Kristina+survival

=**Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close**= //Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close// is a story of a 9 year old boy, Oskar, whose father died in 9/11. Two years following his death, Oskar finds a key in an envelope in his dad's room with the word "Black" written on the back. The book follows his journey through New York, trying to find the lock that the key opens. The story was so touching, i couldn't help but cry at some parts, and laugh at others. Oskar's narraration is literally hilarious, and had me cracking up at the things he said and thought. The author did an amazing job at balancing the saddness of the story with the humor of Oskar's personality. I will forever remember this book, and i strongly recommend it to anyone and everyone. It will change your outlook on a lot of things, and i can guarentee you will not be the same when you're finished reading it.

After reading this book, i really felt that I had a clearer outlook on a lot of things, death being one of them. I learned that sometimes, the process of healing is more important than the journey itself. I learned how strong a father and son's bond can be, that some can withstand anything, even death. Also, i learned how a whole family of wounded, heart broken people can all come together to help each other through a time of tragedy.

reviewed 11/15 dlj 50 pts