A review by bookph1le
Ash Wednesday by Paula McLain

4.0

I thought this was a well-written story with a lot of empathy and a real sense of Fritz, the main character. Though it's historical fiction, it still resonates today, given how immigrant populations are often still viewed in the U.S. I also think there's a relevant strain when it comes to how the safety and security of many is often sacrificed on the altar of efficiency, or to satisfy special interests.