A review by darleenk
The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

“For you, a thousand times over.” 

“That’s the thing about people who mean everything they say. They think everyone else does too.”

Hassan’s unwavering loyalty to Amir.. despite everything, he continued to see the good in him. his best friend... what a soul. 

Also reminded me of a quote of the 80s film stand by me “I never had any friends later on like the ones I had when I was 12. Jesus, does anyone?”