The Kite Runner
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Overview
Taking us from Afghanistan in the final days of the monarchy to the present, The Kite Runner is the unforgettable and beautifully told story of the friendship between two boys growing up in Kabul. Raised in the same household and sharing the same wet nurse, Amir and Hassan grow up in different worlds: Amir is the son of a prominent and wealthy man, while Hassan, the son of Amir's father's servant, is a Hazara -- a shunned ethnic minority. Their intertwined lives, and their fates, reflect the eventual tragedy of the world around them. When Amir and his father flee the country for a new life in California, Amir thinks that he has escaped his past. And yet he cannot leave the memory of Hassan behind him.
The Kite Runner is a novel about friendship and betrayal, and about the price of loyalty. It is about the bonds between fathers and sons, and the power of fathers over sons -- their love, their sacrifices, and their lies. Written against a backdrop of history that has not been told in fiction before, The Kite Runner describes the rich culture and beauty of a land in the process of being destroyed. But through the devastation, Khaled Hosseini offers hope: through the novel's faith in the power of reading and storytelling, and in the possibilities he shows us for redemption.
The Kite Runner is a novel about friendship and betrayal, and about the price of loyalty. It is about the bonds between fathers and sons, and the power of fathers over sons -- their love, their sacrifices, and their lies. Written against a backdrop of history that has not been told in fiction before, The Kite Runner describes the rich culture and beauty of a land in the process of being destroyed. But through the devastation, Khaled Hosseini offers hope: through the novel's faith in the power of reading and storytelling, and in the possibilities he shows us for redemption.
Reviews (67)
Kite Runner
Written by Tony Crites on May 12th, 2008
- Book Rating: 4/5
This book started out slow, and the main character had no balls: made you hate him for a while, also you wonder how people can hate others like they do in the middle East, Make us southerns look like choir boys, but it comes together in the last few chapters and makes for a good book. kite runners, that was interesting to find out what it was all about.
THE KITE RUNNER
Written by Victoria Bultman from , on May 9th, 2008
- Book Rating: 5/5
ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS. IT STARTED OUT A LITTLE SLOW, BUT LOVED HEARING THE BOOK RATHER THAN READING AS I FEEL THAT THE ACCENT OF THE AUTHOR REALLY GAVE A BETTER FEEL FOR THE BOOK. I BELIEVE THIS IS A MUST READ AND AM LOOKING FORWARD TO HEARING MORE OF THIS AUTHOR
The Kite Runner
Written by Anonymous on May 9th, 2008
- Book Rating: 5/5
Great book. Difficult at times but very well written and enlightening. I especially enjoyed hearing the story read by the author. Highly recommended.
Fantastic!
Written by Anonymous on May 2nd, 2008
- Book Rating: 5/5
This was so not my type of audiobook, but after all of the hype, I had to try it. Well, the hype proved true. I absolutely loved this and felt sad when it was over. I recommend this to anyone. Go outside of the genre you usually enjoy. It will be worth it!
The Kite Runner
Written by Bruce Curson on April 16th, 2008
- Book Rating: 5/5
This book was on my son's reading list during his senior year in high school. His reaction has brought me to it. The story as read by the author was rich, sad and beautiful. I rarely dispense a "five" star rating but if there was a best of the best, this would be a nominee. Simply an outstanding experience. Bravo.
The Kite Runner
Written by JimRiverLady on April 14th, 2008
- Book Rating: 5/5
One of the best stories I've heard in years. The storyteller was amazing and I couldn't wait to hear every word of this tale. The loyalty of Hassan gripped my heart and inspired me. Amir was fortunate to have such a true friend and the story made me count my blessings as well.
The Kite Runner
Written by Anonymous from , on April 11th, 2008
- Book Rating: 5/5
Due to the author's clarity and descriptive writing I was able to bring this book to life through colorful visuals. His accent did not interfere with understanding but indeed added to the enjoyment and reality of what Hosseini lived and dared to dream. He is of another culture that was difficult to comprehend and accept. But I was continually and easily taken to the point of respecting the latter for that is what makes us all unique. Bravo Khaled Hosseini! You are a brave and honorable gentleman.
Kite Runner
Written by Anonymous on March 14th, 2008
- Book Rating: 4/5
I loved the story. Narrator was hard to understand at times.
Kite Runner
Written by M. Kelley from , on March 11th, 2008
- Book Rating: 5/5
I loved this book! It made me realize that we're all the same no matter what country we live in. I highly recomend this book to every one! Can't wait to read "A Thousand Splendid Suns"!!!
One of the best
Written by Sara S on February 22nd, 2008
- Book Rating: 5/5
This is easily one of the best books that I have listened to since I started with audio books. The narrator (who is also the author) is fascinating and believable. His deadpanned delivery makes the heartbreaking passages almost unbearable to listen to. I will not forget this book very soon, and the mental image of Hassan's smiling face will stay with me a very long time.