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A review by emmerylynn
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This is my favorite book of all time. The writing, the voice of Death, the emotions delivered through the characters’ experiences. So tragic, but beautifully crafted. I wish I could read this for the first time again.
Graphic: Death, Antisemitism, War, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Grief, Genocide, Death of parent, Hate crime, Torture, Violence, and Child death