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In the turbulent Iran of the 1950s, a young girl's coming-of-age unfolds amidst the dramatic reign and overthrow of the Shah. Nazanine Hozar's debut novel "Aria" is an epic tale that interweaves human drama with political turmoil, tracing the upheaval of a nation through the eyes of an innocent child. As the tides of history swell around her, Aria must navigate a world of conflicting loyalties, forbidden love, and unraveling traditions.
Hozar, an Iranian-born author, draws upon her rich cultural heritage to craft a poignant and authentic narrative. With lyrical prose, she transports readers into the heart of 1950s Tehran, vividly evoking the sights, sounds, and complexities of a society on the brink of seismic change. "Aria" is a powerful debut that resonates with universal themes of resilience, identity, and the unbreakable bonds of family amidst the most trying of circumstances.