Which Character Are You in All the Light We Cannot See? Quiz

Take our All the Light We Cannot See quiz to find out if you're more like the brave Marie-Laure or the determined Werner! Or maybe you're just a sneaky Nazi soldier...

Shining Through Darkness: All the Light We Cannot See - A Captivating Netflix Miniseries

At a time when so much of what we see on television is devoted to ongoing coverage of war, you may not want to seek out a scripted drama about war – even long-ago World War II, and even a story based on Anthony Doerr's very popular novel. But All the Light We Cannot See, the new four-hour Netflix miniseries, is worthwhile and heartening. In the midst of the darkness and horror of war, the "Light" in the title refers to hope.

All the Light We Cannot See is a captivating and beautifully written novel that takes readers on a journey through the lives of two young individuals during World War II. Written by Anthony Doerr, this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel has captured the hearts of readers around the world with its poignant storytelling and vivid imagery.

The novel is set in the midst of World War II and follows the lives of Marie-Laure, a blind French girl, and Werner, a German orphan with a talent for engineering. As the war rages on, their paths eventually cross in the occupied French town of Saint-Malo, where their lives become intertwined in unexpected ways.

The characters themselves are equally compelling, each with their own unique struggles and desires. Marie-Laure's resilience in the face of her blindness and the challenges of war is truly inspiring, while Werner's internal conflict as he grapples with his loyalty to his country and his own moral compass is deeply moving. As the story unfolds, Doerr skillfully weaves together their narratives, creating a tapestry of human experience that is both heart-wrenching and uplifting.

Now, with the TV show adaptation, fans of the book and newcomers alike have the opportunity to experience this incredible story in a whole new way. The visual medium allows for a deeper immersion into the world of Marie-Laure and Werner, bringing to life the vivid imagery and emotional depth of the novel.

The TV show promises to stay true to the essence of the book, capturing the intricate details and emotional resonance that made the novel so beloved. From the stunning cinematography to the carefully crafted script, every aspect of the adaptation has been meticulously planned to ensure a faithful and compelling retelling of the story.

One of the most exciting aspects of the TV show is the opportunity to see the characters come to life through the performances of talented actors. Eventually, the roles of these central characters are taken up by older actors. Werner, as played by Louis Hofmann, is now a teenager trained and dispatched by the Nazis to seek out illegal radio operators. And Marie-Laure, now played by Aria Mia Loberti, flees the city of Paris on foot after the Nazi occupation, suitcases in hand. She's led by her father Daniel, a museum director played by Mark Ruffalo, who's smuggling out some important museum valuables.Their journey as refugees eventually takes them to the coastal town of Saint-Malo, where Marie-Laure's uncle Etienne, played by Hugh Laurie, is a member of the French resistance. In time, Werner, the young Nazi, is sent there to hunt down illegal radio operators. And Marie-Laure, discovering the secret location from which the Professor once made his defiantly hopeful broadcasts, decides to do the same.

They also discovered a talented new actor.Loberti, like the young woman she plays, is legally blind, and this is her first professional acting role — I didn't become aware of that until after I saw all four hours of this Netflix drama. I'm still blown away by how assuredly, and effectively, this relative newcomer carries the weight of her leading role.

Do you have the courage of Marie-Laure or the resilience of Werner? Take our All the Light We Cannot See test and uncover your true character match!