jewish books

What Will Survive of Us ★★★★

What Will Survive of Us ★★★★

In his latest novel, Jacobson’s authoritative wit is at its best as he follows his protagonists through years spent together, through old age and eventual decline, in what his publisher describes as ‘a funny, passionate, lyrical and provocative exploration of a love affair through time’…

Ridley Road on TV this weekend

Ridley Road on TV this weekend

Last year we were lucky enough to host author Jo Bloom at our first ever book club, where she discussed her debut 2015 novel Ridley Road, which had just been commissioned for adaptation by the BBC. This Sunday the thrilling four-part drama is finally set to premier. The story is told from…

Interview: John Dyson

Interview: John Dyson

From judges being denounced as ‘Enemies of the People’, to speculation on the symbolism of Supreme Court Judge Lady Hale’s spider brooch, the UK’s justice system has been a surprising subject of recent media attention. A former Supreme Court Judge himself, John Dyson is no…