I'am almost finished with the Book Thief. It is so sad, yet makes you feel happy. Ironic, i know.
In the book, the town of Molching is now starting to experience the apprehension of bomb sirens. Hans paints all the windows black and inspectors come to check people's basements to see which ones are deep enough. This is scary because Max is being hidden in Liesel's basement, but luckily his hiding place is sufficient enough that he does not get caught. However, Hans Hubermann and Alex Steiner are sent of to war. Hans because he gave food to the Jews who were being marched through town and Alex because he wouldn't send his son Rudy off to war. During this time, Liesel watches her mom experience extreme grief. After Hans's act of sympathy Max is forced to leave. This just about breaks Liesel's heart, as they had become good friends. My favorite parts are about Liesel and Rudy. They seem so opportunistic and light hearted while all around them are signs of danger and death. And also because they have an ongoing tussel between them. They are reallly good friends and Rudy is always asking Liesel for a kiss. But I am making the prediction that Liesel will not kiss Rudy until it is to late...when he is dying.
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