57 pages • 1 hour read
Jonathan Safran FoerExtremely Loud and Incredibly Close
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2005A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
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.
Reviews & Readership
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.
RecommendedReading Age
16-18yearsBook Details
Historical Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Drama / Tragedy
Grief / Death
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
September 11 Attacks
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Emotions/Behavior: Loneliness
Relationships: Family