My interpretation of this book's central premise was that the work toward reconciling oppressed people with their oppressors is the responsibility of the oppressed. Honestly I wasn't convinced. I don't agree that the wronged parties should have to initiate any efforts towards reconciliation.

I thought the author's perspective on the book of Jonah was interesting, but his attempts to apply its principles to modern (specifically US) society were vague and unsatisfying. His dismissal of existing work to address inequality and injustice stuck me as callous.

Though thought-provoking, I didn't particularly appreciate the author's writing style. I think it was often dryer and more academic than it had to be. There was also far too much repitition of the same points without significant clarification or elaboration. ( )