A review by nairijan
The Yiddish Policemen's Union by Michael Chabon

dark funny mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Chabon’s alternate history novel was incredibly original but ultimately it still remains to be a detective story bolstering the idea of a good police officer against a corrupt system. While the dialogue is stunning and enjoyable throughout, Chabon’s worldbuilding left me wanting for more especially given the themes of a diasporan community moving onto an indigenous people’s land