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I loved this book for so many reasons. But it was especially beautiful to me as I thought of my daughter's limited vision since she lost sight in one eye. The symbolism behind the title, made me think about all the light, that surrounds me each day, that I may not be seeing. I have read many WWll stories, and they are all horribly beautiful in their own way. But I especially appreciated seeing the war through the eyes of a German soldier, as he struggled to find his place in the horrific circums
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So many people rave about this book. I will revisit it.

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