Jephte's Daughter

Although it was interesting to read about Orthodox Jews and their rules and religion I found the writing far to over blown and romantic for my tastes. If I had to read one more description about how sweet, beautiful and spiritual Bathsheva was I think I might have tossed this book across the room.

This was a good read and gives some insight into an area of society not often seen by outsiders. I noticed some reviews of the book were extremely opposed to this book. Personally, while this isn't the experience of many people, it does invite the readers to look closely at those around them. I do admit that the protagonist doesn't seem all that likeable, though.

2015 (not sure it's a review, but something of the sort can be found at the link - which is a LibraryThing page)
https://www.librarything.com/topic/191940#5196187