Jennifer Tzivia MacLeod – författare

"A lovely peek into life in Israel."--Kirkus Reviews"wonderfully charming and thoroughly entertaining" -- Midwest Book ReviewThe sounds of Mrs. Strauss's Israeli village keep her awake but the gentle patter of long awaited rain is a welcome addition to the noise. Told with humor and quiet warmth, this story perfectly captures the sights and sounds of a small town in Israel, and the joy that comes with the country’s first winter rains.

"With a diverse cast of appealing characters and the sweet friendship between the two girls, MacLeod stresses the connections among all the members of the Jewish diaspora." – Kirkus ReviewsMaddie has just moved to Israel and is excited to celebrate the Ethiopian Jewish holiday of Sigd with her new friend Orly. But what about her own favorite fall holiday, Thanksgiving? Will Maddie be able to celebrate it in her new country? She's determined to find out!Together, Maddie and Orly go on a quest to find the ingredients for a delicious pumpkin pie and bring a taste of the United States to Israel.Along the way, they'll discover how their two holidays (and they themselves) have so much in common.Includes a parent note about the holiday of Sigd and its underlying value of gratitude.