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The Kite Runner Book Reveiw

In the past few years, Afghanistan has encountered two tragic wars. It was seen on newspapers, blogs and magazines. However, what is it like to be a family living in Afghanistan during a time of war? In this book, 'The Kite Runner' by Khaled Hosseini, it visits the tragedies, a young man encounters during a dark period. Through betrayal, jealousy, and redemption his life is anything but perfect.

I have to say, this is by far one of the best books I have read. Through descriptive imagery and lovable complex characters, the author creates intense scenes that will leave you wanting to read more. The authors ability to connect words with vivid imagery makes it all the more intriguing. It feels like you are actually there in Kabul and Northern California, watching it all happen before your eyes. The flashback to Amir’s and Hassan’s childhood really grasps the reader’s attention from beginning to end. Learning about Amir’s struggles as a child helps the reader understand why Amir is the way he is. Watching him make decisions between betraying his best friend, Hassans, due to jelousy, or battle with learning to stand up for himself it builds up the powerful plot in hand. " A boy who does not standup for himself becomes a man who will not standup for nothing.” These words picked out of context displays Amir’s hardships to become a man who can defend himself. Hassans, a lovable servant plays a huge role in Amir’s life during his early childhood. Have you ever had a best friend who cooked you meals, cleaned your room, helped you on your homework, and was overall a good companion? This is the perfect example of Hassans. I really felt a connection to him and loved him as a character. He showcases the perfect friend anyone and everyone deserves to have in their life. Moreover, all through the two boy’s rough childhood, Amir longs for acceptance from his early ages to his adulthood. The way Baba shows his affection towards Hassans really pulls a trigger in Amirs gut. Jelousy and betrayal are the two main traits Amir expresses to Hassans throughout the novel. I sympathized, cheered, and hated Amir for his actions, but overall he is dealing with so many life altering situations that it makes it hard to hate Amir in the end.

I give a round of applause to this highly captivating novel and recommend it to anyone of the mature crowd. This book provides suspence, adventure, and powerful lessons.