A review by jasmyn9
The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali

emotional hopeful informative inspiring reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Highly recommend this book to anyone that doesn't understand modern day Iran. Watching the events of the religious government take power through the eyes of two women in very different circumstances shows how far women's rights have fallen when they had been making such strides in the country. Homa's never give up attitude is inspirational (if a little reckless, but I don't know that I can blame her). While Ellie is far more accepting and above the changes, not wanting to make waves, but finds out she can't live a life without a few waves along the way. Wrapping up in current day America and seeing the generational change while still wanting better for their homeland was the perfect way to wrap up the story.