New Book Explores Love, Loss, and Jerusalem's Magic
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Sarah Tuttle-Singer's new book, "Fairy Lights in God’s Backyard: A Jerusalem Love Story," explores themes of love, loss, and resilience in Jerusalem. The book was inspired by the destruction of her home in a June 2026 explosion and her experiences as a single mother. Tuttle-Singer, who moved to Israel in 2010, uses Jerusalem as the central character, highlighting human connections and moments of beauty amidst hardship. The book aims to reveal stories beyond headlines and explore the city's unique spiritual and ordinary intersections.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Sarah Tuttle-Singer's new book, "Fairy Lights in God’s Backyard," explores love, loss, and life in Jerusalem.
- The book was inspired by a June 2026 explosion that destroyed Tuttle-Singer's Jerusalem home.
- Tuttle-Singer aims to find stories beyond headlines and focus on human connection.
- Motherhood, particularly raising a child with special needs, is a significant theme.
- Jerusalem is portrayed as the "main character," a place of divine and ordinary intersections.
- Tuttle-Singer moved to Israel in 2010 and has a deep connection to the Old City.
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