Khaled Hosseini – 3 Books Set (Hardcover)

Description

The Kite Runner
Genre: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Drama

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini is a deeply moving tale of friendship, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of a changing Afghanistan. It is a heart-wrenching story that explores the bonds of loyalty and the heavy burden of guilt.

Synopsis
Set in Kabul in the 1970s, the novel follows Amir, a privileged boy, and Hassan, the son of his father’s servant. Despite their close friendship, Amir’s betrayal of Hassan leaves a lasting scar. As Afghanistan falls into turmoil with the Soviet invasion and Taliban rule, Amir emigrates to America but cannot escape the guilt of his past. Years later, an opportunity for redemption draws him back to a war-torn homeland and forces him to confront the consequences of his childhood actions.

Through a story of personal and national tragedy, The Kite Runner offers a profound exploration of forgiveness, courage, and the ties that bind.

Key Themes in The Kite Runner
• Friendship & Betrayal – The complexities and fragility of human bonds.
• Guilt & Redemption – The lifelong impact of guilt and the hope for atonement.
• Father-Son Relationships – The yearning for approval and love.
• The Fall of Afghanistan – A portrait of a country devastated by conflict.
• Ethnic Tensions – The divides between social classes and ethnic groups.

Why Read The Kite Runner?
• Emotionally Powerful – A story that leaves a lasting impression.
• Rich Cultural Setting – Vividly portrays Afghan culture and history.
• Universally Relatable Themes – Guilt, loyalty, and the search for redemption.
• Critically Acclaimed – A modern classic beloved by millions.

The Kite Runner is an unforgettable journey through love, loss, and the power of forgiveness, told with Khaled Hosseini’s signature compassion and grace.

A Thousand Splendid Suns
Genre: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Drama, Women’s Fiction

A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini is a breathtaking story of two Afghan women whose lives become intertwined across decades of hardship, oppression, and resilience. It is a moving portrait of endurance, hope, and the unbreakable strength of the human spirit.

Synopsis
Set against the backdrop of Afghanistan’s tumultuous history from the Soviet invasion to Taliban rule, the novel follows Mariam and Laila—two women from very different backgrounds—whose paths cross under devastating circumstances. Forced into a shared marriage to an abusive man, they form an unlikely sisterhood that becomes their source of strength and salvation.

Through their intertwined lives, Hosseini captures the struggles faced by Afghan women and the extraordinary courage they summon in the face of cruelty, loss, and injustice.

Key Themes in A Thousand Splendid Suns
• Female Friendship & Solidarity – The power of connection and support.
• Oppression & Resilience – Surviving and resisting brutality and injustice.
• Motherhood & Sacrifice – Acts of love and protection in the harshest conditions.
• War and Its Aftermath – The devastating effects of decades of conflict.
• Hope and Endurance – The triumph of the human spirit against all odds.

Why Read A Thousand Splendid Suns?
• Emotionally Gripping – A story that resonates deeply with readers.
• Unflinching and Compassionate – A powerful portrayal of women’s lives.
• Rich Historical Context – A window into Afghanistan’s turbulent history.
• Beautifully Written – Khaled Hosseini’s storytelling at its finest.

A Thousand Splendid Suns is a tribute to the strength, sacrifice, and enduring hope of Afghan women, told with profound sensitivity and power.

And the Mountains Echoed
Genre: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Family Saga, Drama

And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini is an epic, multi-generational novel that explores how a single act of sacrifice reverberates through families, relationships, and across continents. It is a tapestry of love, loss, and the often invisible threads that connect us all.

Synopsis
Beginning with a heart-wrenching decision made by a poor Afghan father in the 1950s, the story unfolds across decades and borders—from Kabul to Paris, San Francisco to the Greek islands. Told through interconnected characters and shifting perspectives, each story adds depth to the consequences of that original choice.

As the novel progresses, themes of separation, longing, identity, and the complex bonds between siblings and parents emerge, weaving together a global portrait of human connection and disconnection.

Key Themes in And the Mountains Echoed
• Family and Sacrifice – The ripple effects of love, separation, and loyalty.
• Interconnected Lives – How strangers and kin are linked by invisible ties.
• The Cost of Choices – How decisions shape destinies over generations.
• Memory and Identity – The role of past experiences in shaping who we are.
• Global Journey – A narrative spanning continents and cultures.

Why Read And the Mountains Echoed?
• Sweeping and Emotional – A masterful story of love and loss across time.
• Deeply Human – Characters that are flawed, relatable, and unforgettable.
• Richly Layered – Each chapter adds a new perspective and depth.
• Literary Excellence – Khaled Hosseini’s most ambitious and intricate novel.

And the Mountains Echoed is a profound exploration of family, sacrifice, and the many ways in which lives intertwine. Khaled Hosseini delivers yet another masterpiece filled with compassion, insight, and beauty.