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Set in 1970 is an eye-opening account of a country's (Afghanistan) political turmoil, is the friendship between two young boys: Amir, the wealthy boy; and Hassan, the son of Amir's father's servant. The boys are very close, they share stories, and also spend one special day running kites, where Amir wins. Unfortunately, a sexual abuse has been forced upon Hassan; all while Amir just stands on the side line watching. Amir doesn't even try to help his best friend. From this unspeakable event, ever
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A wonderful read - thought-provoking and powerful. Key characters are Amir, son of a relatively wealthy and somewhat popular entrepreneur, and Hassan, a servant boy whose father was a boy with Ali's father. As the story unfolds, Ali finds himself betraying his best friend and the friendship fades, particularly on Ali's part.
Hassan is the best kite runner in Kabul. In competition, boys fly kites with tar coated strings studded with glass pieces to cut the strings of other kites. The winner is th ...more
Hassan is the best kite runner in Kabul. In competition, boys fly kites with tar coated strings studded with glass pieces to cut the strings of other kites. The winner is th ...more
Great book. Amazing how much Afghanistan has changed - in culture, belief, etc in the past 30 years. This book was outstanding in showing the progression of the regression of a beautiful land and culture to one of desolation and oppression. Keep tissues handy.
This book drew me in at the beginning, and didn't let go of me until the end. The story of Amir and Hassan was compelling, and the author's style mesmerizing. The backdrop of Afghanistan was an added bonus. It's amazing to me how split the ratings for this book are -- lots of 5*, and also lots of 1* & 2*. I read those who rated it low, but they just don't persuade me. I thoroughly enjoyed the book, and it left me with things to think about long after I was done. What more could I ask for?
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Sep 02, 2009
Shan ~A~
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Rachel
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May 20, 2011
Anne (Booklady) Molinarolo
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