A review by janeofalltrades
The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker

5.0

My favorite book of the year. Somehow all of the wandering, fantastical story-lines weave together into a tale of loss and longing. If I could give it ten stars I would. This story will stick with me for a long time. I've never read anything like it.

I agree it does meander a bit before getting to the meat of the plot, but it is worth the wait as it gives so much depth to the world.