Monday Meme Spotlight: Beach Reads!

Have you ever found yourself in that situation? It's a beautiful day, but you just want to read? Well, even though summer is coming to a close, you can still take these books to the beach with you. 

We Were Liars- E. Lockhart: Intrigue and danger line the pages of this 2014 Goodreads Choice Awards Winner. In the summary, you're told to lie if anyone asks you how it ends, so this time, I'm not telling you anything more. You'll have to go read it yourself. Here's the link.

The Book Thief- Markus Zusack: Although this isn't a light read, I can attest to the fact that it can be read outside in the sun next to water- I read most of it by a pool the summer it was released. And it's amazing- you won't be able to put it down. A historical novel narrated by Death himself, The Book Thief leaves nothing to be desired. Satisfying, heartrending, and beautiful, it is a must-read. And you can watch the movie adaptation once you're home. Click here for the book, and here for the movie.

The Night Circus- Erin Morganstern: Okay, so it's not YA. But it's light and imaginative, spinning worlds and fantastic places that are totally conducive to daydreaming in the sunshine. It's a great read for any place, really, and not too deep- you won't get dragged sown when you're supposed to be relaxing. Click here to get it for your next trip.

Have fun with your toes in the sand and your nose in a book. 

Book Review: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
When I think about this book all I can say is WOW! This book was intense. I read reviews of other reviewers, who thought that this book was slow, and were unable to finish the book. I have to say that it is well worth the time and effort it took to get through it.



The Book Thief is the story of Liesel Meminger, a young girl who is sent to live with Hans and Rosa Hubermann. The story is narrated by Death, a somewhat distant character until you get to know him. Death is intrigued by Liesel's story and what happens in her life. He first meets Liesel when her brother dies on the way to the Hubermann's. What follows is the story of a poor German family trying to live through WWII. Liesel Meminger's foster parents are good people in a bad time, and do not agree with the Nazi party. Over time Liesel comes to love her foster parents, and makes friends on Himmel Street where they live. It tells the story of both the good time and the bad, and shows Liesel strength to confront both.



It is a touching story of a young girl who steals books, and finds life in reading them. The ending is heartbreaking, but definitely a wonderful read. Highly recommended!



Cautions for Sensitive Readers: There is a lot of foul language in the book, but no sex (although there is a brief story about Rudy being naked). There is some violence. This story takes place during WWII and the Nazi regime is present--there are whippings of Jews and of Liesel's foster father when he offers a Jew a piece of bread. Liesel too is beaten when she tries to save her Jewish friend Max as he is marched to the Dachau concentration camp. Some fighting and bombings.


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