Stories Rooted In Iran: Historical Fiction Novels That Stayed With Me

These are stories that will stay with me. They transported me — not just to a place, but into the heart of lives so rich, complex, and beautifully human. These two novels set in Iran have been deeply impactful to me, not because they fit headlines or politics, but because they remind us of the innocent people there — people who laugh, dream, grieve, hope, and are searching for love and connection in the world.

The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali
The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kamali

Have you read either of these? Or is there another book set in Iran that moved you in this way?

In this post, I’m also sharing a few details from a special luncheon with dear friends at the new Diyar restaurant in Sammamish.