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The audio narration was well-done, but I'm possibly well into the minority here that I wasn't BLOWN AWAY by this book as I have been by other books that are similar in subject matter (and also fictional accounts).
City of Thieves is from the Russian PoV and I found it far more moving emotionally.
Heck Number the Stars wrecked me when I was a lot younger.
I just... It feels like it ventures into purple prose far too often and it takes AWAY from the story being told instead of adding to the descripti ...more
City of Thieves is from the Russian PoV and I found it far more moving emotionally.
Heck Number the Stars wrecked me when I was a lot younger.
I just... It feels like it ventures into purple prose far too often and it takes AWAY from the story being told instead of adding to the descripti ...more
Wow. What an amazing, sometimes heart-breaking and beautiful story. This is one of the best books I've ever read. My only piece of advice for potential readers is to keep a box of tissue handy. You will need it.
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A wonderful and sad tale about a girl in 1942 Germany who finds joy through words and books. A must read for any YA lover.
I loved this book and showing a different of World War II small-german town. I believe this book is approriate for adults. Awesome read!
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