Kirkus (starred review)

& Compelling… It seems quite possible the men’s relationship will not survive these stresses, which Frank explores in depth and without reassuring sentimentality... [Frank] also excels at the social backdrops for her characters’ drama, from the fraught political climate in Israel… to the cozy, gossipy world of gay and lesbian life in Northampton…. [This is] strong storytelling driven by emotionally complex characters.”

[OR: “…Strong storytelling driven by emotionally complex characters…”]

Booklist (starred review)

&  This beautiful novel is old-fashioned in its approach, taking its sweet time to tell a tender love story between two flawed, good-hearted people, and yet it feels wholly fresh…In her second novel (after Crybaby Butch, 2004), Frank not only explores the complexities of the Israeli/Palestinian conflict but also presents the difficulties gay partners face in navigating the court system. Above all, though, this is a compassionate, utterly compelling story of how family members, torn apart by tragedy, must reach deep within themselves to meet their greatest challenge.

[OR: “…a compassionate, utterly compelling story of how family members, torn apart by tragedy, must reach deep within themselves to meet their greatest challenge.”]

Publishers Weekly (no star from these bastards!)

&  Frank shows a profound empathy for her characters, making this book heartbreaking, yet jubilantly hopeful.

OUT Magazine- http://www.out.com/entertainment/art-books/2014/07/14/judith-frank-all-i-love-and-know-must-read

Jewish Exponent
http://www.jewishexponent.com/culture/2014/07/an-ancient-conflict-creates-a-new-family

late last night books
http://latelastnightbooks.com/2014/07/04/interview-judith-frank-author-love-know/