Praise for Darius the Great Deserves Better Stonewall Honor Book This coming-of-age masterpiece packs a multitude of truth and heart. A sequel that gets better and better the longer it steeps. -- Kirkus , starred review "Khorram again presents an artful tapestry of sci-fi fandom, Persian culture, soccer, racism, sexuality, depression, family crises, a love triangle, and endless amounts of global teas in Darius's compelling story. This is a seamless and profound YA novel with a memorable and endearing main character."-- School Library Journal , starred review "Delightful." -- Booklist , starred review "Through intimate, conversational narration, Khorram provides moments of levity . as well as insight into insecurities. and leaves readers curious and hopeful about where his journey will take him next.
" -- The Horn Book Khorram explores the intersection of Iranian and queer identity with aching tenderness and realism. This book is like a cup of tea that is as comforting as it is bold. I love it. --Abdi Nazemian, Stonewall Honor-winning author of Like a Love Story Khorram manages the impossible: A stunning follow-up to Darius the Great Is Not Okay that stands alone as a masterful exploration of love, grief, and desire. This isn't just a book I needed as a teenager; it's one I need right now. --Mark Oshiro, award-winning author of Anger Is a Gift I'm absolutely in love with this book. Adib Khorram has written another wise and charming tale that explores all the complexities of intersectional identities with heart and humor. --Jasmine Warga, Newbery Honor-winning author of Other Words for Home A perfect blend of affirmation, hope, and love.
Adib Khorram is one of my favorite authors of today. --Kacen Callender, award-winning author of Felix Ever After Adib Khorram has done it again. Darius the Great Deserves Better is a gift of a novel, hiting all the right notes like a perfectly balanced tea--heartwarming and hilarious and beautifully honest. Fans of Darius Kellner, rest assured: This is the sequel we deserve. --Arvin Ahmadi, author of Down & Across and Girl Gone Viral.