All the Light We Cannot See is a historical novel by Anthony Doerr, set during World War II. It contrasts the lives of two main characters: a blind French girl named Marie-Laure LeBlanc and a German boy, Werner Pfennig. Marie-Laure flees with her father from Paris to escape the German occupation, living in her great-uncle's house in Saint-Malo. Meanwhile, Werner is a gifted engineer who is eventually conscripted into the Nazi military, using his skills to track down resistance forces. The novel explores the impact of war on humanity and the interconnectedness of individuals across different circumstances. The narrative unfolds in a nonlinear fashion, weaving together Marie-Laure's and Werner's stories over several years. Marie-Laure experiences the world through her other senses, relying on intricate models created by her father and her memory to navigate her environment. Her story is imbued with themes of resilience, hope, and the quest for beauty amidst darkness. Werner's journey reveals the moral dilemmas faced by those involved in the war, as he grapples with his role and the consequences of blind obedience to authority. Doerr's rich, poetic prose vividly depicts the landscapes, sounds, and emotions of the characters. The novel carries significant themes of light and darkness, both literally and metaphorically, representing the struggle between good and evil, and the search for connection in a fractured world. Ultimately, All the Light We Cannot See is a poignant meditation on the ways love and kindness can endure, even in the most challenging of circumstances, showcasing the human spirit's capacity to find light amidst overwhelming darkness.