San Francisco Public Library Presents: Susanne Pari in conversation with Amy Tan
Desideratum Podcast Presents: Susanne Pari in conversation with Theresa Bakken
The Mark Twain House & Museum Presents: Susanne Pari in conversation with Kamin Mohammadi
AMCA Presents: Susanne Pari in conversation with Jane Ciabattari
Book Passage Presents: Susanne Pari in conversation with Jasmin Darznik
A Publishers Marketplace Buzz Books Selection
“A universal tale that naturally leads to self-reflection and conversations about the changing relationship between mothers and daughters, and the choices we make, good and bad, early in life and late, which determine our identity."
“In the Time of Our History provides a kaleidoscopic look at what it means to be an Iranian-American, what it means to be an American – what it means to be human. Susanne Pari has written a wonderful story that is both unique and universal, a must-read tile in the new mosaic of American novels.”
“A beautifully-refined tale of the conflicts, secrets, tragedies, and revelations that many immigrants and their American-born children must live through in order to preserve the fragile fabric of family in the diaspora.”
Susanne Pari’s IN THE TIME OF OUR HISTORY is full of wonder. It manages to be both an expansive generational tapestry and an intimate portrait of family shot through with loss, humor, and hope. The novel reminds us, as all great fiction does, about the dangers of secrets left unspoken and those that simply must be revealed.
Praise From
Booksellers
“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.”
– Carrie Deming, The Dog Eared Book (Palmyra, NY)
“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.”
– Cori Cusker, Bright Side Bookshop (Flagstaff, AZ)
"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.”
– Cori Cusker, Bright Side Bookshop (Flagstaff, AZ)
“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.”
– Fran Zeigler, Titcomb’s Bookshop (East Sandwich, MA)
“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.” – Linda Bond, Auntie’s Bookstore (Spokane, WA)
Praise From
Librarians
“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.”
– Jennifer Dayton, Fairfield Public Library (Fairfield, CT)
“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.”
– Beth Mills, New Rochelle Public Library (New Rochelle, NY)
"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."
– Douglas Beatty, Baltimore County Public Library (Baltimore, MD)
“Explores the fierce woman and their roles as mothers and sisters, by blood or by choice, against a rich, cultural backdrop.”
– Jennifer Winberru, Hunterdon County Library (Flemington, NJ)