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ROOFTOPS OF TEHRAN is a richly rendered first novel about courage, sacrifice, and the bonds of friendship and love. In clear, vivid details, Mahbod Seraji opens the door to the fascinating world of Iran and provides a revealing glimpse into the life and customs of a country on the verge of a revolution.

"...charmingly romantic. Seraji captures the thoughts and emotions of a young boy and creates a moving portrait of the history and customs of the Persians and life in Iran."
--Publishers Weekly, March 2009

"Seraji’s wonderful coming-of-age story is at times funny and sweet as well as thought-provoking and heart-wrenching."
--Booklist April 2009

"Refreshingly filled with love rather than sex, this coming-of-age novel examines the human cost of po
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NAW- Tell us about your book, ROOFTOPS OF TEHRAN. How did you get the idea for it? What is it about? How did you select the title?

Lets start with the story first. Here’s the synopsis:

In a middle class neighborhood of Tehran, 17 year old Pasha spends the summer of 1973 on his rooftop with his best friend Ahmed dreaming about future, and struggling with a crushing secret: his love for his beautiful Read more of this blog post »
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“Don't take life too serriously; you'll never get out of it alive!”
Mahbod Seraji, Rooftops of Tehran

“Sometimes I find myself sitting in one spot for hours, staring at nothing, thinking of nothing, feeling nothing, and most disturbingly, caring about nothing.”
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“Trust me. A storm is brewing inside this cool cat now. She'll gradually break down and you'll see what's behind the clouds.”
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Mahbod Christine wrote: "thanks for being my friend"

My pleasure and honor, Christine.
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Christine Hatfield thanks for being my friend


Christine Hi Mahbod,just dropping by for a visit. I would like to invite you to check out Shadow Forrest Authors for charity and help support illiteracy issues. We also have a SFA group here on goodreads. Have a great week.
Blessing CJ



Christine Hi Mahbod, stopped by to see what's new on your page. Have a great week.
Blessings CJ
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Karen Mains Hello Mahbod,

Thank you for inviting me. Please do check out my profile for my books I authored.

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Mahbod Andrea wrote: "Hi & thank you for being a friend. CONGRATS on the new release!"

Thanks Andrea...Thanks for accepting my friend offer.


Mahbod Tamela wrote: "Thank you for adding me as a friend on your site."

My pleasure...


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