annabelledejesus's review against another edition
5.0
I adore this book. Original in every sense of the word. I cried many times and will definitely think about the story in my everyday life going forward (Why can't you love me like Rudy loves Liesel? Do you play the accordion? Do you??)
I only wish I wasn't spoiled by the book itself. I would've cried so much more.
Ps: Shoutout to Allan Corduner. Your voice is immaculate.
I only wish I wasn't spoiled by the book itself. I would've cried so much more.
Ps: Shoutout to Allan Corduner. Your voice is immaculate.
shelbyhannahh's review against another edition
5.0
AAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH *AGONIZING SCREECH* Full review to come WHEN I STOP CRYING.
Edit 2/27/16:
If some one walked up to me and asked what book they should read that will inevitably ruin their lives, I'd whip a copy of this book out of my bag with tears streaming down my face. That's how much I love The Book Thief.
I'm not the first person to call this their favorite book (seriously, scroll through some reviews.) And I certainly won't be the last person to claim my never-ending love for this. This book is beautiful and I want to hold it and give it the love it deserves.
As odd it sounds, I love the perspective this is told in: Death. That's something so unique, and to a degree, morbid. It gives an interesting premise to the book, and you'd think it'd be heavy the whole way through. But no, the depression comes at the end.
And the end hits hard. This is not a book for the faint of heart. This is not a book where the main characters end up pooping rainbows and smiling and laughing. No, there's tears and pain and sadness. My copy is still tearstained. And I wouldn't trade it for a thing.
It deals with heavy topics like death of friends and family members and abandoment and the Holocaust but Markus Zusak handled it beautifully. Not many books do that. Even with the heavy things, the book doesn't feel weighed down. No, there are light moments throughout that made me smile and I actually said, "Aww!" out loud in study hall one day.
Basically, just do yourself a favor and read this masterpiece. You won't regret it when you're sitting with tears in your eyes at 2 am. I know I don't.
Edit 2/27/16:
If some one walked up to me and asked what book they should read that will inevitably ruin their lives, I'd whip a copy of this book out of my bag with tears streaming down my face. That's how much I love The Book Thief.
I'm not the first person to call this their favorite book (seriously, scroll through some reviews.) And I certainly won't be the last person to claim my never-ending love for this. This book is beautiful and I want to hold it and give it the love it deserves.
As odd it sounds, I love the perspective this is told in: Death. That's something so unique, and to a degree, morbid. It gives an interesting premise to the book, and you'd think it'd be heavy the whole way through. But no, the depression comes at the end.
And the end hits hard. This is not a book for the faint of heart. This is not a book where the main characters end up pooping rainbows and smiling and laughing. No, there's tears and pain and sadness. My copy is still tearstained. And I wouldn't trade it for a thing.
It deals with heavy topics like death of friends and family members and abandoment and the Holocaust but Markus Zusak handled it beautifully. Not many books do that. Even with the heavy things, the book doesn't feel weighed down. No, there are light moments throughout that made me smile and I actually said, "Aww!" out loud in study hall one day.
Basically, just do yourself a favor and read this masterpiece. You won't regret it when you're sitting with tears in your eyes at 2 am. I know I don't.
amypeasewrites's review against another edition
3.0
Good plot and characters. The only reason this didn't get four stars is because the narration by death and some of the lists, bold print, etc, felt gimmicky. I think that was geared towards the YA audience. It detracted a little from a really great story.
mlangman's review against another edition
5.0
I read this when it was first published, but then reread it this summer while preparing to teach it as a whole-class novel. The first time through, I was struck by the story and felt intimately connected to the characters; reading it again, I was amazed by the gorgeous writing. I can't wait to discuss the language of this text with my students. In addition, The Book Thief is an ode to the power of the written word and of stories - a great way to dive into the school year.
bookshopgato's review against another edition
4.0
During World War II, a young girl found something to steal during a time of misery and despair: books. The book follows the story of Liesel Meminger. One aspect of the book I found interesting was the narrative. Its narrated by Death. The book does a great job of fleshing out her life from traveling with her mom to sitting with Death by the road. The growing pains are heightened in Nazi Germany. Some powerful moments stand out to me. When Liesel sees Max during the “Jew” parade and recites words from the “Word Shaker”. Also, when she grieves over Rudy’s corpse. I highly recommend this book to historical-fiction fans. 4 out of 5
amberereads's review against another edition
5.0
I’ve read this book both physically and listened to the audiobook more than once, and I enjoy myself more each time. It’s my favourite book and it restarted my
love for reading, so it’ll always be special to me.
The writing was unique, the (main) characters were well-written, intriguing, and lovable, and the story was emotional and tragic, with heartwarming moments of family, friendship, and humanity, while shining a light on the horrors of war.
I loved every bit of this story and it’s definitely one I’ll keep coming back to.
love for reading, so it’ll always be special to me.
The writing was unique, the (main) characters were well-written, intriguing, and lovable, and the story was emotional and tragic, with heartwarming moments of family, friendship, and humanity, while shining a light on the horrors of war.
I loved every bit of this story and it’s definitely one I’ll keep coming back to.
nicogaldamez's review against another edition
5.0
¡Excelente! Una historia cruda con pequeños toques de ternura. A medida que pasan las páginas uno se va encariñando con Liesel y el resto de los personajes. Recomendable.
merperplerp's review against another edition
5.0
One of my favorite books ever! Set in Nazi Germany, narrated by Death.