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Aug 03, 2017TEENREVIEWCREW rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I give this book a 5 star rating because it has all the elements a good novel should have. Firstly, I love the perspective this author wrote the story in. The perspective of the story was from death’s view and I find this really unique because most stories are written from the main character’s perspective which means the reader is mostly attached to the main character. This story is different since it is from a third person perspective meaning the reader is basically looking at it from an observer's point of view. Another reason I like this book is because of the characters. All of the characters in the book are very round and dynamic they have a lot of different characteristics and emotions. I found that while reading the book the author brought the characters to life. The final thing I loved about this book is the plot. The book took place during World War II in Germany. The plot allows the reader to take a closer look in the horrors of World War II. I would recommend this book to older and mature readers because it tackles a real life issue and the vocabulary is a higher level. @Bookreader14 of the Teen Review Board at the Hamilton Public Library This book is about a girl named Liesel who grows up during the time of Nazi Germany. She is an orphan, taken in by a German couple. The story is narrated by Death, who calls Liesal The Book Thief once she starts to steal books. The Book Thief is a very emotionally packed story. It creates strong images and tells a realistic tale about the people who lived in Germany during this time period. It shows the struggle of money, the struggle of Liesal being an orphan, and shows you the death and pain that comes along with war. One of the amazing parts of this story is how it's written. It's a vivid story, and Markus Zusak used incredibly strong language and storytelling skills. The character of Death is unique in how he is written, such as when he collects souls, and the thoughts he thinks and words he speaks as a being of pure death. He is not written as a monster, or evil being. He just is, which is a healthy way to perceive death. I recommend The Book Thief because it is a book that will change the way you see stories and the time period of Nazi Germany. The day to day life of Liesel is captivating, seeing the world from the eyes of a child who has gone through too much in a time period where so much bad is happening. The character Max, a Jewish man who is protected by Liesel's new family is also a captivating character, showing you the point of view of the Jews, and the fear and pain they faced. In conclusion, reading this book is a choice impossible to regret. @Reaper of the Teen Review Board at the Hamilton Public Library