Editorial Reviews: An enchanting novel, a pleasure to read, a tale of love, friendship, family, and reconciliation.

“Alley of Scented Roses was a pleasure to read and I highly recommend it. I got so engrossed in the charactors lives and stories I did not want the book to end. Mitra is an author who suffers from writers block but with the help of her Mum and friends overcomes that debilitating illness, helping others along the way, loke her friend Rana. I loved that it was set in a flower shop in Dandenong and created my own picture of it.. This book evokes joy.”

“This is an enchanting novel, infused with Iranian culure and history, but set mostly in Melbourne. I was sorry to finish this lovely story. I also found the Iranian background fascinating… She ( Mitra, the protagonist) also stops being so self-absorbed when she discovers her friend Rana is being forced into an arranged marriage, and goes all out to help her. Gradually, Mitra goes on a journey back to finding her purpose, but will she also find love?

Abbas Mehran has written a fine tribute to his daughter. I won this book at LibraryThing in return for an honest review and Mr Mehran very kindly sent me a signed copy.”

“The author pays tribute to Marsha’s (Marsha Mehran) writing and achievements with a tale of love, friendship, family, and reconciliation, woven with rich themes of Persian culture, history, art, and poetry… The book does a great job of introducing the characters and giving their backgrounds and personalities… This is a must-read that will inspire many women to live their truth and fight for love. Overall, I enjoyed this book and highly recommend it to all readers who will appreciate its valuable lessons.”

“The opening of Alley of Scented Roses resembles the anticipation of watching a movie… Abbas Mehran skillfully crafts the characters, breathing life into them… The inclusion of flowers goes beyond mere decoration; it is deeply intertwined with the story, adding a touch of magic… Mehran writes with painstaking detail and heartfelt emotion, evoking tenderness in every scene.”

“The book seamlessly incorporates Persian culture and arts into the narrative. The writing style is engaging, with a conversational tone and beautiful floral designs that make it visually appealing to read. The characters in the story share their views on happiness, inspiration, and freedom, making it a book filled with valuable life lessons. I enjoyed reading this book which is why I recommend it to anyone looking for an inspiring story with relatable characters.”

“Abbas Mehran’s writing style is vivid and detailed, evoking the smells and sounds of Persian culture… Alley of Scented Roses is an incredible work of literature that depicts the strength and endurance of women, the potency of storytelling, and the beauty of Persian culture.”

“The story skillfully interweaves exquisite metaphors of flower petals and their fragrance, symbolizing human life and interactions.”