Bobcat Reads: The Lion Women of Tehran
Bobcat Reads will be discussing The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali from October 9, 2026, through December 11, 2026.
In the next Bobcat Reads selection, The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali, seven-year-old Ellie’s life is upended by the sudden loss of her father in 1950s Iran. Moving from comfort to poverty, she forms an unbreakable bond with Homa, a passionate girl who shares her dream of becoming a brave “lion woman.” Though separated when Ellie is drawn back into a world of wealth and privilege, Homa’s unexpected reappearance years later forever alters both of their fates in this sweeping story of friendship and resilience.
Join our vibrant online Bobcat community to discuss and dissect our latest selection. With a two-month reading window for each book, you’ll have plenty of time to savor the story and join the conversation. Dive into your cozy fall reading with us!
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Did you know?
- We are kicking off our sixth year of the Bobcat Reads alumni book club!
- More than 400 alumni have signed up to participate in the Bobcat Reads alumni book club!
- Alumni participants span 41 different majors.
- Alumni of all ages—Class Years 1948-2024—have signed up.