The New Jew: An Unexpected Conversion
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The New Jew: An Unexpected Conversion
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3.25 of 5 stars

The New Jew is the story of an unexpected road to conversion, from first invitation to temple, through encounters with rabbis that left her feel... read full description


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Feb 03, 2010
Amanda rated it: 3 of 5 stars
I enjoyed hearing Sally Friedes (a native of my home state who spoke in Milwaukee) talk as much (if not more) than I enjoyed her book. I'm glad someone isn't afraid to share her voice!!!
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Oct 19, 2009
John marked it as to-read
Heard the author on the radio. The Goodreads description of this book is one of the weakest I have seen. Go to Amazon for Editorial reviews and customer reviews for a better idea of what this book is about. A Catholic girl from Milwaukee finds unexpected hope in a new religion...
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Sep 06, 2011
Katlet rated it: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this book, especially because Friedes went deeply into her conversion experience. Though she is married to a Jewish husband, she decides to convert of her own motives.
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Oct 12, 2011
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Feb 09, 2011
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Feb 25, 2010
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Apr 01, 2010
Janet rated it: 2 of 5 stars
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Mar 14, 2011
M rated it: 4 of 5 stars
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Oct 05, 2009
Amy rated it: 2 of 5 stars
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Jul 11, 2009
Chanel rated it: 5 of 5 stars
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Mar 28, 2011
Alicia rated it: 2 of 5 stars
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Aug 18, 2009
Laura rated it: 4 of 5 stars
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