Part Four: The Standover Man

[L.E. Smoot]

Do you think Hans' disposition was affected by WWI, or do you think his personality shaped how he went through the Great War?
If you were in Hans' position, would you honestly take the risk of sheltering Max?
Max is a fighter: Do you think this will help him survive?
How would you describe the tension in the room when Max entered the Hubermann's home?
Do you think Hans went too far when he threatened to burn Liesel's books if she did not keep Max a secret?
Aside from the obvious, what impact do you think Max will have on Liesel ultimately?
Could you keep a secret that big when you were younger?
What did you think of The Standover Man?