Ḥāshiyah-ʼi amn Persian 2024

Sandi Mo'meni, a writer and critic from Shiraz, is known for previous works such as If the Lily Could Speak to the Dead and A Gypsy with Dark Chocolate. In Safe Margin, she explores the illusion of security in human relationships, a security often reinforced by fear. The novel portrays the mental dead-ends of the character Nora Sehat after twelve years, illustrating how past traumas and suffering can push an individual toward self-destructive behaviors and difficult decisions.

Structured around six therapy sessions, this dialogue-driven novel also reflects on the limitations and failures of psychological science. Safe Margin is a profound and thought-provoking read for those interested in clinical psychology, the study of human relationships, and psychological fiction.