"There was no fault I could find in this book. The writing was excellently executed, and the editing was exceptionally done. Reading the author’s bio confirmed that he was the perfect person to tell Ricardo’s story. Since I could not find any issues, I’d rate the book a perfect five out of five. Ideal readers would be folks interested in Iranian history and the connection of the United States to global diplomatic matters."

While violence inevitably erupts in Ricardo’s life, Berg avoids thriller-style suspense in the novel’s first half, instead emphasizing the human costs of conflict and the injustices that fuel rebellions. Thriller elements and revelations emerge more prominently later, though they are not as compellingly drawn as Ricardo’s journey of growing up, searching for a father, and finding a cause. Still, Berg crafts a suspenseful, emotional tale with complex family dynamics and a resonant inquiry into the uses of violence. “Where others settle for belief, we must seek clarity,” Ricardo warns, one of many urgent insights."

"What makes Shadows of Tehran compelling isn't just daring sequences but its profound personal exploration of resilience in the face of relentless loss." | "The novel hints at espionage and conspiracy, weaving in the possibility that David, far from being an absent parent, may have orchestrated more of Ricardo’s fate than he ever realized. While Berg’s prose is direct and fast-paced, Shadows of Tehran does not sacrifice emotional weight. Some of the novel’s most affecting moments come in Ricardo’s quieter moments—his struggle to belong, his guilt over the lives lost in his fight against tyranny, and his realization that war, in all its forms, is never truly over. "

"The excellent author of this novel, Nick Berg effortlessly takes the reader on a thrilling journey; Berg’s words managed to keep me intrigued as well as entertained as I raced through this book. It is the kind of book that is impossible to put down, and when I had to I longed for it! I wanted to be reunited with the story I had grown to love and the characters I had become invested in. Nick Berg is a talented and well-accomplished author who has written an unforgettable novel that features heavily on its characters and themes. Berg’s characters are superb, and I think every reader will be able to invest in them! They are believable, and their narratives jump right off the page and into the reader’s minds and this is another thing! Berg has managed to create a vivid picture in my mind of the setting he has established. Berg’s descriptive sentences captured my imagination and made me turn the pages with haste! To summarize my thoughts on the remarkable novel that is Shadows of Tehran; I would say if you are a reader who is tired of reading the same old books that are lackluster and forgettable then take a chance with this one because I promise you now that you will not be disappointed!"

"This is a gripping, poignant tale of untold agony, resilience, heart-pounding action, suspense, and thrills. Nick Berg’s Shadows of Tehran is a must-read for lovers of action and realistic novels. Berg hooks readers from the first page, introducing them to the protagonist’s layered and flawed world. The evocative and cinematic depictions bring the scenes to life on the pages. Berg captures the mood and setting of the story uniquely, adding a nostalgic touch to it. I was given a glimpse into the lives of Iranians during the Islamic revolution in the late twentieth century. Some scenes brought me to tears and left me heartbroken. The introspective voice and the sharp conversations gave depth to the cast’s conflicts and complex traits. The sentiment harnessed to the narration allowed me to connect with the cast. I loved this book. It’s one of the best stories I’ve read.”