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A review by rmarcin
In the Time of our History by Susanne Pari
5.0
Thanks to Kensington and the Between the Chapters Book Club for the beautiful book. This is a heart-wrenching story of an Iranian family who moved to the US after the revolution in 1979. However, the father is very traditional, and expects his two daughters to marry, oldest to youngest. His eldest has no intention of being married, so she rebels with a drastic act, but it allows her sister to get married and escape a terrible trauma of her own.
Now years later, and a year after her sister's death, Mitra must face the secrets of the past, and the mindset of the traditional patriarchy. When the secrets are finally revealed, there is hope for change.
This story provides a snapshot into the difficulties of moving to a foreign country, taking asylum, confronting traditional values and their danger to women. Although set in the 1970s (flashbacks) and 1990s, it is an interesting look at how culture can affect our lives. I was lucky enough to also listen to a book club discussion with the author, which was enlightening.
Now years later, and a year after her sister's death, Mitra must face the secrets of the past, and the mindset of the traditional patriarchy. When the secrets are finally revealed, there is hope for change.
This story provides a snapshot into the difficulties of moving to a foreign country, taking asylum, confronting traditional values and their danger to women. Although set in the 1970s (flashbacks) and 1990s, it is an interesting look at how culture can affect our lives. I was lucky enough to also listen to a book club discussion with the author, which was enlightening.