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All the Light We Cannot See

by Anthony Doerr

2014 · 531 pages · Fiction

Set during World War II, this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel follows the parallel lives of Marie-Laure, a blind French girl, and Werner, a brilliant German orphan recruited by the Nazis. As their paths converge in the walled city of Saint-Malo, the story explores the resilience of the human spirit and the invisible connections that bind us. With lyrical prose and intricate plotting, Doerr crafts a hauntingly beautiful narrative about morality, sacrifice, and the small acts of kindness that illuminate the darkest times.

Very popular worldwide. More than 14 million people have read it.

Atmosphere: HistoricalVibe: TenderPacing: Relaxing
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