Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close

I was not initially eager to read this book but my husband kept ranting and raving about it. To say that I have fallen in love with the book and the main character, Oscar, is an understatement. The book is about a family who was personally impacted by the tragedy of 911. Oscar, a 9 year old boy, tries to look for clues that will get him closer to his father. I found myself drawn and captivated by Oscar's experiences, wittiness, and yearning for closure to a heart crushing situation. I cried and laughed and by the end of the book missed reading about Oscar and his heavy boots.