This is the second volume of a two part graphic novel based on the life of a now young woman living in Iran; and the trials and tribulations that she faces with the war and oppression. This was an excellent perspective on a topic that I do not know much about. A fantastic continuation. I would highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys graphic novels, or is looking for a perspective on women's rights or the war in Iran.

Whereas Persepolis was the story of a girl caught up in events beyond her control, here we have the story of a young woman who must now make decisions and live through the consequences of them. The process of becoming an adult is pretty universal; the struggle between acceptance and independence, fitting in and being yourself - but when you are going through this as someone on the margins, everything is magnified.

I believe that one of Satrapi's motivations for writing these books was to present a truer version of her country than the one most westerners like myself had assumed. I think she achieved that goal remarkably well.

And now, Persepolis 3? What make sit effective is that as unique as her story is, many will relate nd understand to what she went througj, whether or not they would have made the same choices.

A fellow reader said he wasn't interested in this, because it's all black ink. But don't miss this if you like well-told stories about another culture, interesting people and bittersweet, realistic situations. Just great.

Part 2 of the wonderful tale of a girl growing up before, during, and after the Islamic revolution in Iran.
Read this series and watch the movie. It is a unique, eye opening experience. Beautifully simple visual style and storytelling about complex subjects.

This sequel wasn't as good as the first book (which was fantastic) but I still enjoyed it.

It follows her story as she moves to europe, and then eventually returns to iran for several years, before leaving for europe again. It was interesting to see how after immigrating she felt like she had no "home" (in europe she was an outsider because she was iranian, but in iran she was considered a westerner and also was treated as an outsider at times)

I have to say... I have tremendous respect for the author's family. They supported her human right to live a life of freedom despite the legitimate fear of terrible consequences.

After spending several years studying and living a wild lifestyle in Austria, Marjane Satrapi returns to her native Iran, where the effects of the Islamic Revolution are still going strong. Home again, she struggles to find herself, returning to school, falling in love, exploring ideas with new friends, and discovering more about her family's history, all the while trying to avoid The Guardians of the Revolution.

Persepolis 2 is just as enjoyable as the first, and I look forward to reading more of Satrapi's work.