The Kitemaker
The Kitemaker
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1976
Book Brief
151
Short Story • Fiction
1976
Adult
10-14 years
Reviews & Readership
288 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Reviews for Ruskin Bond's The Kitemaker highlight its evocative writing and nostalgic exploration of changing times. Readers appreciate its rich character development and vivid descriptions, but some find the story's pace slow. Overall, Bond's storytelling captivates, though those seeking fast-paced plots might be less engaged.
Who Should Read The Kitemaker?
Readers who enjoy The Kitemaker by Ruskin Bond cherish evocative, nostalgic storytelling set in India. They appreciate timeless themes of tradition, change, and familial bonds. Fans of R.K. Narayan's Malgudi Days or Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner will find this short story equally touching and thought-provoking.
288 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
151
Short Story • Fiction
1976
Adult
10-14 years
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