G
et ready for a one-
of-a-kind literary
experience as
Temple Israel presents an
evening with author Mitch
Albom at 7 p.m. on Nov. 27.
Albom is set to introduce
his latest book, The Little
Liar, offering an evening
packed with insights into
a tangled web of truth,
deception and redemp-
tion. This event promises
to be an unforgettable and
thought-provoking experi-
ence.
In combating antisemi-
tism and prejudice, discuss-
ing stories like The Little
Liar becomes a powerful
tool. It reminds us of the
importance of acknowl-
edging historical truths, no
matter how uncomfortable,
and fosters a deeper under-
standing of the consequenc-
es of discrimination and
hatred. By confronting the
past, we equip ourselves
with the knowledge and
empathy needed to build a
more inclusive and compas-
sionate future.
In The Little Liar, Albom
takes us on a gripping jour-
ney into the life of a young
boy in wartime Greece. As
his hometown is occupied
by the Nazis, he finds him-
self caught up in a terrible
situation, unknowingly
assisting in a tragedy. This
event marks a turning
point, leading the boy to a
lifetime of struggling with
the truth.
This touching story
delves into themes of hon-
esty, devotion and revenge,
reminding us of the harm
caused by deceit and the
power of love to mend even
the most broken hearts.
Albom will be sharing the
inspiration behind The Little
Liar and discussing the
powerful themes that make
this novel a must-read.
Tickets are $30 for
Temple Israel members
and $40 for non-members.
Every ticket includes a
signed copy of The Little
Liar.
Keep the magic of the
evening alive by mingling
with fellow book lovers at
the dessert reception fol-
lowing the presentation.
Register at www.
temple-israel.org/event/
TheLittleLiar.
Author to discuss his new book
The Little Liar at Temple Israel event.
An Evening with
Mitch Albom
SEAN SHAPIRO SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH NEWS
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with 242 small lights — each
representing one of the kid-
napped hostages. The idea for
placing lights at local syna-
gogues and temples originat-
ed with Stacy Levine Vieder
who wants to “bring light to
the hostage situation.”
She said that Aish Detroit
has lights and Temple Shir
Shalom has empty chairs out-
side its building to commem-
orate the hostages (see page
14). Vieder hopes that other
religious institutions will fol-
low suit.
Detroit Shinshinim
read the names of
the hostages out
loud.