Age Group: 12+ Years

Description: A poignant novel set in Nazi Germany, narrated uniquely by Death. It tells the story of Liesel Meminger, a young girl sent to live with foster parents after losing her brother. Liesel develops a deep love for books, stealing them to escape the harsh realities around her. Her foster family hides a Jewish man, Max, creating a bond through storytelling amid war’s brutality. The novel explores themes of courage, loss, and the power of words to resist oppression. It has won numerous awards, including the 2006 National Jewish Book Award and the 2014 Margaret A. Edwards Award for its lasting impact on young adult literature. The novel’s poetic narration by Death and its depiction of Nazi Germany’s harsh realities can be emotionally intense, making reader maturity an important consideration.