About This Book
Reach for this book when your teen feels like a perpetual outsider or is struggling to communicate the weight of their depression to family members who may not understand. Darius Kellner is a self-described Fractional Persian who feels like he fits nowhere. In America, he is bullied for his heritage and his tea obsession; in Iran, he feels his Farsi is too weak and his American habits too strong. The story follows Darius on a trip to Yazd to visit his dying grandfather, where he navigates the complex landscape of clinical depression, cultural disconnect, and the transformative power of a first true friendship. It is an essential read for normalizing mental health conversations and validating the experience of those living between two cultures. Parents will appreciate the honest, non-sensationalized portrayal of medication and therapy, as well as the moving exploration of father-son dynamics. It is best suited for ages 13 and up due to themes of depression and social isolation.
