In The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, John Boyne gives an interesting perspective on Eva Braun that contrasts with the typical historical understanding. On the night that Bruno's family is expected to have "the Fury" over for dinner, Bruno's father is very on edge. He expects for Bruno and Gretel to be on their best behavior and to stay in their room while the adults eat dinner. They are not to speak unless spoken to, but are to answer respectfully if they are. With all this build up, Bruno thinks that the Fury must be an impressive man indeed. When it is finally time to meet him, Bruno is sorely disappointed. He is, however, completely enamored with the Fury's companion, who Bruno knows only as Eva.

The first thing that Bruno notices about Eva is how much taller she seems in comparison to the Fury. He immediately is struck by her, calling her "the most beautiful woman in the world." While the Fury completely ignores Bruno, Eva stays to talk to the children for a short period of time, until the Fury snaps at her to join him at the table. In a moment of cool defiance, Eva rolls her eyes and bids the children farewell. Bruno does not care for the Fury at all, and Eva's beauty and unwillingness to conform to the former's every whim makes her seem almost divine.