She owns the only restaurant. He’s the wisest man in The Village. Together, they make an unlikely and lovable pair. From the Audie Award nominated author of the National Jewish Book Award Finalist, Winter Blessings. The lethal latkes is not a murder mystery. - The New York Times
Village stories that deftly lift a curtain on a world of friendly humor and touching details of Jewish life. - Kirkus Reviews
joyful charm… troubled congregants… warm relationships, and the power of women - Audiofile Magazine
Courtship, weddings and celebrations, stories of Rosh Hashanah, Chanukah, and Passover, and of course delicious food. It is time for a new generation of readers to discover the unorthodox wisdom of Rabbi Kibbitz and the savory sense of Mrs. Chaipul.
They’ve known each other for years. Finally, they’re getting together!
Izzy Abrahmson is an undiscovered genius of delightful fiction. Readers of all backgrounds will be captivated by his lighthearted take on Jewish village life. In interviews, he sometimes says this is his family’s history, and sometimes says he made it all up from whispers and smiles. The characters are so vivid that you’ll instantly love them. Each chapter story is a gem, woven into a novel of stories.
A Village Romance will almost certainly make you laugh and might even cause you to shed a tear.
- Jewish Rhode Island
More good press about Izzy Abrahmson’s Village Life Series
Delightful and whimsical. - Jewish Herald Voice.
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the mix-ups are many and the potential for laughter abundant. - Jewish Book World
Izzy Abrahmson is the former editor of The Rhode Island Jewish Herald. He has toured the United States and Europe, delighting readers and listeners of all ages with his stories interspersed with his unique klezmer harmonica sounds.His stories of The Village Life have been published in newspapers and magazines around the world.
The Village Life is a series that can be read in any order. Set in an Eastern European Jewish community, they are meant for readers from all backgrounds. As Mrs. Chaipul says, The Village is like rye bread. You don’t need to be Jewish to enjoy it.
The novel, The Village Twins and the novella A Village Romance** are written for adults, but younger people may delight in many of the chapters.
Winter Blessings and The Village Feasts are holiday collections for adults, children and families to share.
Whatever route you take through The Village Life, you’re certain to leave happy.
