Captive in Iran: A Remarkable True Story of Hope and Triumph amid the Horror of Tehran's Brutal Evin Prison
For all we knew, this could be our last day on earth.“I hope you’ve been thinking carefully,” the interrogator said, nibbling on a piece of bread. “Have you?”I wondered if he knew how hungry we were, or if he always ate in front of prisoners.“What should we have been thinking of?” Maryam asked.“About telling us what we want to know about you and your activities. I have checked your laptop and read all the evidence against you,” he said sternly. “You must tell us everything about people you have contact with, which organizations you work with. Otherwise, we will lock your hands and feet together and beat you until you die.“Think about that as you prepare for your interrogation.” Pushing back abruptly from the table, he walked out.Despite our earlier bravado, we were afraid. For all we knew, this could be our last day on earth. We held hands and prayed for strength.If we are tortured, give us the power to stand fast.--This text refers to theHardcoveredition.