I first heard about the book when one of my followers on Tumblr recommended it. I got my copy 2 months ago from the book fair. I just started reading it this week and I can't just put it down!!! I was so eager to find more about Mariam (and then later on, with Laila). I 
 The book doesn't disappoint except for what happened to one of the main characters (I'm such a fan of happy-ever-afters for protagonists (view spoiler)[ I wanted Mariam to go with Laila and her children omfg. Rasheed's finally out of the picture and Laila can finally be with Tariq (hide spoiler)].) 
 The book's really good and I love the fact that the scenes are soooo damn real. This is one of THOSE books. And by THOSE books I meant books that made me shed a tear. I cannot wait to read one of Mr. Hosseini's books on my shelf. Well done!