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A review by wellreadmegs
Kissing Kosher by Jean Meltzer
funny
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Jean Meltzer is quickly becoming a must-read author for me. After reading The Matzo Ball last year and now Kissing Kosher this year - I'm really enjoying her books. As someone who isn't Jewish, I really enjoy learning more about the religious and cultural traditions through her books.
Avital was a great character and I love how the theme throughout the book was chronic pain and how you can still have happiness and a love story while living with chronic pain. It reminded me of The Brown Sisters series in that way - beautiful love stories with "imperfect" or chronic issues that often don't get portrayed in media. Although I couldn't relate to these things, I can't imagine how seen someone who does may feel reading this. I know I felt a lot of empathy towards them.
This was a lovely read to round out the year. I might have to go back and read Mr Perfect On Paper next.
Avital was a great character and I love how the theme throughout the book was chronic pain and how you can still have happiness and a love story while living with chronic pain. It reminded me of The Brown Sisters series in that way - beautiful love stories with "imperfect" or chronic issues that often don't get portrayed in media. Although I couldn't relate to these things, I can't imagine how seen someone who does may feel reading this. I know I felt a lot of empathy towards them.
This was a lovely read to round out the year. I might have to go back and read Mr Perfect On Paper next.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness
Moderate: Chronic illness
Minor: Death of parent