All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr is a masterpiece. I put off reading this book for some time as I had to take a break from reading books set during WWII. Although it is truly sad and tragic in many ways, its also one of the most beautiful books I’ve ever read.

The story follows Werner, a young German orphan living in a mining town with few prospects, until he is noticed for his ability to build radios and fix things; and Marie-Laure, a blind French girl living with her father in Paris. The characters, the story, the writing are all brilliant, this is one not to be missed. I just wish it had been a little less heartbreaking.