The Book Thief

OVER 17 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE The modern classic that has captivated millions of readers worldwide, with over 2. 9 million Goodreads ratings. 'The writing is so vivid you'll remember it for the rest of your life.' James Patterson 'Life affirming, triumphant and tragic... masterfully told... a wonderful page-turner.' Guardian 'Brilliant and hugely ambitious.' New York Times ______ HERE IS A SMALL FACT: YOU ARE GOING TO DIE. It is 1939. Nazi Germany. The world is on the brink of war, and Death has never been busier. Nine-year-old Liesel Meminger has lost everything. Sent to live with a foster family on Himmel Street after her parents are taken away, she discovers an extraordinary refuge in books. She steals them whenever she can, learning that words have the power to comfort, to unite and to defy tyranny. As war closes in and bombs begin to fall, Liesel's world is transformed by friendship, love, sacrifice and one dangerous secret hidden in her family's basement. One more thing. This unforgettable story is narrated by Death. A timeless novel about the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of stories, perfect for readers of Babel by R. F. Kuang, The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr. Readers love The Book Thief : ***** 'I loved every page of this book. So many unforgettable observations about humanity... I just didn't want it to end.' ***** 'Not only one of the best books I've read this year, it is one of the best I've ever read.' ***** 'A book that restores your faith in humanity and leaves you uplifted, even through the tears.'