Twelve stories, one per month, from April to March. They all take place in the same place—inside vehicles—and during the “magic hour.” The characters also experience similar situations: they are hesitating to make an important decision in their lives, a moment that will mark them forever.

Ava's life is dictated by rules. Coming of age in Iran, she faces pressure to conform to the expectations of her parents, her school, and her friends. When Ava learns that her parents were once flagrant rule breakers themselves, she begins to rebel against the very foundations of her society. AVA masterfully demonstrates how a culture of authority can force denial and detachment, particularly among young women during their formative yet vulnerable high school years.