When the Angels Left the Old Country, Sacha Lamb
When the Angels Left the Old Country, Sacha Lamb
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When the Angels Left the Old Country

Author: Sacha Lamb

Narrator: Donald Corren

Unabridged: 9 hr

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 10/18/2022


Synopsis

Uriel the angel and Little Ash (short for Ashmedai) are the only two supernatural creatures in their shtetl (which is so tiny, it doesn’t have a name other than Shtetl). The angel and the demon have been studying together for centuries, but
pogroms and the search for a new life have drawn all the young people from their village to America. When one of those young people, Essie, goes missing, Uriel and Little Ash set off to find her.

Along the way the angel and demon encounter humans in need of their help, including Rose Cohen, whose best friend (and the love of her life) has abandoned her to marry a man, and Malke Shulman, whose father died mysteriously on his way to America.

But there are obstacles ahead of them as difficult as what they’ve left behind. Medical exams (and demons) at Ellis Island. Corrupt officials, cruel mob bosses, murderers, poverty. The streets are far from paved with gold.

With cinematic sweep and tender observation, Sacha Lamb presents a totally original drama about individual purpose, the fluid nature of identity, and the power of love to change and endure.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Rosh

In a Nutshell: A historical fantasy with a strong foundation of Judaism. With an angel and a demon and a queer woman leading the cast, this was a unique ride. I would have loved it even more had I understood all the Jewish references, but it was still amazing. The audiobook narrator was outstanding......more

Goodreads review by Emily

A whimsical and unique fairytale of adventure, friendship, and justice. Using both religion and folklore, history and fantasy, When Angels Left the Old Country is a charming whirlwind of action and self discovery. With exciting twists and tenderness we also see the pivotal moments that define friend......more

[ETA, Aug. 5, 2024: I happened to look at the book's GR page and find, to my delight, that I have to delete the "under the radar" tag. Hooray!] I don't know where to begin with the adjectives. Magical. Funny. Touching. Joyful. Poignant. Damn, this is a terrific book. An angel (who at first has no fixe......more