Oscar and the Pink Lady. A book for reading in French

Ten-year-old Oscar lives in the hospital. He knows that he will soon die, although the adults do not dare to say this aloud. One of the nurses in pink shirts suggests he start writing to God to get rid of... the feeling of loneliness. In his letters, the boy describes the touching and amusing situations that occurred during the twelve days of his life. Whether these days will be his last is unknown. But one thing is clear: thanks to Granny Rose, with whom Oscar forms a strong friendship, they will become a true legend.

"Oscar and the Pink Lady" is a novel by Eric-Emmanuel Schmitt, part of the "Invisible Cycle." A film has been made based on the work.

The book is in French.

Oscar is ten years old and now lives in the hospital. Even if no one dares to tell him, he knows he is going to die. Among the ladies in pink blouses who come to spend time with the sick children, there is one who suggests, so he feels less alone, to write to God. These letters describe twelve days in Oscar's existence, days that are both funny and poetic, full of funny and touching characters. Twelve days that may be the last. But, thanks to Granny Rose, who establishes a very strong bond with Oscar, they will become legend.

This is a book of light. A pure moment of tenderness, a hymn to life, a battle won against death. Violaine Gelly, Psychologies magazine.

A prodigious metaphysical tale about suffering and cowardice. Daring, and damn much more effective than a thesis or fine speeches. Francois Busnel, L’Express.

A book that will remain for generations to come. Francoise Xenakis, Tele Matin (France 2).