The Immortals of Tehran by Alireza Taheri Araghi

The Immortals of Tehran

Alireza Taheri Araghi

fiction historical magical realism adventurous challenging reflective medium-paced

400 pages | first published 2020

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As a child living in his family's apple orchard, Ahmad Torkash-Vand treasures his great-great-great-great grandfather's every mesmerizing word. On the day of his father's death, Ahmad listens closely as the seemingly immortal elder tells him the t...
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Summary of 61 reviews

Moods

emotional 75%
challenging 50%
mysterious 50%
reflective 50%
tense 50%
dark 37%
sad 37%
adventurous 25%
informative 12%

Pace

slow 60%
medium 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 37% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 44% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 22%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 44% | Yes: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 88% | No: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 44% | No: 11%

Average rating

3.58

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