Ryan, I also enjoyed The Kite Runner. I felt that it was engaging on all levels. The complexity of the plot, the relationship between the characters and the entirety of the setting. Amir's character is interesting, however there were moments where I would have liked Hassan to reappear or where I would have liked to hear his take on the rape. I agree that Hosseini left the reader engaged specifically on Amir's character and how he is able to cope (or not cope) with the events taken place in the novel. Yes, I felt that Amir's actions were inappropriate in regards to Hassan but he was able to compensate for his lack of involvement for the prevention of the rape and ultimately save Hassan's son from being detained by the government. Ryan, I agree that Baba likes consistency and balance as a father. It is interesting to see the consistency and balance shatter as a result of Baba revealing the truth to Amir. I do not agree that Baba's parenting lifestyle made Amir a stronger person, in fact, I think it made him weaker. He had never been able to stand up for himself, much less for Hassan. I believe the move to America is what made Amir a stronger person. Instead of comfortably relying on his father for support, he was able to become independent in living out the values of America. It is as if America's values of freedom, freed himself from Baba.
Although the plot seemed to be too rounded out, it was comforting to have the novel reach a satisfying close and come full circle.
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