It is not usual for a writer to make others dream, to make them nostalgic. But, a great writer makes his reader experience the pain and pleasure of the characters depicted in each and every page.
Many writers have tried in vain to built characters so lively, but Hosseni has not only succeeded where others have failed, but also made the audience feel their emotions which will make its impression deep down your heart after reading.
Khaled Hosseni has captivated the readers mind with his single thread and if you are going to read the book be ready to scale the horizon with his champion kite. The strong under currents of emotion will not only shake you from the root, but also accompany you in a journey to seek the the ultimate human bonding and humanity itself.
The Afghan culture depicted here will be a tour-de-force through the past of now ruined culture. And of course the kite runner will, with guarantee, run you down.
I guarantee that this book worth your book shelf and that you will have no remorse after reading it.