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The Kite Runner: Rejacketed Paperback – 5 September 2011

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Afghanistan, 1975: Twelve-year-old Amir is desperate to win the local kite-fighting tournament and his loyal friend Hassan promises to help him. But neither of the boys can foresee what will happen to Hassan that afternoon, an event that is to shatter their lives. After the Russians invade and the family is forced to flee to America, Amir realises that one day he must return to Afghanistan under Taliban rule to find the one thing that his new world cannot grant him: redemption.

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‘Hosseini's ability to reach the core of experiences of love and loss places him in the company of such fine chroniclers of the new America as Chang-rae Lee. The Kite Runner is a first novel of unusual generosity, honesty and compassion' ― Independent

‘The shattering first novel by Khaled Hosseini... a rich and soul-searching narrative ... a sharp, unforgettable taste of the trauma and tumult experienced by Afghanis as their country buckled' ― Observer

‘A devastating, masterful and painfully honest story ... it is a novel of great hidden intricacy and wisdom, like a timeless Eastern tale. It speaks the most harrowing truth about the power of evil' ― Daily Telegraph

'Unforgettable ... extraordinary. It is so powerful that for a long time after everything I read seemed bland' ― Isabel Allende

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Khaled Hosseini is one of the most widely read and beloved authors. His novels The Kite Runner, A Thousand Splendid Suns and And the Mountains Echoed have sold over 55 million copies all over the world. Hosseini is a Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and the founder of The Khaled Hosseini Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation which provides humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan. He was born in Kabul, Afghanistan, and lives in northern California

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bloomsbury Publishing PLC (5 September 2011)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 140882485X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-7852123101
Reading age ‏ : ‎ Customer suggested age: 15 years and up
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 247 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.9 x 2.05 x 19.8 cm
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA

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Khaled Hosseini is one of the most widely read and beloved novelists in the world, with over thirty eight million copies of his books sold in more than seventy countries. The Kite Runner was a major film and was a Book of the Decade, chosen by The Times, Daily Telegraph and Guardian. A Thousand Splendid Suns was the Richard & Judy Best Read of the Year in 2008. Hosseini is also a Goodwill Envoy to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the UN Refugee Agency and the founder of The Khaled Hosseini Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation which provides humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan. He was born in Kabul, Afghanistan, and lives in northern California.

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Customers find the book engaging and heartbreaking. They praise the writing quality, narration, and plot as profoundly emotional and touching. The storyline is described as beautiful and suspenseful, with an impactful ending. Readers appreciate the Afghan setting and history, describing it as enlightening and vivid. The faith themes of friendship, betrayal, and bravery are also highlighted.

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856 customers mention "Readability"845 positive11 negative

Customers find the book engaging with an honest story and meaningful writing. They appreciate the great storytelling and well-crafted characters. The story provides hope and a glimpse into the world.

"...Khaled Hosseini’s writing is profoundly emotional, touching, and deeply engaging. The characters’ journeys stayed with me long after I finished...." Read more

"...The smart usage os epiphanies and metaphors is what makes the book engaging and the writing meaningful. Characters..." Read more

"...This too, like A Thousand Splendid Suns, is a beautiful and heartwrenching novel that will stir your heart and leave you hopeful!" Read more

"...Khalid Hosseini is an artist. An artist who knows his juxtaposition and uses it to enchant. Amir and Hassan...." Read more

393 customers mention "Emotional content"339 positive54 negative

Customers find the book emotional and heartbreaking. They say it portrays the guilt and emotions of a teenager who later reviews his actions. The book is touching, poignant, and moving. It depicts relationships between people, friendship, betrayal, regret, and redemption.

"...I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a powerful and heart-wrenching story." Read more

"...In brief, I’d like to say that this book is a complete blockbuster pack of emotions, values, friendship and hope...." Read more

"...This too, like A Thousand Splendid Suns, is a beautiful and heartwrenching novel that will stir your heart and leave you hopeful!" Read more

"...The topics he touches on are far-reaching. The unspoken love of a brave father, the delusional son, the loyal servant, the victimized friend, the..." Read more

257 customers mention "Writing quality"235 positive22 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book. They find the narrative beautifully written, with a clear bond between father and son narrated with precision. The language is simple and enjoyable to read, with a clear message conveyed.

"...Khaled Hosseini’s writing is profoundly emotional, touching, and deeply engaging. The characters’ journeys stayed with me long after I finished...." Read more

"...epiphanies and metaphors is what makes the book engaging and the writing meaningful. Characters..." Read more

"...Lucid and quick, the writing takes over you like quicksand. Just a few pages in and you would know that this would be a masterpiece...." Read more

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101 customers mention "Storyline"98 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline. They find it suspenseful with unexpected twists and a gripping conclusion. The writing is described as beautiful and detailed, making it a favorite fiction novel.

"...The plotline looks very simple and straightforward, but take my word, you will never feel bored out of it...." Read more

"...Weeped a lot while reading it. Writer has made me believe it is a real story but actually not. ❤️" Read more

"...characters, Afghan setting with a tinch of history , the narration, the plot , the emotion stand out among numerous other attributes...." Read more

"This is a story about friendship, sacrifice, love, lies, repentance, tragedy, pain and redemption...." Read more

72 customers mention "Afghanistan"72 positive0 negative

Customers find the book a good introduction to Afghanistan. They appreciate the characters, setting, and narration. The story draws them into the world of the characters and provides vivid descriptions of society and the country's condition. It makes readers think and rethink beyond all boundaries. Readers mention the book is an eye-opener and an important historical account of the last five decades of Afghanistan.

"...The novel provides a vivid portrayal of Afghanistan’s culture and history, adding a layer of depth to the personal storylines...." Read more

"...The characters, Afghan setting with a tinch of history , the narration, the plot , the emotion stand out among numerous other attributes...." Read more

"...The book has everything - from rape, war, terrorism to friendship, love and heartbreak...." Read more

"...⚔️The book also has a major theme of politics and religion. It focuses on the Russian invasion and the Taliban rule in Afghanistan...." Read more

65 customers mention "Faith"62 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the book's faith. They find it brave, honest, and heartbreaking. The story is about trust, loyalty, friendship, hope, and redemption. Readers appreciate the good morals and lessons in love, humanity, and selflessness.

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"...Kite Runner is a deeply moving and powerful story about friendship, betrayal, and redemption...." Read more

"...you to an another world where you will feel what is friendship, loyalty, guilt, and redemption...." Read more

"...Hassan was a brave and honest boy, a loyal friend and he was the best "kite runner" of the town. He was deadly with his slingshot...." Read more

51 customers mention "Pacing"45 positive6 negative

Customers find the book's pacing engaging. They say it never feels boring and keeps them hooked for hours. The book teaches readers to appreciate everyday moments and enjoy them more often.

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"...Whatever I say, will not be enough. Lucid and quick, the writing takes over you like quicksand...." Read more

"...I could not stop myself from reading it, it never felt boring. Kite Runner was devastating, but beautifully portrayed...." Read more

"Kite runner , a book with full of emotional roller coster , it has everything happiness, a loyal friendship, betrayal, separation, cowardice...." Read more

45 customers mention "Character development"45 positive0 negative

Customers find the characters well-developed and relatable. They appreciate the apt dialogues and smooth transitions between them. The story is described as bold and poignant, with two young boys at the center.

"...This book, The Kite Runner, has the best character arc of the books that I’ve read. I learnt so much through the characters of Amir and Hassan...." Read more

"...It’s a beautiful story of two child and their family-ancestor who lived together for many decades...." Read more

"...Great storytelling and beautifully crafted characters. 10/10 would recommend. You'll be tearing up by the time you've finished reading it." Read more

"...I loved few characters much and the narrative which was so beautifully written...." Read more

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Murshidali
An Unforgettable Read – A True Masterpiece
Reviewed in India on 4 February 2025
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An Unforgettable Read – A True Masterpiece

I purchased The Kite Runner from Amazon in January, and I couldn’t be more impressed. From the excellent print quality to the gripping narrative, this book was a complete pleasure to read. Khaled Hosseini’s writing is profoundly emotional, touching, and deeply engaging. The characters’ journeys stayed with me long after I finished. It’s one of those rare books that becomes a favorite, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a powerful and heart-wrenching story.

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An Unforgettable Read – A True Masterpiece

I purchased The Kite Runner from Amazon in January, and I couldn’t be more impressed. From the excellent print quality to the gripping narrative, this book was a complete pleasure to read. Khaled Hosseini’s writing is profoundly emotional, touching, and deeply engaging. The characters’ journeys stayed with me long after I finished. It’s one of those rare books that becomes a favorite, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a powerful and heart-wrenching story.

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The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini is a poignant tale of two friends. This book is set in the backdrop of Afganistan and the US during the period of the Taliban. Read on to know more about this book and why you should give it a try.

About the Book

⮞ Title: The Kite Runner.
⮞ Author: Khaled Hosseini
⮞ Botopsy rating: 5/5⭐
⮞ Length of the book: 372 pages long.
⮞ Genre: Fiction/ Historical.
⮞ Series: Standalone.

Outline
This book narrates the story of Amir and his servant Hassan. The boys live in Kabul and are companions in every crime. Every year they take part in the Kite fighting tournament and this year Amir wants them to fight with all the might and win it. Because it is the only chance for him to get close to his father and gain his father’s affection. Little did he know that this competition will change everything including Kabul. Amir and his father are forced to move out to the US, to Amir’s anguish leaving Hassan behind. An act of betrayal continuously haunts Amir and thus The Kite Runner becomes the story of Amir’s quest for redemption.

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I’ve already read A Thousand Splendid Suns and obviously loved it. I absolutely liked this book too. This book has its own pace and beauty. It will engross you into it and it will be forever before you come out of its world and characters. The plotline looks very simple and straightforward, but take my word, you will never feel bored out of it. Most of the people cherished its ending however, I could not enjoy the climax, I found it cliched. The ending felt to me like any other climax of Bollywood cinema, highly predictable. Well anyway, the important characteristic of this book is not its writing or the climax but the trait that distinguishes this book from other books is its character arc. Let me put it this way: This book has the greatest character arc. I know that it’s a bold statement to make, but the book and its characters justify it.

Writing Style
The writing style of The Kite Runner is simple, striking and powerful. The author chooses to narrate in the first person from the perspective of Amir. It begins in the middle of the story when Amir gets a phone call in San Francisco in 2001calling him back to Afghanistan. It then throws the reader back to Kabul in 1975 where it begins to follow the story of Amir’s childhood. The smart usage os epiphanies and metaphors is what makes the book engaging and the writing meaningful.

Characters
This book, The Kite Runner, has the best character arc of the books that I’ve read. I learnt so much through the characters of Amir and Hassan. On one hand, the character of amir teaches us to be hopeful about the future ad to not repeat the same mistakes twice, on the other hand, Hassan shows us how to love selflessly.

Recommendation
You’d pick this book if:
You like reading emotional and heart-wrenching fiction.
You like character-oriented books.

You wouldn’t pick this book if:
You do not prefer harsh descriptions like sexual harassment.

In brief, I’d like to say that this book is a complete blockbuster pack of emotions, values, friendship and hope. Read the book for yourself and understand why this book is critically acclaimed. After you read the story of Amir and Hassan your life won’t be the same as it was, trust me on this.

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A heartwrenching and beautiful tale
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What is the biggest sin a man can do? "There is only one sin and that is theft. When you lie, you steal someone's right to the truth" Amir's baba told him, and this haunted Amir for most of his life.

This is the story of Amir and Hassan, two young boys in war-torn Kabul, both experts in kite flying. This is the story of their friendship, betrayal, and redemption. The Kite Runner had me thrilled and moved, both at the same time. Amir, a son who wanted his father to be as proud of him as he was of Hassan, even though Hassan was his servant's kid, was not so courageous as a child but wanted to look like one in his father's eyes, even at the cost of betraying his only friend and lying to his father.

Hassan, a young courageous Hazara, who was not only brave, selfless, and intelligent, but also loyal to Amir, always protected Amir through his quick wits. Life did give one more chance to Amir to be good again, but was he able to brave the odds this time? Just like Hassan would happily be there of Amir and run to lengths to catch kites cut down by Amir, saying " for you, a thousand times over", will Amir be able to be there for Hassan, for once?
This too, like A Thousand Splendid Suns, is a beautiful and heartwrenching novel that will stir your heart and leave you hopeful!

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If you read "Kite Runner" Read these two novels by Zia Ahmad
Reviewed in Canada on 10 March 2024
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I finished reading “The Kite Runner” by Khaled Hosseini a book chosen by our Book Club in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Concurrently I have just read two novels by Zia Ahmad , “Finding Danyal - A love Story” and “The One Hundred.” I recommend these wonderful story experiences equally as good as "The Kite Runner"

A most gratifying reading marathon of these three novels likened to my typical Netflix series binging where I resist ear marking the last page from being so engrossed in finding out what next. Especially during the fast pace of the disturbing scenes of conflict, torture and meanness inflicted on the principal characters contained in all three novels. I grew up with the influx of Pakistani refugees arriving in Toronto Canada in the early 60s, but I did not know anything of why or the scope of their plight or struggles. Zia Ahmad’s writing has inspired me to know more of political devastating disparities of the Anglo Afghanistan wars and Russian penetration.

I must say reading these three books one after the other has heaped my head blending, overlapping each story’s’ similar conflicts, betrayals, and flirting friendships to the point of having difficulty keeping them distinct each to its own. Nevertheless, here at my desk writing, recalling, fiddling with the scenes they individually start to filter through.

“Finding Danyal”, it was clear from first reading Zia Ahmad’s second published novel that yes, it is a love story. I cried at the end. An indication I felt the emotions the storyteller crafted. Characters evolve from plot twists and disturbing betrayals showing us a controversial unescapable gay love story. All at odds within religious and oppressive constraints of the Arab world in Lahore Pakistan. I relate to Zia’s writing. My own experience discovering love took place in Canada, a different supposedly more tolerant world. But I too struggled with self-identity and societal acceptance confronting the turbulences of coming of age as a gay man. The ending “Finding Danyal” was read causing a feel-good sensation still with me.

“The One Hundred”, Zia Ahmad’s first published novel is a different story exposing a historical tragedy in such a way achieving Zia Ahmad’s objective of memorializing the one hundred victims showing a world tolerance and acceptance are human qualities we should honor. But the frantic pace of the scenes with violence, bullying, beating the characters to a pulp was frightening, very real, virtually wanting to cover my eyes. A challenge to read calmly. High drama ending in a tale to be told one “hundred times”. I can see where Zia Ahmad utilized this background to write his second novel “Finding Danyal” with a theme of love.

“The Kite Runner”, chosen by our Book club which I read after those of Zia Ahmad. Another reading challenge to cope with the violence, the class conflicts, a brutal rape of a boy, the “running away” of Amir the protagonist, the contrast of righteous Hasan and Amir’s cowardice, test of loyalty and trust, the Taliban cruel enforcement, intense control throughout the story resulting in the blood bath of the Hazaras, - but redemption is achieved when Amir becomes in the end the kite runner. Many plot twists and surprises lead to an unexpected ending far from the outset of the principal characters. I can see why Zia Ahmad studied this book in preparation for his own writing.

If you have enjoyed reading “The Kite Runner, I recommend you read Zia Ahmad’s two novels, “Finding Danyal- A love Story” and “The One Hundred”. Both authors equally provide an emotionally haunting, thought-provoking thrilling story experience producing as forceful a message of what it means to be human.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading Zia Ahmad’s two novels He is an impressive competent talented writer with engaging story telling style and showing descriptive flow. I truly believe “Finding Danyal” is worthy of a Netflix movie. It is comparable if not better than some I have watched. Well done, Zia Ahmad!

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An amazing narrated story which lets you glance at the human tragedy. The characters and the story drag you so deep into the emotions, you feel right there in their shoes and you feel as hurt and impotent about this whole man made tragedy. Very enjoyable piece of art this book.

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Great book but this edition is impossible to read with the short margins

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Reviewed in the Netherlands on 16 January 2025
Great book but this edition is impossible to read with the short margins

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You wont regret it (much)
Reviewed in France on 18 December 2024
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Truly a wonderful book. Hurt in the right way. U come out of this book with more love to give, hurt to feel and knowledge to share

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