Friday, September 7, 2012

The Book Thief by Markus Zusak


SYNOPSIS:  Narrated by Death himself, this book focuses mainly on a girl named Liesel Meminger, who seeks refuge with a foster family in Nazi Germany.  During her time there, she learns about love and loss, and what is most important in life.

AUNT SHARON'S TAKE:  This is another one of those books with adult subject matter, but which was very touching and thought-provoking.  Although afterward, I couldn't stop crying, I did enjoy the book, and found it very moving.

RATING:  PG13 for Violence, Language, and adult material

AUDIENCE:  Young Adult and Adult

STARS:  4

BOOKS LIKE THIS:  Number the Stars, Anne Frank:  The Diary of a Young Girl

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