This was a very good look at the way immigrants in general and Jews and women in particular were treated in the early 20th century. It also was a revealing look at how children, especially daughters, of these immigrants were trying to break away from old traditions and join the modern world of the new country.

This is an interesting look at events in the lives of 2 young boys one hot summer in the early '60's. It is not so much a murder mystery, although the story revolves around some deaths, but a look at how it affects the lives of the boys and their family. Highly recommend it.