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Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close
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Book Brief
326
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 2000s
2005
YA
16-18 years
Super Short Summary
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer follows nine-year-old Oskar Schell as he grapples with his father's death in the September 11 attacks. Oskar finds a key in his father's closet and embarks on a quest across New York City to uncover the lock it opens, navigating complex relationships, grief, and the influence of the past.
Emotional
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
432,209 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Jonathan Safran Foer's Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close receives praise for its inventive narrative style and emotionally poignant storytelling. Critics highlight its unique blend of text and visual elements, as well as its compelling protagonist. However, some find its fragmented structure and whimsical tone distracting. Overall, it's a polarizing but impactful novel.
Who Should Read Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close?
A reader who would enjoy Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer is interested in emotionally complex narratives that intertwine historical events with personal tragedy. Comparable to readers of The Book Thief by Markus Zusak and Life of Pi by Yann Martel, this audience appreciates unique storytelling and introspective characters.
432,209 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
326
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 2000s
2005
YA
16-18 years
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