The Kite Runner
Set in a country facing destruction,
The Kite Runner is the story of two friends with contrasting backgrounds – a wealthy boy and the son of his father’s servant. The powerful, heart-wrenching narrative brings to light the darkness of Afghanistan’s history. The story of family, love, and friendship is encapsulated in an engaging plot, and difficult issues of relationships, sacrifices, and lies are addressed. The book has received the Borders Original Voice Award, the San Francisco Chronicle Best Book of the Year Award, and the South African Boeke Prize.