I just finished reading this wonderful book by Khaled Hosseni. It is one of the finest books, I have read in recent times.
Somewhere in the personality and thoughts of the protagonist (Amir), we find ourselves. The book lays a heart wrenching scenario, and the long-term repercussions of Amir’s actions. Ashamed, you wonder what you would do in place of the protagonist. Perhaps it is the reason why you eagerly wait for the book to end, hopefully on a happy note.
Most beautifully described, the story tugs at your heart. It deals with sensitive topics like Afghanistan pre-Taliban, rule of Taliban, unimaginable physical abuse, harsh reality of leaving your war-ridden country and moving onto greener pastures, and the unfathomable human psyche.
Highly recommended read!
I should stop reading meaningless chick-lit novels and start reading books like these..:)
Subha, 🙂 Its good to intersperse chick-lit novels with serious reading. That’s how I prefer my reading!