Pierre and Luce
Pierre and Luce
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 1910s
2007
Adult
16-18 years
Super Short Summary
Pierre and Luce by Romain Rolland explores the tender relationship between Pierre, a young man, and Luce, a young woman, against the backdrop of World War I in Paris. The story captures their emotional bond and personal growth amid the challenges and uncertainties of wartime.
Melancholic
Romantic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Pierre and Luce by Romain Rolland receives praise for its lyrical prose and poignant depiction of young love amidst the backdrop of wartime Paris. Critics appreciate its emotional depth and philosophical reflections. However, some find the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally predictable. Overall, it remains a touching exploration of love and innocence.
Who Should Read Pierre and Luce?
A reader who would enjoy Romain Rolland's Pierre and Luce likely appreciates introspective and poignant tales of young love set against historical backdrops, much like in Erich Maria Remarque's All Quiet on the Western Front or Ernest Hemingway's A Farewell to Arms. Such readers value emotional and thoughtful narratives exploring war's impact.
8,972 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 1910s
2007
Adult
16-18 years
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