The Yiddish Policemen’s Union
By Michael Chabon
Utterly fascinating alternate history
Review by Lawrence I. Charters, June 24, 2014
Set in a Sitka, Alaska, that has a massive Jewish population formed refugees from both World War II and a failed attempt to found a modern Israel, we have: a murder mystery. Richly and elegantly written, this Hugo and Nebula winning novel features religious fanatics, secret agents, convoluted plots, chess, and a wealth of vivid, memorable characters. Highly recommended.
Once you have finished, be sure and read Chabon’s note on what triggered the writing of the novel. It is a short note, an arresting one.