A review by emileegargano
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer

adventurous emotional funny reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

This book was really confusing and that’s the main reason I didn’t like it that much. However, it was one of the better books I had to read for school.
Also, I would rather not hear about the sex scenes between  the grandma and grandpa. And, why is the grandpa writing about his sex life to his son? Same with grandma, except to her grandson?
The plot was interesting and I get the message but the characters are so odd to me. It would be fine if their behaviors were explained much better. Like, yes, I get that most of their behaviors’ reasonings have to be inferred but it’s so annoying that I was constantly questioning if I was actually understanding the plot. 

Also, I just want to say that this could totally just be me and the style of books I like reading. This one makes you think hard and dissect the characters. I personally don’t care for books that make me think into things deeply. I’d much rather prefer to just read things that give me the information right in front of my face. That being said, if you like more  confusing books, this is for you. The plot is actually pretty good and interesting. It’s a good story, just not executed in a way I prefer. 
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