another book
Ever been remotely curious about Iran? Wondered what went on behind the scenes in the Revolutionary Guards after the Islamic regime took it over?
If so, then A Time to Betray by Reza Kahlili is a must read. It's the autobiographical account of a man born in the 60s that focuses on his time as a member of those Guards. Reza walks us thru his life - joining the Guards, getting married, losing a best friend to Evin Prison & the atrocities that happen there. It's this event that spurs him to contact the CIA and begin his life as a spy - which is the heart of this story.
I'd expected to bored or confused but I read the book in 3 1/2 days (as time permitted) as I was so engrossed in his life.
If so, then A Time to Betray by Reza Kahlili is a must read. It's the autobiographical account of a man born in the 60s that focuses on his time as a member of those Guards. Reza walks us thru his life - joining the Guards, getting married, losing a best friend to Evin Prison & the atrocities that happen there. It's this event that spurs him to contact the CIA and begin his life as a spy - which is the heart of this story.
I'd expected to bored or confused but I read the book in 3 1/2 days (as time permitted) as I was so engrossed in his life.