The Kite Runner

Having recently read this book, I cannot think of a better way to start this blog.  This book is a unique and heart wrenching fictional story of two boys and the trials they face in Afghanistan.  I was actually drawn to read this book because of another of Khaled Hosseini's books titled A Thousand Splendid Suns.  Hosseini makes the everyday news of destruction and war in Afghanistan personal and real in his books.
The Kite Runner begins with Amir and Hasaan, two young Afghan boys who come from very different circumstances.  Amir, who is very privileged with a wealthy father; and Hasaan, son of a servant, and a servant himself.   Tragedy strikes the boys in an unexpected way, and the way Amir copes with the devastation will change his life forever.  Things become worse when the Taliban take over and completely change life as anyone knows it.  This is truly a story of redemption and one that made me realize how incredibly blessed I am to be an American.

Things to watch out for:

This book contains graphic material, I do not recommend it foranyone under 13.  There is a rape scene, references to sexual child abuse, brief obscene language, violence, and descriptions of devastation caused by the Taliban that includes dead bodies.  This book is commonly assigned as required reading in high school to upperclassmen.  It is an enlightening book, but definitely for mature audiences.

I give this book
UNIQUENESS: 9.7/11 (A)
This book is certainly unique, it is definitely not something you come across everyday.  The story is unlike any I have ready before.  I couldn't put this book down.
FLOW: 9/11 (A-)
INSPIRATIONAL: 10.6/11(A+)
This book is not only an absolute inspiration in so many ways, but also a reminder that nothing in life should be taken for granted, especially freedom.
OVERALL RATING: 8.87 ( A-)

If you are thinking of reading this book and have any questions, please ask!  I try not to include too many details as not to spoil the story.  If you have read this book and have anything you want to say, comment and start a discussion!