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lisamstanhope 's review for:
The Kite Runner
by Khaled Hosseini
challenging
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Revisiting The Kite Runner through the audiobook was a profoundly moving experience. Having read it before, I was already familiar with the emotional weight of Amir and Hassan’s story—but hearing Khaled Hosseini narrate his own work brought an entirely new layer of depth and authenticity.
His voice carries the emotion and cultural nuance that make this story unforgettable. It was powerful to hear the dialogue, names, and Dari phrases pronounced as intended, adding realism and connection that’s hard to replicate on the page. The audiobook made the characters feel even more vivid, their choices more heartbreaking, and their pain more personal.
His voice carries the emotion and cultural nuance that make this story unforgettable. It was powerful to hear the dialogue, names, and Dari phrases pronounced as intended, adding realism and connection that’s hard to replicate on the page. The audiobook made the characters feel even more vivid, their choices more heartbreaking, and their pain more personal.
This re-read reminded me why this book is so highly regarded. The themes of guilt, redemption, and the fragile nature of childhood loyalty still resonate just as deeply. Even knowing the story, I found myself fully immersed—and emotionally gutted all over again.
If you’ve read this before, I highly recommend revisiting it in audio format. It’s a completely different experience—one that feels both intimate and raw.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Violence, Suicide attempt, War