“If you're looking for a warm and cozy read that can also make you laugh out loud and brighten your mood, look no further than The Council of Wise Women... Although the novel is steeped in Jewish history and heritage, the humor is universal and can be enjoyed by readers from all cultures. Between the pages of Abrahmson's latest book can be found an unforgettable cast of characters and a story that hits on both their hearts and funny bones.... the humor is universal and can be enjoyed by readers from all cultures.”
— Reedsy Discovery
“...characters who leap off the page. Chelm's wise women are delightful and perceptive, their conversations a joy to read... Charming testament to Jewish traditions and the power of women.”
— Publishers Weekly
“Abrahmson's prose savvily mixes the homey and the surreal... he's a master...”
— Publishers Weekly
“A thoroughly enjoyable novel, both moving and astutely farcical.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“In the spirit of Sholem Aleichem...”
— AudioFile Magazine
“...a world of friendly humor.”
— Kirkus Reviews
The Council of Wise Women (The Village Life)
Pages
318
Praise
“If you're looking for a warm and cozy read that can also make you laugh out loud and brighten your mood, look no further than The Council of Wise Women... Although the novel is steeped in Jewish history and heritage, the humor is universal and can be enjoyed by readers from all cultures. Between the pages of Abrahmson's latest book can be found an unforgettable cast of characters and a story that hits on both their hearts and funny bones.... the humor is universal and can be enjoyed by readers from all cultures.”
— Reedsy Discovery
“...characters who leap off the page. Chelm's wise women are delightful and perceptive, their conversations a joy to read... Charming testament to Jewish traditions and the power of women.”
— Publishers Weekly
“Abrahmson's prose savvily mixes the homey and the surreal... he's a master...”
— Publishers Weekly
“A thoroughly enjoyable novel, both moving and astutely farcical.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“In the spirit of Sholem Aleichem...”
— AudioFile Magazine
“...a world of friendly humor.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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