A review by taravvr
The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

dark emotional informative reflective sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

What I liked most about The Kite Runner was its enchanting depiction of prewar Afghani culture, which is a rare phenomenon in modern day media. Of course there are many graphic scenes throughout the book but it renders the story all the more impactful and memorable. 
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