Monday the Rabbi Took Off

A Rabbi Small Mystery, Book 4

By: Harry Kemelman

Narrated by: George Guidall

A bomb plot draws Rabbi Small into international intrigue while he’s vacationing in the Holy Land in this New York Times–bestselling novel

David Small has spent 6 years as the rabbi of Barnard’s Crossing, Massachusetts, and every year his job has been in crisis. In desperate need of time away, he embarks on a 3-month trip to Israel. He expects a relaxing, soul-nourishing stay, but wherever Rabbi Small goes, murder follows.

A bombing disrupts his vacation and the rabbi finds himself thrust into a world of terrorism and political discord in the divided city of Jerusalem. He teams up with an Orthodox Israeli cop to hunt down the terrorists before they can attack again.

Dispensing Jewish wisdom as he employs his astute detective skills, Rabbi Small might be the only one who can crack this explosive case.

©1972 Harry Kemelman (P)1998 Recorded Books

Much better than last.

So glad this one wasn’t just a bunch of kvetching!
Last 2 were bit irritating with all that; too much.
Here’s a interesting story; again with good characters, like the 1st book. Enjoyed it.

Great story, the series continues!

Despite being 25 years old, this story is quite relevant. Wrapped up in a good plot in Israel, involving terrorist, spies, and police investigations, there is great dialogue and character development. It is only slightly dated, and I definitely recognize some of the characters.

As ahh

I loved the reflections of the Holy land. It all seemed to fit. instead of purposely meeting people, it flowed from happening to happening.

so far best in the series

I love Rabbi Small mysteries. They are charming, old fashioned in a good sense and talk about so much more than a mystery, yet mysteries are good too. This one has additional benefit of showing Israel at the time between six days war and Yom Kippur war. Wholeheartedly recommended.

clever plot

I find the Rabbi's continual quarrels with Temple leadership less attractive than the subtle ways the Rabbi solves problems.