Reasons to read:

- This book provides a unique perspective on World War II, as it is narrated by Death itself. It offers a haunting and thought-provoking exploration of humanity in the midst of one of history's darkest times.
- The main character, Liesel, is a young girl who finds solace and escape in stealing books. Her journey of love, loss, and resilience will tug at your heartstrings and leave you rooting for her every step of the way.
- "The Book Thief" weaves together a diverse cast of characters, including an accordionist and a Jewish fist fighter, creating a rich tapestry of human experiences and relationships. It offers a powerful reminder of the importance of literature and the strength of the human spirit.

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HERE IS A SMALL FACT:YOU ARE GOING TO DIE.1939. Nazi Germany. The country is holding its breath. Death has never been busier.Liesel, a nine-year-old girl, is living with her foster family on Himmel Street. Her parents have been taken away to a concentration camp. Liesel steals books. This is her story and the story of the inhabitants of her street when the bombs begin to fall.SOME MORE IMPORTANT INFORMATION:THIS NOVEL IS NARRATED BY DEATH.It's a small story, about:a girlan accordionistsome fanatical Germansa Jewish fistfighterand quite a lot of thievery.ANOTHER THING YOU SHOULD KNOW:DEATH WILL VISIT THE BOOK THIEF THREE TIMES.

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