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The Kite Runner

by Khaled Hosseini

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini X
The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini
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  • First Published:
    Jun 2003, 368 pages

    Paperback:
    Apr 2004, 384 pages

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Anne (07/06/05)

incredible
Excellent, incredible, thought provoking... I loved this book.

This is not just a book.

This is literature.

This rates high up on the list with books such as East of Eden by John Steinbeck and other such excellent novels.

I can't wait for the next one!
Charlie (06/02/05)

Just wonderful
The other reviews say it all - this is a fantastic book, that I couldn't put down. It is also probably the best book I have read to date. It should be on everyone's 'to be read' list....
Jutharat (06/01/05)

the best book ive read...
I finished reading The Kite Runner and i found it beautifully written. I would love to read more of Khaled Hosseini's upcoming books....it was very touching to the heart and I really enjoyed reading through it! Beautiful work on the book!
Michael (02/16/05)

One of the very best books I have ever read. Actually it's the best book I've ever read and there isn't even a close second. While the setting of the story is interesting and timely and certainly adds to the experience, the moral messages are what make the book special. The themes of love, betrayal, loyalty, redemption, and courage are pure and raw and cut straight to your soul. While portions of the book are difficult to read due to violent and oftentimes depressing content, the story is ultimately inspirational and sublime. I have never written a book review before and probably never will again. Please read this book! You won't be sorry.
Karen B (02/09/05)

This powerful book had a compelling plot that drew the reader into the story. The characters were real and you felt as if you knew them. You journeyed with them through all the ups and downs and felt their joy and sorrow. A real page-turner!!
Hilda (02/08/05)

Powerful and unputdownable!
jeff (02/07/05)

a hard to put down and overall great book.
brent honnerlaw (02/03/05)

it says nothing, means nothing

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