Survivor

Rating:
Summary: EXCELLENT
Review: I just could not put it down... in addition to making the reader aware of the history of the region and the atrocities that have been committed by the current islamic terrorist regime in Iran, we are gripped by the amazing course of events that consitute Reza Fazeli's life.

Fazeli and Hamilton hypnotize the reader with the story of one man's life. I just could not put the book down asking breathlessy... what next? until the final page...

A must read for anyone who wants to learn more about politics and the theocracy that terrorizes the middle east and in particular - Iran

Rating:
Summary: Fast-paced action with timely theme
Review: The story of Mr. Fazeli's escapes from the powers in Iran is compelling, especially in this day of terror on our doorstep. The book may focus on Iranian militants, but fanatics are not limited to one country or one people. Written in what is often called "faction", reality with fictional overtones, Mr. Fazeli's tale allows us to glimpse a man not altogether appealing to the Western reader, a man who admits his mistakes, but who remains chauvanistic to the end.

In spite of this, I found my sympathies engaged and I wanted to know what happened next. These rank as appealing qualities for my leisure reading and I would recommend this book not only to those looking for vicarious adventure, but also for readers who wish to glean insight into the workings of another culture and the mind of one of its sons, especially a son who attained celebrity status within that culture.

Rating:
Summary: Fast-paced action with timely theme
Review: The story of Mr. Fazeli's escapes from the powers in Iran is compelling, especially in this day of terror on our doorstep. The book may focus on Iranian militants, but fanatics are not limited to one country or one people. Written in what is often called "faction", reality with fictional overtones, Mr. Fazeli's tale allows us to glimpse a man not altogether appealing to the Western reader, a man who admits his mistakes, but who remains chauvanistic to the end.

In spite of this, I found my sympathies engaged and I wanted to know what happened next. These rank as appealing qualities for my leisure reading and I would recommend this book not only to those looking for vicarious adventure, but also for readers who wish to glean insight into the workings of another culture and the mind of one of its sons, especially a son who attained celebrity status within that culture.