This one came with high recommendation. And it was worth all the two days I spent reading the book. I couldn't put book the down even for a minute. Thankfully I didn't have any assignments so I did have the time. But since I wanted to finish the book I had to order in to avoid cooking time :)The narration is simply the best I have read. The language is exquisite. It is a delight to read the way the author, Markus Zusak has stringed the sentences together. It is like every single syllable in there has been thought about. And no phrase or word is there by accident. The imagery is outstanding. I love the way the colours are described on each occassion.
You cannot help falling in love with the characters of Himmel Street. Liesel, her papa Hans Hubermann (I would give anything to meet a man like this one) or Mama Rosa who swears all the time. But my favourite has to be Rudy. The boy who is forever in love with Liesel and does everything to get a kiss from her.
I am not a big fan of stories set in Nazi period. They are all incredibly grim and reminds me of that side of human nature which I'd rather not know. But this book is full of heart. And is the only one I've read from the german perspective. The book made laugh and it made me cry. (V thought it utterly silly. But what the hell).
It would make an excellent film if someone can get that style of narration right (which I doubt)
And it is a great book if you want to learn the german language. After all swear words are the best first words to learn in any language :)
My rating 5 on 5
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