition
3.0
This book!! If you’ve ever suffered from a “hidden illness ” read this book. ♥️
I found myself copying paragraphs to send to a friend so we could both breath a sigh and say “yes!” In solidarity. I have never read a book that highlighted someone living with chronic fatigue syndrome - the ups & downs, the flare ups, the suggestions & “help” to make you feel better.
This book was so relatable. I have pushed myself knowing I’d be in bed for a couple days after. The not wanting to talk about it because people don’t get it. The endless tests, blood work & grasping at straws hoping for a “real” diagnosis. The mind games you play with yourself, the doubting, the depression, the hope you still hold on to that it will eventually just pass & you’ll be well again.
This book also weaved miscommunication & misunderstandings. Strong family ties and proud Jewish traditions. (not being Jewish I found this fascinating & googled different foods & traditions celebrated at Hanukkah)
And reuniting with your first love - because who doesn’t love a romcom happy ending. ♥️
(I know I rated this a 3 ⭐️ but it would be a solid 3.5. It has slow parts but the chronic illness representation got me in all the feels)
I found myself copying paragraphs to send to a friend so we could both breath a sigh and say “yes!” In solidarity. I have never read a book that highlighted someone living with chronic fatigue syndrome - the ups & downs, the flare ups, the suggestions & “help” to make you feel better.
This book was so relatable. I have pushed myself knowing I’d be in bed for a couple days after. The not wanting to talk about it because people don’t get it. The endless tests, blood work & grasping at straws hoping for a “real” diagnosis. The mind games you play with yourself, the doubting, the depression, the hope you still hold on to that it will eventually just pass & you’ll be well again.
This book also weaved miscommunication & misunderstandings. Strong family ties and proud Jewish traditions. (not being Jewish I found this fascinating & googled different foods & traditions celebrated at Hanukkah)
And reuniting with your first love - because who doesn’t love a romcom happy ending. ♥️
(I know I rated this a 3 ⭐️ but it would be a solid 3.5. It has slow parts but the chronic illness representation got me in all the feels)
tiffanyann's review against another edition
funny
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0