I loved the book and I also liked the graphic novel very much. Thank you @Sharv_Sona for the recommendation.
“For you, a thousand times over” is probably one of my favourite (and most moving) literary quotes.
I loved the book and I also liked the graphic novel very much. Thank you @Sharv_Sona for the recommendation.
“For you, a thousand times over” is probably one of my favourite (and most moving) literary quotes.
I am in tears. I reread the book a few days ago, and yet the graphic novel hits harder. It very emotional for me to see one of my favourite books come to life in such a unique way. This is why I love graphic novels. It isn‘t nearly as long as the book, but the impact which it had over me was through the roof. @Reyzl if you haven‘t already read this, please do.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
“For you, a thousand times over!”
repost for @Catsandbooks:
The #FoodandLit Buddy Read for May is The Kite Runner 🇦🇫
This is a casual read-at-your-own-pace buddy read. Anyone is welcome to join! Please let me know if you would like to be tagged in the check-in posts.
@Texreader, @Butterfinger
original post: https://www.litsy.com/web/post/2402020
This book is a powerful and moving story of friendship between two 12 yr old boys, Amir and Hassan, the betrayal and guilt in that friendship and finally redemption. But more than that , it is an ode to the Afghan way of life, which is gone and nobody knows if it will ever come back. With Taliban back in power in Afghanistan, this book shows us the pain that it's people are going through.
I can't believe it took me so long to read this! I read a Thousand Splendid Suns years ago and I always planned to read this one as well, but I never seemed to get around to it. I was a bit worried that after all the buildup I wouldn't enjoy it, but it was so good!
I‘m starting this journey today. I‘ve put it off for way too long.
The Kite Runner is the story of Amir, a Sunni Muslim, from Afghanistan. Amir was an only child after his mother died during labor and was raised by his father, who he calls Baba. He also lives with Ali and Hassan, the servants, the a Shi‘a Muslim (a minority that isn‘t treated well). Hassan is Amir‘s age and they were very close friends for most of their childhood.
#AugustAuthors Day 29: #KhaledHosseini‘s novel has a graphic novel adaptation. This graphic novel moved me once again to tears. I am hoping that even reluctant older readers would be inspired to read the original novel after reading this. The artists have done Hosseini‘s words justice. My review: https://wp.me/pDlzr-9Ib
“That was a long time ago, but it‘s wrong what they say about the past, I‘ve learned, about how you can bury it. Because the past claws its way out. Looking back now, I realize I have been peeking into that deserted alley for the last twenty-six years.”
I can‘t believe I waited that long to read this. I‘d love to have seen my facial expressions while reading this. I feel like I was either smiling freely ear to ear, or holding back ugly cries. Some parts were so heart- breaking that I wanted to stop reading. This book, I will not soon shake. I look forward to more books by this author.
Finally reading this book!! I‘m 100 pages from the end and I‘m a wreck of emotion. Alllllllllll the feels.
1. Lets just talk about that, shall we.... Iots...
2. The Kite Runner graphic novel
#Two4Tuesday @TheSpineView
#ManicMonday #LetterK
📚Kite Runner
🖊Barbara Kingsolver
🍿Karate Kid
🎤Kygo, Khalid
🎼Kiss From A Rose https://open.spotify.com/track/3YKptz29AsOlm7WAVnztBh?si=LZlpLUSgRxuIGIbjBQdJAg
Oh Hosseini - I'd like my heart back when you're quite finished stomping all over it with your beautiful but terrible words.
It took three attempts for me to read this book as I couldn't get past one of the more harrowing scenes. Ultimately I'm glad I powered through, it is definitely a book that will stay with me.
An obvious choice, but I have only just discovered that there is a graphic novel version and now I‘m curious.
#Kite #BloomingBibliophiles
@Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks
@OriginalCyn620
Day 26 - #Kite #BloomingBibliophiles
#KiteRunner #KhaledHosseini
Read this in 2006 and enjoyed it very much!
“For you, a thousand times over.”
This adaptation is elegantly done. The words and images may not be able to fully interpret the heartbreaking story but the artwork portrays the emotions well enough. A beautiful story and I‘m glad this adaptation introduces the story to a new generation of readers and wider audience.
#YAApril
it always hurts more to have and lose than to not have in the first place. - Rahim Khan to Amir while talking about Hassan
I've started reading this on Monday and I must say that I'm quite enjoying it even if some parts can be shocking. I think I'll finish it rather quickly, but then, who knows?
Having recently read the novel for the first time, I couldn't pass up the chance to read the graphic novel too.
Even knowing the story, I was still wrapped up in the beauty of Khaled Hosseini's writing, and the artwork just made the story come alive so much more.
I'm not always a fan of graphic novel adaptations of books I love, but this one is very well done.
Just realized they made a graphic novel of this book. I dig the artwork. It‘s always interesting to see how an artist envisions what you imagined in your head.
Big Sky country. Dave and I listening to tagged book because somehow I have never read it.
A really good graphic novel version of a modern classic.
I had heard about this book for years but avoided it because I knew something horrible happens in it...and the suffering is worse than I imagined. I learned so much about why people choose to stay in a war torn country because it is their home. Customs, prejudice and judgements caused people to lie and hurt the people they love the most.
#MarchIntoThe70s #BornToRun
This one is on my planned Easter break reading & #Booked2019 ❤️
For you, a thousand times over 💕 my intro to Khaled Hosseini.
I found this book at a church carnival and bought it for only fifty cents.
This book is worth WAY more than that.
While I had heard of Kite Runner before, I was always a bit hesitant to read it, but by the end, I went on an emotional roller coaster where I found myself loving this character‘s so realistic journey through life.
Five incredible stars!
#BookNDessert! Accompaniment this frigid and windy evening: a molten chocolate bundt cake with a caramel center and vanilla syrup, and a hot tea. MMMmmm 😋! Happy reads & happy eats! 😎👌🏻
“When you tell a lie, you steal someone‘s right to truth” -Baba
A book I wish my son would read when he is in his teens.. would be a different perspective for him growing up in New Zealand .. life seems so sheltered living in this corner of the world .. wouldn‘t want him take that for granted ..Reading about lives in Afghanistan have made me reflect how lucky am I ? A real eye opener
Only been through first 50 pages .. so far good 😀
Enjoying this one on Audible. Obscure spoiler warning in the comments.
Just started this one this morning.Getting out of my comfort zone a little.Thought i‘d try something different.
"There are a lot of children in Afghanistan; but little childhood"
~Khaled hosseini
Honestly it gives you MANY mixed emotions but it‘s a wonderful book and I would recommend it too any one (even those without a soul) I also plan on reading more of Khaled‘s books so wish me luck cause I might drown in a river of tears... again