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The Matzah Ball

Jean Meltzer
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The Matzah Ball

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

Book Brief

Jean Meltzer

The Matzah Ball

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2020s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer follows a Jewish romance novelist with chronic illness who secretly writes Christmas novels. She's faced with a dilemma when she's invited to a Christmas Eve gala by a childhood acquaintance, forcing her to reconcile her professional life with her personal beliefs and challenges.

Romantic

Humorous

Heartwarming

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer charms readers with its unique holiday romance, blending Jewish traditions and chronic illness representation. The protagonist's journey is heartwarming and humorous. However, some find the plot predictable and the pace uneven. Overall, it delivers a refreshing take on holiday themes with genuine character depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Matzah Ball?

A reader who enjoys The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer likely appreciates culturally rich, romantic comedies with a holiday twist. Fans of Sophie Kinsella’s Shopaholic series or Jasmine Guillory’s The Wedding Date will enjoy its heartfelt humor and exploration of identity and tradition.

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2020s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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