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sarkynir 's review for:

My Name Is Asher Lev by Chaim Potok
5.0
challenging emotional inspiring reflective medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This is my third time reading this book and I think it is still considered my favorite fiction book. 

Asher Lev is a young Jewish boy who cannot help but paint. His father works for the Rebbe and thinks that painting is a waste of time. His mother is torn between the conflict between Asher and his dad. 

The story follows Asher as he grows as a painter and a person.
Heartbreaking, stressful, and deeply passionate.