Things Left Unsaid

A Novel

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Pub Date Apr 15 2025 | Archive Date Apr 29 2025

Description

A dazzling, electrifying, and thought-provoking novel for readers of Maame and Honey Girl, Things Left Unsaid is a mesmerizing and deeply-felt exploration of discovering your place in the world and the lasting power of love.

When twenty-six year old Shirin Bayat bumps into Kian at a house party in London, she is taken aback by the immediate feelings that resurface. It’s been a decade since they were close friends at school, before painful events pulled them apart, suddenly and seemingly forever. Ever since, Shirin has lived with the aching weight of things left unsaid between them.

Now they're back in each other's lives, at a time when Shirin needs someone she can trust the most. Feeling stuck in a sea of slippery friendships and deeply burned out by her publishing job, Kian is a bright light amongst a sea of gray. There’s nothing worse than losing the person you trust most with your deepest secrets and desires, and Shirin and Kian are determined to hold tightly to each other.

But of course, life often has other plans. Will it be different this time around, or are Shirin and Kian destined to fall apart once more?

"A delicate yet impactful look at depression, disillusioned dreams, second chances at love and the power of bravery. What a book!" - Jessica George

"Intricate and deft...Jafari has written a total stunner." - Amy Jo Burns, author of Mercury

A dazzling, electrifying, and thought-provoking novel for readers of Maame and Honey Girl, Things Left Unsaid is a mesmerizing and deeply-felt exploration of discovering your place in the world and...


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ISBN 9781250288837
PRICE $29.00 (USD)
PAGES 320

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The writing in Things Left Unsaid is sharp and evocative, effortlessly pulling readers into Shirin’s emotional landscape. The poignant moments of vulnerability and the intensity of their bond are beautifully rendered, making it easy to empathize with their journey. Just when you think they’ve found their way, life throws obstacles in their path, forcing both characters to confront their fears and the ghosts of their past. It is a heartfelt exploration of second chances, underscored by the poignant question of whether love can truly withstand the test of time and circumstances. I was left breathless by the climax and profoundly moved by the ending, which resonates long after the last page.

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I enjoyed reading this novel. I love books about relationships and finding one another again. I think Jafari did an excellent job with writing and authentic story about two characters at certain moments in their lives. The pacing and flow made it easy to read and want to continue. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

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