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Chapter Twenty-one: Ali Shams
The chapter opens with Cyrus Shams in Brooklyn, attempting to call his friend Zee but hesitating to leave a message. His hands tremble uncontrollably, reflecting his inner turmoil. The narrative then shifts to memories of his father Ali's funeral, where only a handful of people attended, including his high school teacher, ex-girlfriend, and friends. Cyrus recalls the somber atmosphere and the scent of wet soil, a sensory memory that lingers with him. His uncle Arash's absence is noted, along with the later…-
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Chapter Twenty-two
The chapter opens with Cyrus dreaming of Orkideh, a bald woman with bushy eyebrows and oversized sunglasses, walking through a luxurious mall alongside President Invective, who struggles to keep pace. Orkideh appears amused by his discomfort, while Invective, clad in an ill-fitting suit, pants heavily despite carrying nothing. Cyrus reflects on his tendency to involuntarily include repulsive figures in his dreams, such as past bullies or infamous criminals, suggesting a subconscious grappling with…-
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Chapter Twenty-three
The chapter depicts a pivotal moment between Roya and Leila during a visit in Tehran, August 1987. While their husbands are away camping, Leila leads Roya through the bustling Tajrish bazaar, filled with vendors and sensory details like flowers, kabobs, and perfumes. The atmosphere is lively yet ordinary until Leila abruptly pulls Roya into a secluded alley, where she kneels and presses her ear to the ground, claiming to hear angels drumming beneath the earth. Roya, confused but intrigued, follows suit,…-
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Chapter Twenty-four: Orkideh
The chapter opens with Cyrus Shams waking up disoriented in a Brooklyn hotel room, cold and wet from having urinated in his bed—a relapse of an old habit from his drinking days. Despite being sober now, the incident floods him with familiar shame and self-loathing, along with the practical dread of inconveniencing the hotel staff. Cyrus reflects on how these feelings were once routine during his alcoholism, intertwined with rituals of hiding his messes. The episode triggers a wave of existential despair,…-
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Chapter Twenty-five
The chapter depicts a dreamlike encounter between Cyrus's father, Ali Shams, and the legendary poet Rumi outside a music venue. Ali, a hardworking immigrant who rarely appears in Cyrus's dreams, is seen smoking a cigarette—a habit he had abandoned in America. Rumi, adorned in vibrant robes and smoking a blunt, greets Ali with enthusiasm, revealing a mutual recognition between the two. The scene is set against the backdrop of a loud hardcore show, with young attendees milling about, creating a surreal…-
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Chapter Twenty-six
The chapter opens in Tehran, August 1987, with the narrator reflecting on a transformative first kiss with Leila, described as a word that evokes "heaven" rather than just "sky." The moment is charged with emotional depth, setting the tone for their intimate connection. The narrative shifts to a phone call from Ali and Gilgamesh, who are drunkenly checking in from a campsite, their boisterous banter contrasting with the quiet tension of the narrator and Leila's shared space. Leila's playful interaction…-
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The chapter opens with a reflection on Michelangelo's approach to sculpture—removing excess stone to reveal the masterpiece within. This metaphor extends to life, where eliminating negative elements (toxic relationships, bad habits) is often mistaken for creating goodness. The author critiques the Abrahamic moral framework, arguing that avoiding wrongdoing doesn't equate to active virtue. A rich man, for instance, may pride himself on not harming others while neglecting positive action, exposing the…
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Cyrus sits on a bench in Prospect Park, reeling from the news of Orkideh’s death after receiving a voicemail from her ex-wife and gallerist, Sang. Despite having known Orkideh for only a short time, Cyrus is deeply affected, contrasting his grief with the seemingly effortless composure of those around him. The chapter reflects on the fleeting nature of modern grief, reduced to a brief interruption in the constant stream of daily life. As Cyrus hesitantly returns Sang’s call, the weight of the moment is…
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Chapter Twenty-eight
The chapter explores the concept of grace through the perspective of Roya Shams, a woman who narrowly escaped death when her plane was mistakenly shot down by the USS *Vincennes*. Roya reflects on grace as an unearned gift, contrasting it with justice, which is transactional. She recounts how she traded passports with her lover, Leila, to help her flee Iran, only for Leila to perish in the crash instead. Roya grapples with the guilt of surviving while Leila died, framing her second chance at life as an…-
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Chapter Fourteen: Qu Yuan
The chapter opens with Cyrus waking up in a Brooklyn hotel room with his roommate Zee’s thumb in his mouth, a habit stemming from his childhood thumbsucking. Despite his father’s attempts to curb it with hot pepper juice, Cyrus’s subconscious now seeks out Zee’s thumb as a substitute. Their relationship is intimate but largely non-sexual, characterized by cuddling and occasional physical affection, which they struggle to define to others. They share a deep, platonic bond, often sleeping together…-
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