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

challenging dark mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

2.0

There were some excellent bits of writing, but overall I simply didn't like this book. The alternate history, somewhere between a full fantastic alternate world and a simple turning point, grated on me. The characters and plot didn't grab me, which made it harder to follow. And I'm still a but annoyed the union of the title was barely mentioned in a single scene.
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