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An Almost Perfect MomentIn Brooklyn, in the Age of Disco, Valentine Kessler a sweet Jewish girl who bears a remarkable resemblance to the Virgin Mary of Lourdes has an unerring gift for shattering the dreams and hopes of those who love her. Miriam, her long suffering mother, betrayed and anguished by the husband she adores, seeks solace in daily games of mah jongg with The Girls, a cross between a Greek Chorus and Brooklyn's rendition of the Three Wise Men, who dispense
In Brooklyn, in the Age of Disco, Valentine Kessler -- a sweet Jewish girl who bears a remarkable resemblance to the Virgin Mary of Lourdes -- has an unerring gift for shattering the dreams and hopes of those who love her. Miriam, her long-suffering mother, betrayed and anguished by the husband she adores, seeks solace in daily games of mah-jongg with The Girls, a cross between a Greek Chorus and Brooklyn's rendition of the Three Wise Men, who dispense advice, predictions, and care in the form of poppy-seed cake and apple strudels. When her greatest fear for Valentine is realized, Miriam takes comfort in the thought that it couldn't get any worse. And then it does.
Sagacious, sorrowful, and hilarious, An Almost Perfect Moment is a novel about mothers and daughters, star-crossed lovers, doctrines of the divine, and a colorful Jewish community that once defined Brooklyn.
This P.S. edition features an extra 16 pages of insights into the book, including author interviews, recommended reading, and more.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Ecco Press
Published: 02/15/2005
ISBN: 9780060520878
Pages: 352
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 8.12h x 5.50w x 0.86d
Review Citations: Ingram Advance 02/01/2005 pg. 47
New York Times 03/06/2005 pg. 24
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★★★★★ 5
all the information you need in one book
Format: Paperback
I recently picked up Astral Projection for Beginners, recommended by a friend, and I wish I had discovered it sooner! Having tried to master astral travel with another book, I struggled to make progress, but Grace’s guide covers everything you need to know to successfully navigate this fascinating practice. The book delves into techniques for transitioning from your physical body to your astral body, addressing the fears that may arise during the process. Grace explains how fear can pull you back into your physical form, providing insights on what to expect when you embark on astral travel. This comprehensive approach makes it an essential read for anyone serious about exploring this realm. One of the standout features of the book is the inclusion of various case studies detailing the experiences of individuals who have successfully astral traveled, along with Grace’s own firsthand accounts. This blend of practical information and personal narratives makes the material relatable and engaging. You learn so much from others’ experiences, and it adds a layer of authenticity to the guidance provided. I had a close call with astral travel just last night while using the rope technique. When I caught sight of my physical body from my astral body, I panicked and was instantly pulled back. Grace addresses this fear in her book, explaining that it’s a common reaction and offering strategies to overcome it. I appreciated her reassurance and guidance, which gave me the confidence to try again tonight. As I was finishing the book on my way to New York, I felt inspired and determined to attempt astral travel again. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in this practice. It’s a well-rounded resource that includes all the information you need—and then some—to successfully explore the world of astral travel.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Finally, A Journey Beyond
Format: Kindle
I approached this book with healthy skepticism but found myself completely transformed. After years of meditation with limited results, the step-by-step techniques described here finally helped me achieve my first genuine out-of-body experience last week—something I never thought possible.
The author strikes the perfect balance between accessibility and depth. The historical context grounds everything in fascinating tradition while the practical methods are refreshingly clear and effective. I especially appreciated the safety precautions; they addressed anxieties I didn't even know I had.
What surprised me most was how my astral experiences have positively affected my everyday life. I'm sleeping better, feeling more connected to others, and approaching challenges with newfound perspective.
The section on navigating different astral realms is particularly enlightening—it matched my experiences so precisely that I got chills.
For anyone curious about consciousness beyond the physical, this guide is the genuine article.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2025
★★★★★ 4
Great information for such a sensitive subject.
Format: Kindle
This book has a lot of great information and very useful techniques I do wish that the author would have gone a little bit deeper into some of the techniques and some of the direct experiences that will happen as a result but this is a great starter guide.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2025
★★★★★ 5
This was beyond my expectations!
Format: Paperback
I was absorbed by this book. It is such a wonderfully easy read. I just loved it, and it resonated with me so much! The very best part for me was discovering that I did astral project from a lucid dream. I didn't know that was possible, but when she spoke about it in the book I realized that I absolutely had. It clicked! I was having a bad lucid dream about 6 months ago and my precious beloved son (who passed almost five years ago now) came to me. I had asked for this as I am very actively spiritual. Well, I was distressed in my dream and he started calling my name in his own voice ("Mom"), three times he called me, and I reached out towards the sound of his voice and started searching for him with my intuition and called out his name, reaching out my arms for him and from my lying down position I stood up out of my body and was standing with him in the astral realm from my dream. I remember thinking, "How can I be standing here with him if I'm lying in my bed now?." and I asked him, "How can you be here like this?!" It was so very beautiful. I will just say that much about it. But, this book is really 5 stars! I read a lot. This book was so inspiring and laid out so well. Excellent job, Sophia Grace! I would love to pay to have a psychic session with you. I would love to go to one of her sessions. I hope that information is made available. Thank you for such great energy that emits from this book.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2024
★★★★★ 5
More than a standard "template" of AP books!
Format: Kindle
I've been interested in,and reading AP books for over 30 years and though "waiting for the vibrations and easing myself out of body" has never come easily for me as most books so predictably and expectedly teach us to do, and as this one does, it's never happened for me this way. I simply become aware near my bed or body, and even still, only a few times in these decades of effort.
I am grateful however that the author takes such great effort to include the health and care necessary for our entire and overall being, and how essential energy, and its overall quality, is vital for such a demanding energetic process that we are calling for in our own soul journeys. The support and assurances found within make this a welcome and most helpful addition to the ongoing library of astral projection guidebooks available to humanity today.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2025