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 Best book I read in 2008 January 5, 2009
I have read more than 30 books last year and I have to say The Book Thief was an amazing surprise. In fact the book left around my bed for about 6 months. My wife received it from a fried from Brazil during their visit last July but never started to read it. Few days before the end of the year I decided to give it a chance. I have to say I could not stop to read it to the end and, since than it stills in my mind.br /br /This is a very creative story, easily readable and totally enjoyable, no matter the age of the reader. For sure a book to become a movie soon.
A wonderful story January 5, 2009
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I normally wouldn't grab a book from the young adult section (or even the historical fiction section) for myself, but I am SO GLAD I did! This is a wonderful, but sad story told by Death. The setting is in Germany during WWII and it follows a young girl's journey to try to lead a normal life during the holocaust. Not being an avid history buff, it really gave me a better perspective into the history of that time. After I bought the book, I found myself unable to put it down...even into the wee hours of the morning. I finished the book in 2 days and then purchased a copy for each of my sisters. Don't be discouraged by the book's targeted audience or that it is "historical" fiction. I highly recommend this book - but beware: you may need to make the time to read it cover to cover, it is THAT good!
One of the Best@ January 4, 2009
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is one of the best books I have ever read It takes you to a whole different side of WWII through someone elses eyes. It is beautiful and heart breaking. Everyone should read this book1
Amazing story.. January 4, 2009
Amazing stuff, I really loved this book!br /br /The characters are unforgettable, a profoundly moving story for anyone to read!br /br /This was the 1st novel of Markus Zusak that I have ever heard of or read, but it was well worth it.br /br /Liesel is one character that I will never forget from a book!br /br /Hans Hubermann, Max Vandenburg, Rudy Steiner all truly touching characters, brought to life vividly by Zusak.br /br /The writing is amazing, the message about the power of words is absolutely true...br /br /Highly recommended book!!
Hard to find a book to follow-up with...... January 2, 2009
Once I opened this book, I was running with the Book Thief! I wanted the Book Thief to continue her quest for the words of the world. br /br /This book is one of the greatest I have ever read....fear, love, compassion, loyalty, friendship, and life all intertwine in this wonderful story. I laughed, cried, giggled, imagined, and cried some more while reading this book.br /br /Thanks to you Mr. Zusak for such a wonderful tale of life, survival and death of Ms. Liesel.
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