*The Kite Runner* by Khaled Hosseini is a novel about friendship, betrayal, and redemption, set in Afghanistan and spanning several decades. The story centers on Amir, a young boy from a wealthy family in Kabul, and his bond with Hassan, the son of his father's servant. Despite their close friendship, Amir betrays Hassan in a moment of fear and guilt, an act that has lasting consequences for both of their lives. As the years pass, Amir moves to the United States, trying to escape his past, but he is haunted by the memory of his betrayal. When he receives a call from Rahim Khan, a former family friend, Amir learns that Hassan’s son, Sohrab, is in danger in war-torn Afghanistan. Amir returns to his homeland to find Sohrab and, in doing so, seeks redemption for his past wrongs. The novel explores themes of loyalty, guilt, and the lasting impact of personal choices, against the backdrop of Afghanistan’s tumultuous history.
