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 

NOVEMBER 16 • 2023 | 25
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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.