May 16, 2026 The Lion Women of Tehran (Caitlin’s Pick)

Discussion: Caitlin- Disappointed. Felt bored at the end. Never had a climax. Hated the politics of the story but enjoyed the descriptions. Rushed ending. Overall, didn’t enjoy. WRTC/ WNRA. 2.5/5 Fav- Abdol Julie- First thought.. this has to be better then Tender is the Flesh. Loved the historical fiction. Enjoyed the first half of the book but then kept waiting for something to happen. Ending sucked. WR/PWRA. 3/5 Fav- Mehrdad Jocelyn- Another story anbout two friends torn apart by something and then reunited. The writing style had lots of repeating and the storyline was predictable. Loved the culture of this book. So much to learn! Loved the political history. WR/MRA. 3/5 Fav- Mehrdad Ali- Judged this book by its cover. Enjoyed the history of the culture. Hated the mom till the end. Descriptions were good but too dragged out. Overall enjoyed. WR/WRA. 3/5 Fav- Homa $$$Balance: $376.11 Next Book- Isola by Allegra Goodman 356pgs Next Club July 12th @ Trout Farm 10:30 Brunch. ANNAVERSARY CLUB!!!! Cocktails: Espresso Martini’s Announcements: Caitlin- Fucking raw…baby baby baby Julie- Chris and I are better than ever. Jocelyn- Hawaii was amazing and my heart is full. Ali- Midlife crisis has hit.