Summary

Chapter 94 is titled “No Ho-Ho-Ho.” Zomorod says her home is depressing and that her only wish for Christmas is that her father would find a job.

Chapter 95 is titled “December 27, 1979.” The shah has left America but the hostages are not released. Zomorod notes that a girl “who looks like me” (300) talks about her brother, who is one of the hostages.

Chapter 96 is titled “Roll of Thunder, Hear my Thanks.” Brock returns Zomorod's book and gives her a seashell he found during his trip. Mohsen says Brock needs a haircut but Zomorod quietly disagrees.

Chapter 97 is titled “My Favorite Hostage.” The news coverage of the hostages continues. Zomorod watches as one newscast focuses on the two women, Ann Swift and Kathryn Koob. Zomorod says they look more like kind librarians than spies, as the Iranians claim. The Iranians are allowing visitors and show tables...