The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan KamaliMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Hooter: The story of an unlikely friendship of two girls holding true through the annals of time.
A relatable Bollywood trope of poor girl and rich girl becoming best friends is probably the only similarity. In unlikely circumstances, the two met and bond even though they are so very different in their outlook and personalities. The trials and tribulations of a society in utmost change and turmoil primarily Iran in that phase of 1950s to 80s where numerous political switches happened which directly impact our protagonists as they grow of age through those times. From innocent friendships to teenage romances to political activism, there is a flavor of it all and whilst Stationery shop of Tehran still remains my best Marjan read, the Lion Women of Tehran is a heartfelt ode to friendships against all odds - a common place for the lion women of Tehran whether it is Ellie's mother, Ellie herself, her best friend Homa and her daughter. The men for a change play pivotal supporting roles in this narrative.
A strong narrative on women's rights, friendships that stretch on the last frayed thread of a rope yet thrive are couple of take aways this book gives you.
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