Initially, Soraya
is introduced as the daughter of a wealthy and well-respected businessman in
Kabul. Despite her privileged background, she is a kind and compassionate
person who is deeply affected by the poverty and suffering she sees around her.
She is also a feminist and is not afraid to speak out against the oppressive
treatment of women in Afghan society.
Soraya is a
strong contrast to Amir's first wife, the submissive, traditional, and
self-sacrificing Hassan's wife, who is depicted as the opposite of Soraya. Amir
finds himself drawn to Soraya's independent spirit and her willingness to
challenge societal norms, which is something he struggles with throughout the
novel.
Despite the
challenges they face due to Amir's past actions, Soraya and Amir have a deep and
loving relationship. Soraya forgives Amir for his past mistakes and helps him
to understand the importance of redemption and forgiveness. In the end, it is
Soraya who helps Amir to find the courage to confront his past and make amends
for his mistakes.
Soraya as a daughter:
Soraya was
the general's daughter. She faced many degradations from her father. Once upon a time,
she ran away with a man. When her father knew where she was, he brought her
home, and since she was humiliated by her father, even he asked her to cut her
hair as she did not dare to leave the house again.
Apart from
that, Soraya was passionate about becoming a teacher. But her father did not
let her follow her passion; thus, being an obedient Afghan daughter, she
followed whatever her father asked her to.
Soraya as a wife:
Soraya bore many misfortunes to be a daughter, but after becoming his spouse of Amir, she started to consider herself lucky because he was the only person after her mother who supported her. Including Amir stands by her whenever she takes any decision.
Apart from
that, her husband let her follow her affectionate teaching profession. Due to
this supportive act, Soraya stated that Amir (Husband) is unlike other Afghan
men.
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