Book Thief by Markus Zusak

I have always enjoyed reading books that relate to World War II. The Book Thief shows a different side of what children and those living in Germany endured during that time. I thought the book was slow moving and repeated a lot during the beginning of the book, but as the book progressed, I found myself starting to enjoy it more and wanted to continue to read. The book tells the story of Liesel, abandoned by her mother and taken in by foster parents. As the story starts, Liesel does not know how to read and so her connection with her foster father begins as he teachers her to read. Liesel’s passion for reading and doing anything she can to keep reading is what helps her survive. The teen group, LEMMINGS, discussed this book and the majority of the group really enjoyed it and recommended it for all ages.