Moon At Nine

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Fifteen-year-old Farrin knows how to keep secrets. It is 1988, and ever since the Shah was overthrown, the government control every aspect of life in Iran. Farrin's mother remains loyal to the Shah, which means Farrin has to keep a low profile at school, avoiding friendships and never stepping out of line.
The day she meets Sadira, Farrin's live changes forever. Sadira is funny, wise, and outgoing; the two girls become inseparable. But as their friendship deepens into romance, the relationship takes a dangerous turn. It's against the law to be gay in Iran and the punishment is death. When the girls' secret is discovered they are arrested. Separated from Sadira and awaiting execution, Farrin's last hope is her family. Will they risk everything to save the girls?