R E K. (bigstone) - , reviewed on 7/13/2010 + 1436 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 2

The Book Thief is such a good read. I liked the narrator (death) very much and Liesl, the heroine. The story is based on an interview the author had with people who told him what it was like to live under Hitler's reign when you were not supportive of him and his policies. To understand what an average German family must have endured during that period The Book Thief addresses their lives, thoughts and emotions. The child, Liesel, enters school and seems unable to learn to read. Through the patient efforts of her "Papa," a gentle, caring individual, she begins to learn after stealing a book at her brother's grave. Her "Mother," a loud individual who yells at those she loves rather than express her emotions in more gentle ways, is almost as interesting. As Liesl begins to collect words, she steals more and more books. The story is simple yet complex. "Papa" and "Mama" are Liesl's foster parents. This is a quick stimulating read. Very, very good.

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