The Kite Runner

I could not put this book down! I really, really, enjoyed this read. It definitely invoked so many emotions. It touched on themes of loyalty, love, betrayal, redemption, and forgiveness. I was reminded that grace should always be extended to others, regardless of who the world thinks is deserving.

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This was an amazing book and a great read!

My God was this heartbreaking. I've been wanting to read this since I saw it came out and Ive bought 3 copies but I just knew this was going to be one of those books that's painfully beautiful. I think this is one of those books everyone should read to witness the power of words on a page!

A very heart touching sad story written beautifully that starts from two friends Amir and Hassan as good as brothers and revolves around their friendship, life and separation. The story is narrated by Amir's point of view which is overwhelming, emotional, unforgettable, sad and directly speaks to the heart. It's a tale of friendship, loyalty, betrayal and redemption.The author's view of Afghanistan and childhood of Aamir and Hassan described so well. We get to see Amir's feelings like guilt, regret, redemption and Hassan's like loyalty, brotherhood and unique friendship. Positive : One won't come out from the quotes from book, "For you, a thousand times over" , "We spoke our first words, mine was Baba and his was Amir, my name" and "There is a way to be good again". These quotes teaches us the important of choices we make and life will always give us a chance to be good again or make things better. Negative : Usage of some Afghani words are hard to understand. A very detailed explanation for characters like Soraya, Khala felt unnecessary.