In this spellbinding tale, a nameless woman’s life is forever changed by a tragic event in a Jerusalem market. As her body lies in a hospital morgue, her story unfolds through the eyes of a human resources man tasked with identifying and burying her. A masterful exploration of identity, societal neglect, and the complexities of human existence, “A Woman in Jerusalem” is a profound and deeply unsettling novel that will leave you questioning the very fabric of our society. With its unexpected twists and profound psychological insight, this novel is a must-read for anyone interested in a thought-provoking and deeply human story. A.B. Yehoshua’s writing is both a powerful critique of our neglect of the vulnerable and a poignant tribute to the human spirit.