A Sliver of Light

In this poignant memoir, Shane Bauer, Joshua Fattal, and Sarah Shourd recount their harrowing experience of being captured by Iranian forces while hiking in Iraqi Kurdistan. Held for two years in Tehran's notorious Evin Prison, the trio faced deception, psychological torment, and isolation but found strength in their bond and surprising alliances with both fellow prisoners and some captors. Through a unique blend of their three perspectives, the authors offer a rare insight into their captivity, highlighting themes of resilience, hardship, and hope.