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Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt

Oscar and the Lady in Pink

Éric-Emmanuel SchmittFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt

Oscar and the Lady in Pink

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

96

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

France • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Oscar and the Lady in Pink by Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt follows 10-year-old Oscar, who is dying of cancer, as he writes letters to God over his final 12 days, with the guidance of Granny Rose, an elderly hospital volunteer, who encourages him to live each day as a decade of life. Written in French and translated into many languages, this touching tale reflects on questions of Christian faith, life, and death.

Heartwarming

Inspirational

Contemplative

Melancholic

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Oscar and the Lady in Pink by Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt is praised for its poignant narrative and tender exploration of themes like illness and hope. Critics laud its emotional depth and simplicity, although some find it emotionally manipulative. The novella's brevity and impactful storytelling make it a significant read, though it may feel overly sentimental to some.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Oscar and the Lady in Pink?

A reader who would enjoy Oscar and the Lady in Pink by Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt is likely someone who appreciates poignant, emotionally rich stories about the human condition, similar to The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom. They value introspective narratives that offer profound life lessons.

Book Details
Pages

96

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

France • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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