posted by EmpressSassy on Nov 13
Well the votes are in and the critics have spoken at the second book club meeting. Out of 5 stars we have given Kite Runner 3 stars.
This is a rather dark, realistic book based on guilt, shame, evil and the reality of a life in the hardened world of Afghanistan during the war. It’s an easy read, but for some of us a little difficult to read some of the harsh parts that detailed some of the more harsh scenes concerning rape, murder and abuse.
The most interesting part was the actual reference to the Kite Running skill and we did discuss that to some detail. This is an event that takes place using kites and some sort of fiber glass type of string and apparently the object is to cut your opponents kite string as your kite is in the air next to their kite. It has nothing to do with the book’s over all theme, but yet it ties in at the beginning and the end of the novel.
Would I personally read another book by this author? No, as I am not into the harsh, reality type reads. Life is harsh enough and I don’t need to read this for entertainment. It was just too much for me.
It was a very interesting discussion tonight as we all had different opinions of the main character and the story line. Thus our book club was a success. Jerry won the door prize for the month and it was a Christmas canister and a gift card to the Book Lore. (Donated by Carrie, thank you!)
Oh and a HUGE shout out to Jacob on his successful “funny” moment. Dude, we love you and we wouldn’t know what to do with out you. We will meet you at Panera Nan any time! ha ha
Next month we hope to have a nice Holiday Celebration and discuss our next book. Jerry has opened up his house for the club and we most graciously accepted!
November 15th, 2008 at 10:31 pm
I agree - an easy read but tough in some parts. It was very powerful and the author is a great story teller. I actually have started his other book. I think it’s interesting to learn about this culture.
What is the next book on the list?
November 16th, 2008 at 4:02 pm
The culture depresses me. I guess it’s too much reality for me. I know that’s very wrong of me, but I can’t take the reality. That book is still in my head and I can’t get it out. I don’t like that part. I can’t seem to block it and I don’t want a book to do that to my head. I’m not saying he’s not a good author, it’s just too real for me.