In times of trouble, we often turn to a higher power for support.
Magical Meet Cute is the latest romcom from Jean Meltzer. It was published in August. After an abusive childhood and a broken engagement, Faye Kaplan needed a fresh start. After leaving her life in New York City behind, she resettled in Woodstock, NY. Living out her dream as a ceramicist, the only thing that is missing is a partner.
At first, Faye convinces herself that she does not need a relationship. She has her friends, and her work, and has finally put the past behind her. Coming home from another hopeless singles event at the local synagogue, she finds the streets littered with antisemitic fliers.
Drunk on grief, anger, and red wine, she creates a golem. While molding the creature via clay, she decides to throw in what she is looking for in a boyfriend. The next day, Faye hits a man with her …