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An Observant Wife

A Novel

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An Observant Wife

By: Naomi Ragen
Narrated by: Gabra Zackman
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In this rich and compassionate novel, An Observant Wife, Naomi Ragen continues the love story between newly observant California-girl Leah and ultra-Orthodox widower Yaakov from An Unorthodox Match.

From the joy of their wedding day surrounded by supportive friends and family, Yaakov and Leah are soon plunged into the complex reality of their new lives together as Yaakov leaves his beloved yeshiva to work in the city, and Leah confronts the often agonizing restrictions imposed by religious laws governing even the most intimate moments of their married lives. Adding to their difficulties is the hostility of some in the community who continue to view Leah as a dangerous interloper, questioning her sincerity and adherence to religious laws and spreading outrageous rumors. In the midst of their heartfelt attempts to reach a balance between their human needs and their spiritual obligations, the discovery of a secret, forbidden relationship between troubled teenage daughter Shaindele and a local boy precipitates a maelstrom of life-changing consequences for all.

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Press

©2021 Naomi Ragen (P)2021 Macmillan Audio Fiction Jewish Women's Fiction World Literature Law Heartfelt Marriage Romance
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The story reads well and is not hackneyed. I didn’t want to stop reading until I finished.

Captivating

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I could not put this book down, I would love to see the author write a third book about this family.

Amazing

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Once I started listening I could not wait to get back to the book.

Compelling Story , Engaging Narration

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This book is a gem, full of flesh and blood characters. They strive for goodness, kindness, and faith but reveal human doubts and weaknesses. The story is intriguing and even dramatic. Altogether a satisfying experience. The narrator was wonderful—such a rich voice, full of compassion. Each character was distinctive, authentic, and recognizable. Great job all around!

Wonderful Story and Characters

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This was a wonderful book. It is important to have read Ms. Regan’s first book to have the back story. The Jewish vocabulary in the back of the book is lacking greatly in Jewish words used in the book and should be expanded. However, the story is very good and it was so interesting in learning of another culture.

Sequel to An Unorthodox Match

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I was thoroughly engrossed in this wonderful work! It is very psychologically, wise, and very poignant throughout.

Poignant and wise

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no spoilers, I like that the first one was s love story, this one is too, a different kind. The whole social issue is, of course, valid. aIi just wanted easy reading. I still recommend the book, and shines line onto an issue we all need to fill

read the first book before this one

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I thoroughly enjoyed this continuous story line and each book can stand on its own merit.

Excellent!

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Captivating. I enjoyed every moment of this.
Well written and very well narrated. The characters had depth and the book touched upon many topics in a very thoughtful and respectful way.

Well written and well narrated

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You are swept up into this faithful family’s lives from the first page. Narrator captures each of the character’s voice perfectly.

Excellent Story Telling.

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