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This book was one of those that you will never forget. I think only a parent knowing their child was in danger could of been so strong amid all the things this mother went thru. I often think of this book since i have finished it and wonder what made her husband change so when he was a different man in the United States. Very scary. I loathed him in the end and thanked God aloud, that she did what she did and made it. Wonderful read.

Oh my gosh! This book was awesome! Kept me on the edge of my chair the whole time I was reading it. I couldn't put it down. What a courageous, TRUE story. I will never forget it.

This book is phenominal. Reading along you fall into the life of Betty Mahmoody, a happily married American woman. The big difference from many others is Betty is married to an Iranian man. She thinks he is totally Americanized.

On a "vacation" to Tehran Betty finds herself hostage to a husband she suddenly doesn't really know and a country whos beliefs are very different. Marriage to an Iranian makes you in Iranian by the laws in Iran.

The story tells of the risks and courage Betty showed to escape her husband and Iran with her daughter.

It was quite an eye opener. We not only learn about Betty and her daughter Mahtob, but we realize how fragile our rights as Americans can be.

Great read! Tons better than the move!

A very good read. This book most definitely opened my eyes.I found it to be a bit emotionally draining as the characters are going through so much grief The ending is very satisfying. Try A Thousand Splendid Suns if you enjoy this book , or the film with Sally Field.