Wound

The book *”The Wound”* is a story by *Maryam Riahi*, who is also the author of the popular novels *”Someone is Coming”*, *”Without a Star”*, *”Like a Feather”*, and *”Marjan.”* *”The Wound”* is another captivating and enjoyable novel by this female writer, spanning 440 pages, and was published by Porsman Publishing. One of the clearest characteristics evident in the writing of modern novels and literature is that stories in this domain are heavily focused on the inner aspects, thoughts, emotions, and personal states of the characters, deeply delving into their minds and inner conditions. *”The Wound”* by *Maryam Riahi* is also a modern novel that has made extensive use of this technique and takes the reader step by step through the thoughts of the novel’s main character. The story of *”The Wound”* revolves around Yasaman, who, despite the affection of her cousin Amir Sam, falls for Mani, a cold and emotionless man, and, like a naïve lover, accepts his marriage proposal without hesitation. However, no more than twelve days after their engagement, Mani leaves for Turkey to help his female cousin, with whom he had previously been in love. After being left in complete darkness and uncertainty for a week, Yasaman is confronted with a request for divorce in absentia from Mani. All this happens while Yasaman is carrying Mani’s child, and now she must think about the fate of herself and her unborn child.