'A sharp and well-timed novel...Zolghadar delights in his use of a cheeky, bold narrative voice. There is no doubting Softcore's offer of a fresh, unique glimpse of Iran– itself a considerable feat, given the relentless scrutiny under which it has been placed in recent years. The vibrant and colourful energy emitting from Softcore is, from the beginning, utterly charming, and one cannot help but be instantly seduced by it.' 3:AM Magazine

'Under the guise of a thriller Softcore serves as a smart– if schizophrenic– commentary on Iran at the intersection of competing cultural and political forces, where art and politics, meaning and form are interwoven, confused and exploited.' Daily Star

'A rare and fascinating glimpse of an Iran that both Ahmadinejad and the Western media would rather we didn't see' New Internationalist

'A surprising and...enjoyable read' Complete Review'

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