Darius the Great Is Not Okay

Darius Kellner struggles with feelings of inadequacy both at home in America and during his visits to Iran. Torn between two cultures, he grapples with the expectations placed upon him and his own sense of identity. Darius finds solace in pop culture and his favorite fictional worlds, often expressing himself more fluently in Klingon than in his everyday life.

As he navigates the complexities of family relationships and cultural heritage, Darius's journey becomes one of self-discovery. The story delves into the nuances of being an outsider, highlighting the longing for acceptance and the universal desire to belong. Through his experiences, he learns that finding his place might not be as straightforward as he thought, and that it’s okay to embrace both sides of his identity, even as he seeks to define what it truly means to be ‘enough.’