"This book will be particularly useful for Jews who are beginning to question their own beliefs about Zionism. Many of the essays trace the personal journeys of Jews who have parted ways with Zionism, describing the difficult emotional and intellectual issues with which they grapple."

Rabbi Laurie Zimmerman - The Progressive

"This book is valuable in that it describes and gives voice to the challenge to distance one’s self from an ideology that is presented as a liberation movement. These voices must contend with being called anti-Semitic and self-hating Jews by strangers as well as by family members."

Eleanor Roffman - Mondoweiss

"One often feels alone in questioning and calling out Zionism. This book shows that not only are there many others around who have come to the same conclusions, they represent the varied experiences of many of us – they validate this process."

Gabi S. - Amazon.com

"Carolyn L. Karcher has superbly edited a fascinating collection of autobiographical essays describing how devout American Jews disentangled themselves from the distortions of Zionism. In the process they recovered their authentic religiously and ethnically framed identities. Required reading for Jews, and engaging reading for everyone."

Richard Falk, Milbank Professor of International Law Emeritus, Princeton University

"These powerful stories send a message about the resilience and passion of a courageous group of Jews who have come to the realization that the state of Israel’s treatment of Palestinians does not live up to the ethical standards Jewish tradition demands. Taken together, their words challenge the idea that Judaism and Zionism are inseparable. Their commitment to live a Jewish life without Zionism bodes well for the future of Judaism."

Rebecca T. Alpert, Professor of Religion, Temple University