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Miracles and Menorahs by Stacey Agdern
4.0
Miracles & Menorahs really meant the world to me. You can tell that Stacey Agdern put her heart and soul into it, and all of the dreams she’s ever had for Hanukkah and the Jewish people. She talks about the Festival of Lights being a beacon in the darkness, a way to bring love and light to all people (Jewish or otherwise). She discusses the importance of family, traditions, community, and joy. I wish Hollowville and their Hanukkah festival existed because I would go every year!
This story follows Sarah Goldman and Isaac Lieberman. Sarah is a resident of Hollowville, the smallest of small towns, just outside of New York City. She is known as the “Hanukkah Fairy” because she helps run the town’s Hanukkah Festival every year. Isaac on the other hand, is a metal sculptor from the city. While Sarah loves celebrating Hanukkah with the whole town, Isaac thinks it should be celebrated at home with your family. But when the Hanukkah festival is threatened to become a “holiday” festival, Isaac’s help may be the only thing that can save Hollowville’s favorite tradition.
The representation in Miracles & Menorahs was everything! Hollowville is the kind of Jewish small-town that only exists in my dreams. The local cafe is known for its soofganiyot inspired lattes, and has latkes on the menu year-round. Nearly all of the main characters are Jewish, yet they’re still so diverse and multi-faceted. But honestly, the idea of a Hanukkah festival is just absolutely inspired. The whole town gets behind the idea of a Hanukkah-specific festival, purely for the reason that there isn’t one anywhere else. And because of that, Jews from all around the world have begun to flock to Hollowville each year. Even though it’s not real, Agdern made it feel like it could be. The love and joy and the way Hollowville embraced everyone warmed my heart so much. I felt like I was there celebrating with them! I think everyone would enjoy Miracles & Menorahs, even if you’re not Jewish (but especially if you are)!
This story follows Sarah Goldman and Isaac Lieberman. Sarah is a resident of Hollowville, the smallest of small towns, just outside of New York City. She is known as the “Hanukkah Fairy” because she helps run the town’s Hanukkah Festival every year. Isaac on the other hand, is a metal sculptor from the city. While Sarah loves celebrating Hanukkah with the whole town, Isaac thinks it should be celebrated at home with your family. But when the Hanukkah festival is threatened to become a “holiday” festival, Isaac’s help may be the only thing that can save Hollowville’s favorite tradition.
The representation in Miracles & Menorahs was everything! Hollowville is the kind of Jewish small-town that only exists in my dreams. The local cafe is known for its soofganiyot inspired lattes, and has latkes on the menu year-round. Nearly all of the main characters are Jewish, yet they’re still so diverse and multi-faceted. But honestly, the idea of a Hanukkah festival is just absolutely inspired. The whole town gets behind the idea of a Hanukkah-specific festival, purely for the reason that there isn’t one anywhere else. And because of that, Jews from all around the world have begun to flock to Hollowville each year. Even though it’s not real, Agdern made it feel like it could be. The love and joy and the way Hollowville embraced everyone warmed my heart so much. I felt like I was there celebrating with them! I think everyone would enjoy Miracles & Menorahs, even if you’re not Jewish (but especially if you are)!