“In The Time of Our History is so many things – beautifully written, filled with captivating characters and a really unique look at Iranian immigrants in the U.S. during the late 1990’s. You will fall in love with the Jahani family (well, most of them) and not be ready to let them go at the end of the book.”

“This wonderful novel is a poignant examination of what it means to be in exile, either from the country of one's birth, or of one's own heart.”

“Pari gives us a poignant experience of the isolation and loss of self that is often created by cultural, physical, and familial exile and displacement. More than a lesson in Iranian culture and history, Pari is exploring the timeless theme of familial obligations and shows how pushing against long-held beliefs and expectations often leads to unexpected revelations and hidden truths you failed to see were right in front of you.”

"Pari is exploring the timeless theme of familial obligations and shows how pushing against long-held beliefs and expectations often leads to unexpected revelations and hidden truths you failed to see were right in front of you.”

“A very moving story of dysfunctional family members struggling to satisfy the universal human longing for the love of family and a place that feels like home. These characters will stay with the reader after the last page is turned.”

"In a work both timely and culturally relevant, this story of an Iranian American family struggling with grief will captivate readers with its nuanced characters and strong exploration of family dynamics… the roles of women in a changing society, and characters strain to find balance between a modern world and the traditional Moslem religion that is steeped in patriarchy."

“A gem of a novel that immerses the reader deep into the Iranian American experience, including the ups, the downs, the drama and the secrets.”

“Susanne Pari has obviously placed her own heart in this story. I could feel her pain, her hope and her love for others. She has a storyteller’s gift – the ability to mesmerize the reader who cannot resist reading just one more page.”

“Explores the fierce woman and their roles as mothers and sisters, by blood or by choice, against a rich, cultural backdrop.”