A review by rditchek
Aviva vs the Dybbuk by Mari Lowe

4.0

I listened to "Aviva" on audiobook and thought the narration was phenomenal. Though this story occurs in Beacon, NY, I could not help but picture Williamsburg a la "Unorthodox." It was very refreshing to read a book about an Orthodox Jewish girl that was a depressing, WWII story. Aviva was full of life and mischief. It really explains the inner-workings of the Orthodox community and allows its readers to see Orthodox Jewish people, women and children included, as people. They face demons, both literal and figuratively, deal with regular inter-personal struggles, and love to play ball and games. This book should be taught in schools as it depicts a very accurate portrayal of Jewish life and it has so much heart.