A review by zucaritas101
My Name Is Asher Lev by Chaim Potok

4.0

Let me start by saying, I enjoyed this book. It is well written and an interesting story that really brings you into Jewish culture in a way that makes you feel a part of it and not just an observer. However it took me a little while to get into it because much of the story is very sad and starts out a little slow, I had a hard time seeing where it was going. I do not always require to like the main characters but I got frustrated with how often I was angry with Asher and his parents. But once I hit about halfway into the book I found it difficult to put down. The book follows Asher from very young childhood to early adulthood. This is a long time for people to mature and develop and they were developed in a fascinating way with a very marvelous yet painful conclusion. I recommend this book, but do not expect it to be a "pick me up" in any way.