A father and son need to come to terms with the death of their wife/mother and how this will affect all their other relationships.  Before attempting this book you need to know that this is a novel mainly written in verse and very Jewish/Israeli.  If this appeals, then do go into Oz's world - it is quirky, sexy and ultimately life-affirming.  Plus the  writing is beautiful in this translation - Nicholas de Lange should get every medal going.