The Israeli experience . . . this moving novel tells the story of Ora, husband Ilan and ex-lover Avram, ex p.o.w in Egypt. Hiking through Galilea, Ora gives Avram back his self but can she save her son, at the front? These bare bones fail to convey the richness and complexity of this story of love, tragedy and survival in a country that feels itself irremediably embattled - extra poignant knowing Grossman's son died in the Lebanon. An eye-opening, thought-provoking masterpiece.
(Annabel Bedini - bwl 67 Winter 2013 ) |
