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An absorbing multigenerational saga

Review by LTinuviel

Across So Many Seas is a beautifully written and moving novel that follows many generations of a Spanish Jewish family, starting with their expulsion from Spain in 1492. You'll be totally absorbed in the linked stories of Benvenida, Reina, Alegra, and Paloma as they face upheavals in their homelands and within their families. You'll learn a lot about history and culture, including the Ladino language spoken by Sephardic Jews, which was so cool to me because I'm Sephardic. But the best part is the relatable characters and the way the story wraps up at the end! (You'll have to read and find out.)

Jun 08, 2026 01:00 PM
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Across So Many Seas

Review by vardenc

It was a beautiful book that took place in four different places in time but in one jewish family. I couldn’t put it down until I finished reading it.

Jun 07, 2026 03:30 PM
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Really Great Book

Review by miriampjlibrary

I loved this book, and wasn’t able to put it down until I finished reading it.

Jun 04, 2026 09:36 PM
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Love this book

Review by BerkshireH2017

The book was so interesting it had so much depth to it there was some more sad parts but overall it was a good book and it really showed me how the Jews were treated so I just want to say thank you for the book ❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️

Jun 04, 2026 07:49 PM
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So good!!!

Review by MaineKid

I really like the way this book is written. The thing I like about it is that there are different people’s perspectives. I can’t put it down once I pick it up!

Jun 04, 2026 05:58 PM