When I saw the reviews for this book the story line grabbed my attention. I have put off reading the book since it was a young adult selection. But curiosity got the better of me and I used it as my selection for my book club. To my surprise another member was planning on using it as her next pick.
We all agreed it was a wonderful story and we especially enjoyed the characters. Papa has the heart of an angel and stays true to his beliefs in the hardest of times. And while Mama is harsh you are given glimpses that she is really a loving mother.
Liesel and Rudy's life set in another decade is not so unusual. They sturggle at school, play with friends in the street, and get into a fair bit of mischief. The story mixed with the complecations and hardships of the war pulls you in. I was interested at every turn how the people in her life would affect her and how she would stay true to the person inside....just like Papa.
I am glad I took a chance on what I classify as "popular fiction". I thought the characters were delightful and each shown for their quirkiness. And the history was entwined in the story enough to add but not too much to distract.
A lovely read.Get more detail about The Book Thief.
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