An Iranian-American journalist, who grew up as a California girl living in two worlds, returns to Tehran and discovers not only the oppressive and decadent life of her Iranian counterparts who have grown up since the revolution, but the pain of searching for identity between two cultures, and for a homeland that may not exist. The landscape of her Tehran--ski slopes, fashion shows, malls and cafes--is populated by a cast of young people whose exuberance and despair brings the modern reality of Iran to vivid life.

The secret garden -- Homecoming -- We don't need no revolution -- My country is sick -- Election -- I'm too sexy for my veil -- Love in a time of struggle -- Summer of the cockroach -- Not without my mimosa.