One similar novel could be 'The Book Thief' by Markus Zusak. It also has a historical setting during World War II and delves deep into the lives of its characters against the backdrop of a war - torn world. The narrative style is engaging and the themes of humanity, love, and loss are explored in a profound way.
Sure. 'All the Light We Cannot See' is considered historical fiction as it explores and fictionalizes aspects of real historical periods and events to tell its story.
Definitely not. 'All the Light We Cannot See' is a complex and multi-layered story that incorporates history, war, and human experiences rather than focusing primarily on romance.
Marie - Laure is a great character to focus on. Her blindness and her ability to navigate the world through other senses make her very interesting. You can explore how she experiences the war, love, and friendship in more depth. Werner is also a good choice. His conflict between his scientific curiosity and the demands of the military regime he is part of is full of potential for character development. And Etienne, with his reclusive nature and his secret radio broadcasts, has a lot of untapped stories that can be told in a fanfic.