The Book of Stone

“The Book of Stone is a psychological thriller with a complex soul. In the tradition of writers like Robert Stone and Ian McEwan, Papernick describes the quest to save oneself by redeeming history, and the perilous consequences that arise from confusing the two tasks. It’s a harrowing, distinguished book.” – Steve Stern, author of The Wedding Jester and The Angel of Forgetfulness

“The Book of Stone is going to have everyone on the planet talking. Blistering smart, provocative and passionate, Papernick’s astounding novel layers a complex father and son story onto the Jewish/Arab conflict, where fierce loyalties and stunning betrayals are about to detonate. Nothing is as it seems in this divided American world: the political becomes personal, religious faith overrides family, and fear can shatter the possibility of love. An astonishing achievement that’s sure to ignite dialogue.” – Caroline Leavitt, New York Times bestselling author of Is This Tomorrow and Pictures of You

“Devastating, gripping and beautiful. The Book of Stone is about fathers and sons, how the past haunts the present, how trauma transcends generations and how wrong we can be about those who made us who we are…. Open this book carefully. You will close it changed.”  – Dara Horn, award-winning author of The World to Come and A Guide for the Perplexed

“Equal parts thriller and literary epic—a smart, haunting novel that entertains as it apprises. Papernick writes with impressive breadth….an important read for our historical moment. “ – Sara Novic, author of Girl at War