There have been several reviews on my book from reputable sources like Washington Post, Forbes, Library Journal and others but some of the ones from readers themselves are really touching. Here is one I saw today:

“My mom has a tradition of getting me a book on war, politics, or terrorism for my birthday.

This year was “A Time to Betray” by pseudonym writer Reza Khalili.

This was my first introduction into the inner-workings of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. During my senior year at BYU, I spent most of my time researching the affects of the Cold War on resource-rich states like Iran and Afghanistan, but I’m positive that this book is accessible to anyone, regardless of former knowledge about Iran. Probably the most interesting to me was the political effects of a theocracy which turned, as he calls it, into a “thugocracy”, and the fine line that Iranian’s were forced to walk in order to truly live their religion while obeying the laws of the state.

This book is unique because it portrays the realities of Iranian life in the 60′s, 70′s and 80′s from the prospective of a disenchanted, American-educated, moderately religious Iranian man. It tells the story of his childhood, his friendships, his religious perspectives, and his college education in the United States. It talks of his marriage, his family, his job, and the events that take place to make him question the direction that the ruling body in Iran and his employers are taking. It talks of his decision to contact the CIA, to spy for the United States while living in Iran, and the daily dangers of working in the Revolutionary Guard and reporting their activities to the American government.

The book is incredibly well-written, with rich detail and even some humor. The beauty and tradition in Iranian culture were brought to life for me like nothing else has (except maybe the film “Children of Heaven,” which I HIGHLY recommend), and I am enchanted with the history and beliefs of the Iranian people. This book makes me ache for the suffering that has plagued this country and its people for decades, and wish that the ruling body would submit, more willingly, to the will of the people while maintaining their rich cultural heritage.

I give this book 5 stars, especially for people who are unfamiliar with Iran and it’s long history of suffering.”

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