adison_smith 's review for:

My Name Is Asher Lev by Chaim Potok

5.0

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This book was incredibly wonderful. It tugged at my heartstrings every step of the way. It was not a thrilling tale of adventure and love, but a story of a young man trying to use a gift without being hated by his culture. The need for grace in the world really struck me. This book has helped me look at my own self differently, and at other people. It encouraged me to value life for more than just another life that can make more life, but as an actual individual. I believe everyone should read this book, even if you hate it in the end.