Book Review Eight

I think that there isn't really a lot to say about this book because you really have to read it for yourself (then why are you writing about it Steve?)

But I will tell you this, it was very interesting to read some literature about the Arabic culture and the country of Afghanistan because I think that this is not a commonly explored topic in America. Although this story isn't about poverty, politics, or war, you can't tell the story of an Afghan man's life without bringing these topics to light.

Most of all this story is about friendship, loyalty, betrayal, rejection, and ultimately redemption. It's very powerful and gripping. The main character makes some mistakes in his life and you would be tempted to think that you would have played your cards differently. But to be honest, I'm not so sure I would have.

And that's what makes it so sad. That something that is a world away can seem so real, because despite the fact that this book was a work of fiction it is based on the real Afghanistan.

Kite Runner is officially the Steven Conn book of the month. But don't take MY word for it....

(reading rainbow anyone?)