Firoozah Dumas was born in Iran and moved to Southern California when she was seven. Her observations of growing up between two cultures are humourous and insightful. Dumas's writing is engaging and forthright. You'll love reading about parents (especially her dad's love affair with blue velour jogging suits, the hideous red bedspread, and tongue stew). Dumas's obvious pride for both her country of origin and her adopted country are plain to see.This book combined two of my favourite aspects of a good book, I learned something new and I laughed out loud while reading!
