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The Kite Runner
The unforgettable, heartbreaking story of the unlikely friendship between a wealthy boy and the son of his father’s servant, caught in the tragic sweep of history, The Kite Runner transports readers to Afghanistan at a tense and crucial moment of change and destruction. A powerful story of friendship, it is also about the power of reading, the price of betrayal, and the possibility of redemption; and an exploration of the power of fathers over sons—their love, their sacrifices, their lies.
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I'm not going to lie... this was a difficult read for me. Not because the writing was poor or because the book as a whole wasn't exceptional, but rather because of some of the subject matter discussed. I found my heart dropping and tears springing to my eyes quite a few times and wanting to slap Amir for not being a better friend in the first half. I will say, though, it is definitely an eye opener to this particular culture and is worth a read if you can stomach some of the lows throughout.
I'm not going to lie... this was a difficult read for me. Not because the writing was poor or because the book as a whole wasn't exceptional, but rather because of some of the subject matter discussed. I found my heart dropping and tears springing to my eyes quite a few times and wanting to slap Amir for not being a better friend in the first half. I will say, though, it is definitely an eye opener to this particular culture and is worth a read if you can stomach some of the lows throughout.
This is a powerful and beautifully written book telling the tale of friendship, betrayal and redemption. It is a hard read at times but masterfully told so you are deeply invested in the characters.
The story starts in Kabul with tales of childish pastimes between Amir and Hassan, the best of friends living in the same space, but separated by backgrounds. On a day of kite flying victory an event rips apart their friendship and as war breaks out Kabul becomes a very dangerous place.
The story is so skilfully constructed, it can lift you at one moment and then plummet the next - a bit like kite flying 🪁
The story is a stark reminder of the destruction of Afghanistan and the terror of Taliban rule. It also generates an understanding of, and affection for, the Afghan people, describing their suffering and hardship and showing how values of courage, pride and integrity are strong.
While a hard read at times, I loved this book. It filled me with hope, taught me things I did not know and reminded me that we are always able to make amends ❤️
An epic book. Hard to read at times. Very descriptive you really get the feel of Afghanistan before and after the turmoil and turbulence.
Awesome story, lets us know a little about Afghanistan and the people there, could really make me feel a connect with the character. Just an awesome book and a must read
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