Jon on Books

The Kite Runner (hardcover, paperback, audiobook), by Khaled Hosseini, is one of the best audiobooks I've ever listened to. The story is fantastic and the narration (which is done the author) is wonderful. The book tells the story of the friendship of two Afghan boys from different socials classes - Amir, and his Shi'a servant, Hassan.

The story is mighty powerful and moving, and I actually had to stop listening several times at one point in the narration because I thought I was going to be sick. But that's not bad in this case - not too many books are well written enough to evoke a physical response in me!

This book is not for the light of heart - there are some very adult situations that can be difficult to stomach. However, if you invest the time into reading or listening to this story, you'll be happy you did.

5 out of 5 stars! A must read.