I Hid My Voice

In this deeply emotional and psychological novel, renowned Iranian author Parinoush Saniee delivers a heart-wrenching exploration of childhood emotional trauma, family dynamics, and the power of silence. The story revolves around Shahab, a young boy raised in a household where he is constantly misunderstood, ridiculed, and compared unfavorably to his siblings. In response to his father's harshness and the family's emotional neglect, Shahab retreats into absolute silence, refusing to speak until the age of seven. While his family mistakenly labels him as intellectually impaired, Shahab possesses a sharp mind and rich inner world, silently absorbing every act of cruelty around him. Alternating between the perspective of the boy and his remorseful mother, Saniee masterfully uncovers the lasting scars of emotional abuse and highlights how a child's silence can become the loudest cry for empathy and understanding.

It delivers a poignant and thought-provoking reading experience that illuminates the delicate emotional world of children, teaching profound lessons on empathy, parenting, and the destructive impact of emotional neglect.

Ideal for lovers of translated contemporary fiction, readers interested in psychological and family dramas, parents, educators, and anyone drawn to stories that champion child advocacy and emotional healing.