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Told from the perspective of Death, and focusing on a small, German town during World War II, the subject matter of "The Book Thief" seemed a little dark for young-adult literature. However, Death narrates with a refreshingly thoughtful perspective on human life. I really enjoyed Deaths input here and there throughout the story.
The Book tells the story of Liesel Memingers life during the war. Shes a young girl at the time, just learning to live in new surroundings, with a new family. She has escaped Death a few times in the past, and has become a sort of quiet obsession for Death throughout her lifetime. Liesels story is tragic at times, and also inspirational. In certain ways, her life is defined by literature. You grow to love Liesel and many of the other characters in this book, as well (even some you may not even like at first). Most of the characters in this story are well developed and plot will keep you turning the pages. I highly recommend this novel.
The Book tells the story of Liesel Memingers life during the war. Shes a young girl at the time, just learning to live in new surroundings, with a new family. She has escaped Death a few times in the past, and has become a sort of quiet obsession for Death throughout her lifetime. Liesels story is tragic at times, and also inspirational. In certain ways, her life is defined by literature. You grow to love Liesel and many of the other characters in this book, as well (even some you may not even like at first). Most of the characters in this story are well developed and plot will keep you turning the pages. I highly recommend this novel.
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