This book... So well done - tackles a tough subject with grace, understanding, and even a bit of humor.
Noah and Dash are best friends. They go to Hebrew school together and love comedy. The best thing is that Dash's dad shares their love of comedy. Their sleepovers are filled with comedy sketches and humor. Things are going so well. Noah's bar mitzvah is coming up and even though he has to share it with a girl Noa (cue the ark jokes) he is excited. Then there is the comedy project that the school is doing. Noah, Dash, and Noa are going to be the Three Stooges. Epic!
Then the unthinkable happens. It turns out Dash's dad suffered from depression and commits suicide. The repercussions, emotions, and misunderstandings threaten Noah and Dash's friendship and even Noah's bar mitzvah.
I was skeptical when I read what this book was about but I was impressed by the balance and the understanding that was evident. There was a point where I felt the book was getting really heavy but it was soon balanced out with some light humor. I really appreciated the references to famous comedians including those who have dealt with depression and even suicide. For a heavy topic this was approached well and would be a good book to build understanding.
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