Khaled Hosseini solidified his reputation as a writer and story teller in this, his second novel. In exposing the recent tulmultuous history of Afghanistan once again, he tells it from the perspective of two women. Despite their contrasting beginnings and upbringings both women end up at the same point sharing a bond beyond expectations. As a writer, Khaled understands their hearts and souls. The story wraps us in their shattered lives showing what this ravaged country has experienced better than any history lesson could. A brilliant and moving story of survival.