The Kite Runner 25-end

I'm satisfied with the ending. It was realistic yet powerful. Overall it was a good book-an emotional read. I'm glad I had the chance to learn about a culture very different from my own. 

The Kite Runner 23 & 24

I really hope Amir can adopt Sohrab, but Amir is making promises he doesn't know if he can keep. That is definitely not helping Sohrab trust him. What happened to Sohrab in the bathroom? Did he commit suicide? 

The Kite Runner 22

Well, Amir got what he wanted, physical punishment. I'm so angry he didn't fight for the boy but rather took the beating to feel better about himself. This chapter is disgusting in more ways than one.

The Kite Runner ch. 19-21

Amir's growth in these chapters is interesting. He is less self-centered now, seeing his homeland in distress.

I can't wait to learn more about the man wearing the sunglasses. I wonder how he will react when Amir asks if he can take Sohrab away.

TKR 25-END

decent ending, I don't blame Sohrab for his lack of speech because of all that happened to him. I feel bad that he cut himself, when he told Amir he wishes he let him die it was touching (obviously not in a good way) but anyways the ending was decent. Full circle, the story was one loop of itself. It wasn't bad, I enjoyed the little excerpts much more than the actual plot.

TKR 23 & 24

Poor Sohrab. These chapters were pretty much all about technicalities of adoption, and how Amir was righteous for trying to adopt him. I don't think he's righteous- he has no other option. There are only 1 or 2 chapters left, I wonder how resolution will occur. Did Sohrab kill himself of just get injured? The plot thickens

TKR 22

good, but not as emotional as expected. Amir proved he is a huge coward, just laying there instead of fighting back in Hassan's honor. It's pathetic that his son is more of a man than Amir is. Aseef is gross , this book is gross, I just want a happy ending. When will Amir show he's a man instead of letting others fight his battles for him instead?

TKR 19,21 & 22

The way Farid treated Amir at first was nice. I enjoyed the brutality of his words- it humbled Amir in a way I believe he needed. Watching their friendship develop as they begin to understand one another is a nice dynamic- I hope nothing happens to Farid. I know from hearing it from others who the sunglasses man is. I wonder what's coming in 22.

TKR 16, 17, and 18

These chapters were interesting. I like how it connected Baba's ignorance to Amir's. It shows that fathers are like sons- and although I don't condone Amir's behavior it makes it a little less bad. I wonder how Amir will do back in Kabul. I have a feeling the story is about to get interesting. 

Santas coming tonight tonight

Santas coming tonight 

The Kite Runner ch. 16-18

I'm glad Amir has a chance to redeem himself by helping Hassan's son. I wonder if Amir's conscience will be cleared by this, or if he will continue to feel guilty because of his relations to Hassan.

TKR 13-15

I enjoyed the wedding scene. The description was just enough and when Amir told Sonya he loved her, I liked how he connected it back to Hassan and the idea of his wedding. It was sad for Baba to die- but it's nice to see how many people were there to mourn his passing. He was a prominent man in the afghan society and it's nice to see how even in America people care about him.

TKR Part 11-12

I was very interested in the part where Sonya told her story and how Amir said it was like she was free and he wasn't. He should've told her the story about Hassan, she expressed not wanting to start the wedding on lies and he put that divide between them. I enjoy the way baba and Amir's relationship is developing.

Kite runner 11 and 12

Baba is passing away they moved to America where baba worked at a gas station. Baba finds out he has cancer. Amir is going to be a writter and is getting married. Parents new Eachother in afganastan so they allowed it.

The kite runner chapters 13-15

I think that it was a good idea that they had the wedding before Baba passed away, but usually weddings are more planned out and don't happen this fast. Amir should have really learned more about Soraya's family before he decided to marry her. I thought it was upsetting that they aren't able to have a baby. It was shocking to hear that Rahiem isn't doing very well and he called Amir to come see him in Pakistan. I think it's significant that Amir still thinks about Hassan and how he is doing. Eventually I believe Soraya is going to know what happened. It was sad to hear what Pakistan has become since the Taliban took over, I reallly want to know why Rahiem said that Hassan was living with him? What does that mean? Also I'm curious what the favor is? 

TKR 6

I really like Baba. He's straightforward and set in his beliefs. He isn't anti-anything. He just sees the world for what it is... crap. But his "adjustment" period has to come to a close eventually, he cant pine after Afghanistan forever. Although I imagine it isn't easy.

"What happens in a single day could change a lifetime" Amir really made some huge changes to his life. He cold still be with Hassan if he had changed things.

I'm happy for Amir, I wonder if he'll ever tell Soraya about Hassan

TKR 5

Poor Baba. Its interesting to see how much character he actually has. He really does have a tender heart and it isn't just all show that hes so selfless. He really loves Ali and Hassan. I hope Amir knows how much he really broke his father's heart.
Again Baba shows his true insides. He was willing to lose his life for a woman he did not know.
Kamal's father killing himself was really crazy.. Such a large message shown in so little words.

TKR 4

The only thing that stuck out to me was Amir's whispering in the middle of the night. It's like saying what he had experienced out loud really cemented his guilt, especially because noone heard him say it. And then Hassan asking what HE did wrong? Then he actually asked Baba about getting new servants? Amir is really getting on my last nerve here.

TKR 3

Im trying not to hate Amir right now. I get it hes a cowardly kid and theres a cultural aspect that holds him back as well but seriously? Hassan was literally his doormat all of Amir's life. The least Amir could do is take a punch in the face.

Kite Runner Day 2

I wonder what happened that Baba is so worried. Things are changing in Afghanistan. Amir is really selfish, I know he wants Babas attention but Hassan deserves recognition too. Its amazing that Hassan is always so attuned to what Amir is thinking.

The Kite Runner Chapters 25- to end

I liked the sense of imagery in these chapters and how concepts from previous chapters were brought up and further described with what was going on in Amir's life at that time. His flashbacks always were eye openers. And to me Amir seems a better person after everything he has experienced. The books ended with a good metaphor about the melt of snow, and the relationship between Sobran and Amir. 

The Kite Runner Chapters 23-24

Honestly right when I thought things were getting better for Amir and that he was being forgiven. Mr. Andrews daughter committed suicide and now something with Sobran is not right. I knew Soraya would find a way to get Sobran to America and now its going to be impossible since Sobran is sick or dead. Amir found him in the bathroom. WHAT IS WRONG WITH HIM??????? 

The Kite Runner Chapter 22

Oh my god, I cant believe that the Taliban was Aseef and Aseef challenged weak Amir to basically a battle. I can't believe he was beating him to the extent he was. And when he described when he was beaten and he was laughing, Amir did the same. Its funny how Sobran stuck up for Amir even though he doesnt know anything about him. And he beats Aseef which gets them both their freedom. 

The Kite Runner Chapters 19-21

I cant believe what has happened to Kabul and the land that Amir used to live in. It is completely destroyed of its beauty and culture. I am nervous about the meeting with the Head Taliban. And if they will find Sohrab. This trip is an eye opener to Amir and his small acts of kindness definitely make him a better person then he once was. When is Aseef going to come back into the story? Did he join the Taliban...??? 

The Kite Runner Chapters 16-18

These chapters were full of suspense. My questions about Hassan have been anwsered. And I am disappointed that he had to past that way. I can't believe Baba for his judgemental character. Or how he told Amir that lying was the biggest sin, even though he commited that sin. Maybe he was trying to make his son better then he was. But Amir must feel even worse that he watched his brother get raped. Rhaim puts a lot of stress and responsiblity on Amir to find Hassan's son and save him, maybe Amir feels that he could make up to Hassan by finding his son. Hassan is described exactly as he once was in his appearance and personality. I am intrigued to see what will happen in the next chapters! 

TKR Chapter 9 & 10

Hassans departure leaves Amir thinking about his past, and he comes to realization that his child hood is over. Also   Kamals father killing himself was a very dark and depressing way to end a chapter.

TKR Chapter 8

This chapter really finishes of the relationship between Amir and Hassan where we see Amir throw pomegranates at Hassan to provoke him to throw them back. But Hassan won't, this angers Amir and makes the whole situation worse.

The kite runner chapter 11&12

Chapter 11 really shows how Baba and Amir's relationship is getting better. When Amir was a kid Baba wanted nothing to do with him and he wasn't a very proud father. Now that Amir has graduated high school, and is now going onto college I feel like Baba is very proud and supporting him. He even took him out to dinner and bought him a new car. I was really surprised when Baba got diagnosed with cancer. I didn't expect that to come in the book. I'm glad that Amir is going to be with the general's daughter. Also I thought at the end of chapter 12 Amir was going to tell Soraya about how he betrayed Hassan, but he didn't. I don't know if he will be honest and tell her since he kept what happened to Hassan from everyone. 

Chapter 7

This chapter especially the end was both very confusing and disturbing. The scene where Assaf violated Hassan really brought a darker side into this book.

KiteRunner ch 11-12

I found the part where Baba says "Brezhnev is massacring Afghans and all that peanut eater can say is I won't come swim in your pool" was funny. Also I like the way baba is about politics. It's kind of refreshing

KiteRunner ch 13,14,15

I know weddings here are usually well planned out but I need knew that afgan weddings were even more strictish and thought out.
I really do love how after all the time they've been seperate from eahother than Amir still thinks of Hassan and how he's doing. Like when he was wondering if maybe Hassan had gotten married too.
I really don't know how to feel about Babas death. Reading it I was glad he does peacefully but I didn't know how to feel because Baba wasn't a great father to Amir in the beginning but as Amir got older Baba became more and more proud. So I don't know.
I do know that not many people like the romance that comes into a serious book like this but I thought that the conversation that Soraya and Amir had about Sorayas past and the way Amir reacted, so accepting was perfect because not only do you find people that are hard of accepting in Afghanistan but there are a lot of people like that here and when you find someone that will accept you for ever mistake you've made and every flaw like Amir accepted Soraya than it's an amazing thing.

The Kite Runner 11/12

I like the fact how you can see how difference of the relationship between Baba and Amir. Back when Amir was a child, Baba had very little interest in him and now Baba is proud of him of school and bought him a new car. I feel that Baba is better then what he was. 

Kite Runner day 7

Baba's death is very sad. It really makes baba seem more human then the beginning of the book. I feel bad for soraya because she cannot escape her past. I was glad that Amir became a successful author and I'm sure baba would be proud of him if he was still alive. It was a blast from the past for Amir when rahim Khan called him. I'm curious about what happens next.

Kite runner day 6

It is very obvious that baba is unhappy in America. He doesn't really understand American ideals. Baba and Amir's relationship is rekindled when Amir graduates from high school. I believe soraya will fill the void in Amir's life when baba passes away.

Kite runner day 5

I was surprised by Amir's actions. I dir not think he would go so tarot get rid of Hassan. I was also surprised by baba's forgiveness even though the only crime is theft. I think he knew that Hassan didn't really steal the watch. In chapter 10 it is still obvious that Amir has not learned to courageous.

The kite runner chapter 8

Hassan is depressed now and just does the things he really has to an then goes to be alone. It is painful to see Amir because he possibly knows what had happened on the alley with Assef. Also, it is awful for Hassan to be serving Assef and his friends after what they had done to him.

The kite runner chapter 7

I find it interesting that Amir is afraid of the monster but not Hassan. Also the fact that Hassan can not swim but he still tells Amir that he will keep him safe.  Anti tries to forget what happened to Hassan by accepting that his father loves him.

The Kite Runner Ch. 13-15

There are multiple times in the book when characters say there's a price to pay for everything. Amir has kept this rape secret for years and it's weighing him down. It's depressing he assumes the reason Soraya can't have kids is his fault. 

The Kite Runner Chapter 15

It was intriguing to see that Rhaim was sticking to his cultural ways and not leaving to seek more help in order for him to live longer. Their conversations seemed to be easy going, but when Rhaim brings up Hassan, Amir goes cold. I am curious as to what Rhaim is going to say about Hassan. 

The Kite Runner Chapters 13-14

Its good to see that Baba and Amir's relationship has finally gotten better before Baba passes away. Soraya is good to Baba, and helps him often because he is unable to help himself. It is satisfying that Amir publishes a book. But I cant help but think that Amir is being punished for his past so he is unable to have a baby with Soraya. This causes tension with their relationship. I am curious to see what happens when Amir and Rhaim Kan meet again after all of these years.

TKR ch 13-15

everyone is dying but i guess that's what happens when a story is ending. I hate characters like General T- people who abuse the system are the absolute worse. The situation in afghan is much easier to picture after going on the field trip. I can't believe at a time the Taliban was accepted. The book is getting interesting, I can't wait to find out what's up in Hassan's Life

Day 6: chapters 11&12

I think the day that Amir graduatedfrom  highschool was the day that started his and Babas renewed relationship. Baba is extremely proud of this accomplishment, hes even going as far as accepting his choice with going to junior college for writing. That shocked me a little bit, considering how Baba always wanted Amir be more like him. Day by day it seems like their relationship is improving greatly. Baba having cancer and not wanting to do anything about it confuses me a little bit. On the brightside of things Amir is going to marry the general's daughter, he seems at peace with himself besides the whole situation with Baba. While talking to Soraya on the phone he almost told her about Hassen and everything that happened, I think hes going to tell her about about everything sometime soon. 

TKR ch 11-12

I like this jump in the story. I wonder if Amir will make it as a writer, and from the way he reacted about the ID makes me feel like Baba is a bull in a china shop. (him the bull, the shop America) I wonder why Amir is intimidated by General Taheri, and if he has reason to be. Sonya's past is intresting. It's sad Baba dies.

The Kite Runner 11-12

Its weird to see Baba struggling to get along witg life in the US even though he talks about how much he likes it. I also like that Amir becomes insterested in that girl at the swap meet.

Kite runner chapters 11 and 12

Y doesn't Amir tell anyone about his dad. Like it should be a good thing if he told someone

The Kite Runner Part 6

Why did Baba decline treatment and why does Baba flip out when he doesn't have his ID? Baba still doesn't approve of Amir when he tells him he is going to major in creative writing but ends up dying happy because Baba realizes that it's what Amir wants to do and he is about to ask Soraya to marry him.

The Kite Runner Part 5

This part is when Ali makes Hassan and himself leave because he found out what Happened to Hassan and that Amir watched it happen. Also he knew that Hassan didn't really steal the watch but he got the hint that Amir didn't want them there anymore. In chapt 10 they are escaping from Afghanistan and Baba almost gives his life in defense for a complete stranger. At the end the man kills himself because his son died. 

The Kite Runner 11-12

I was glad that Amir graduated school & now he's going to college. Surprisingly Baba was happy for Amir graduating. I was shocked when Baba got diagnosed with cancer. I was proud to see Amir met a girl at the flea market.

Kite runner 11 and 12

Anita father and him are living in America and baba is working as a manager of a gas station. Every Sunday they set up a stand at a flea market and sell stuff. Baba meets this girl who baba new her father back from Kabul and Amir realy likes her. Baba ends up being rly sick and finds out he's has cancer. But he doesn't want treatment and dosent tell anyone. This is sad because he has a sesure at the flea market in front of everyone

The Kite Runner 9-10

I was surprised that Hassan & Ali were going to leave. I thought that if baba said he forgave them that they would stay but they left anyway. I think eventually Amir will regret doing what he did to get rid of Hassan. 

I think its horrible that baba goes from being such a wealthy man and well respected to being a gas station manager. And amir is still selfish. I dont like him. Its crazy that baba is actually dieing

Kite runner chapters 11 & 12

Amir must have been extatic when baba said he was proud of him at graduation. In the beginning chapters all Amir wanted was to have his father be proud. I never expected baba to end up with cancer. 

Day 5 : chapters 9&10

Amir is selfish. I personally think Hassen shouldn't  have gone along with the whole situation involving the "stolen" money. I don't understand how Amir can possibly be okay with himself, first he let the whole situation in the alley way occur even after all those times Hassen risked his well being for Amir. Amir couldn't even risk his well being once. It seems like Babas and Amirs relationship hasn't changed much considering the way he snapped at Amir on the back of the truck saying "havent i taught you anything?".I think baba still deeply wishes that Amir would've  turned out a little better than what he has turned out to be. Amir definitely still feels some resentment from Baba with his thoughts being that his fathers life went from having large amounts of success to only having two suitcases and a disappointing son. Lastly, I noticed that while on the truck Amir had a flashback of that day in the alley way....as much as Amir would probably want to forget about it something like that just doesn't go away. 

The Kite Runner ch. 11-12

I'm happy Baba and Amir are getting along more; Baba was proud of Amir's graduation and bought him a car. 

Baba also approves of Amir's interest in Soraya, I don't think he complained about her once.

Amir will probably struggle to be honest with his wife about his past.

The Kite Runner Chapters 11-12

It is interesting to see how much Baba and Amir's life has changed since they have moved to America. They no longer have a large home, and they are not known, this breaks Baba down. Amir constantly is reminded of his past, but he is trying to move towards his future with his new wife to be. In upcoming chapters I am guessing that Baba will pass away since he refuses treatment, also I admire Amir's wife to be because she lets out her past before entering her future. I still wonder about Hassan, and how is life is going now though? 

Chapter 7

I don't understand how Amir can act so heartless to Hassan when they have been together since they were born. He should have helped Hassan while he was getting raped instead of watching. 

The kite runnah post 8,9&10

I feet that Hassan is completly justified and leaving. Nobody deserves to take as much emotionall and psysicall pain that Hassan takes on constant basis by being Amirs friend.

Chapter 9-10

I did not think Ali and Hassan were going to leave. I think Hassan's going to come back or Amir is going to find Hassan. 

The Kite Runner chapter 9 & 10

These two chapters to me were very intense and made me very disgusted. I was surprised that Ali and Hassan left. I never thought that would happen because they were so close with Baba. I was very upset with Amir that he was setting Hassan up, I think he is being very selfish and needs to stop. The "rain" when Ali and Hassan leave shows change, and I wonder how things are going to be different with the rest of the book. I was very shocked when Kamal's father kills himself after his son dies. I think it was the spure of the moment and he was very upset, and maybe his son was the only one he had and the way he felt after he died, he wanted to shoot himself. 

TKR ch 9-10

Amir infuriates me. These chapters were morbid to read, but I understand the pain that Kamal's father felt. I did not think he was completely wrong for killing himself- his son was probably all he had. The way that Kamal had been raped as well is kind of a slap in the face to Amir. Maybe something will happen to him if he keeps up with his stupidity.

KiteRunner ch 9-10

These entire two chapters left in in some kind of shock. Ali and Hassan leaving. That was something I would have never saw coming because they were all so close with Baba. I think it was a good thing that a softer side of Baba was shown though because I see him as a father that doesn't and will never be able to accept his son for who he is, but to see although he is the way he is towards Amir that he really does have a heart and does care about people. That is untill on that truck he almost killed Kamir. I could imagine the fear though because they're on a trip to make it to somewhere safe and you never know what could happen in the midst of that trip so try to get there as fast as possible. The other thig that shocked me was that Kamal's father killed himself because Kamal had died. I feel like that could represent something for further in the book or maybe something now but I can't really think of what, but it was sure one heck of a way to end the chapter.

The Kite Runner 9-10

I really don't understand why Amir had to set Hassan up. It isn't fair to Hassan, since he's done so much for him. And another thing that caught me off guard was that Hassan even admitted to it even though he didn't. 

The Kite Runner chapter 8

I still feel that Hassan knows that Amir saw what happened. And the guilt is killing Amir, so he feels the need to be mean and rude to him, even after everything Hassan has done and been through for Amir. 

The Kite Runner ch. 9-10

It rains in the scene where Ali and Hassan drive away, symbolizing that this is a turning point in the story. 

 

There are also more scenes implying other characters were or almost raped, continuously reminding Amir of Hassan. 

The Kite Runner- Chapters 9-10

In both chapters, Baba and Amir's relationship continually gets worse. I want to know what happened to Ali and Hassan when the war broke out? What was the car ride like to the bus station? I feel like the war is a little random and Im not sure when it happened and why? The bus and how they are trying to escape is a little confusing, and when Kamal dies, what exactly was wrong with him in the first place??? On page 120 there is italics writing that is important but Im not sure what the meaning is towards the themes of the book. 

Kite runner chapter 8

I feel like Amir and Hassan's relationship is just growing further and further apart, and I'm wondering if the pomegranate is going to have any significance towards the end of the book? If it is foreshadowing that something bad is going to happen with their relationship or with one of the characters? I don't like that still hasn't told anyone about the rape. I didn't really like this chapter that much 

The kite runner post 3

I think it's messed up that rape could just happen like that and Amir was so concerned with himself he can't stop something horrible from happening

TKR CH 8

Once again, I'm not sure how I feel about this chapter. I don't know how the Hitler references will come into play at the end, but I feel it will be very significant. The whole pomegranate scene was important to me, because I feel it is a big turning point in Hassan and Amir's friendship. When Amir has to use violence to try to provoke Hassan, it is solely related to his guilt. It reaches the point where Hassan hits himself with the pomegranate, and that could be seen as a point where the friendship starts to really take a turn for the worse.

Kite Runner chapter 8

Amir is being even more mean to Hassan and they grow apart. I feel as if that's gonna change and they're gonna become close again. 

TKR chapter 8

I love how assef got Amir a biography of Hitler. Assef is doing a great job of making the adults think hes a good kid.

kite runner chap8

amir and hassan are growing apart, thats not gonna be any kind of good for amir and i think hassan may kill himself and thats why amir gets the call earlier in the book

KiteRunner ch8

The fact that Amir won't tell anyone what he saw even though he knows it would be the best way to go about things makes me angry although I do understand the conflict he's having. I feel like when worst comes to worst between Assef, Hassan, and Amir that Baba likes Assef so much that he probably wouldn't do anything about it. Not believing them. Although he might for just Hassan, I believe if he knew Hassan was raped by Assef that he would definitely do something about it. That's why I think one of them needs to come to terms with the event that happened and do something about it; not just act like everything is fine and just put up with the power and control Assef is holding over them. Especially Hassan when he had to serve Assef from a silver platter.

Kite runner part 4

I was shocked at the end of the chapter. I expected Hassan to be beat up, maybe killed but not raped. I was also shocked that Amir did nothing to help him, even though Hassan was willing to give up his life for that kite. I feel like the relationship between hassan and Amir will never be the same after this.

I cant believe that amir played his boy again by saying he stole the momey and the watch from him. And i also cant believe that hasaan just agreed even when he knew he didnt take it. Amir has no heart and isnt loyal to his "boy". He should of said something abiut what he seen in the alle when hasaan was gettin raped and this would of never happen. Im happy baba dont pay any attention to him he dont deserve it

part 3

why does assef rape Hassan? is he different? I thought it was cruel that Amir just watched.

The kite runner part 5

Since Kamal got raped too, is this foreshadowing Hassan? If his father found out would he kill himself too?

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It sucks to see what Amir did, or didn't do about seeing Hassan get raped. Honestly I don't know what I would have done in his situation", I would hope that i would have stood up to Assef and been courageous but I can't say I would. Not that I obviously say it's right but I have a sympathy/hate relationship with Amir. Hassan's loyalty is something I admire and I feel like this culture is similar to how it was a while ago, but with a lot of respect of servants to slave.

Pg 1-34

It's interesting to see a story where so far the Dad is rich and has made a name for himself. Usually I would have excepted a story of a family with poverty. It also seems weird that every person has their own slave/servant and that even though they treat each other so we'll that it still is the sort of power dominance that Amir has over Hassan. 

Chapter 9 and 10

Why did Hassan and his dad leave? Did he tell his dad what happend? Why didn't hassans father tell baba what happend? The part where baba crys just shows that he actually has feelings and he does care but like most people he showed he cared to late. Then the part when they need to go by the Russian soilder and baba offers to take a bullet for the women is starting to slowly change my opion on him. He showed he has honor.

The Kite Runner ch. 8

It's so frustrating that Hassan won't do anything to Amir, but the author wants to emphasize how pure the boy is even after he endures rape.