Liesel's Death: A Narrative Fiction

“I told you sweetie, she is in a better place right now. She won’t be coming home.” She looks up at me with tears in her eyes. “That’s not fair! Why would he leave us?” “It wasn’t her fault baby girl,” I say tearing up. “I WANT TO SEE HER NOW!” Amelia starts screaming. “You can’t see her!” I shout back.

Liesel was a girl made of darkness not only because she stole a book that was supposed to be burned but because of the emotions that urged her to steal it. These emotions first started when she was instructed by her teacher to write two letters; one would go to a friend, and the other to someone in a different class. This, of course, gave her an idea. She decided to write a letter to her mother, telling all about her new life and experiences, in hopes that she would receive it and write back. What she failed to acknowledge was the fact that Papa knew something that she didn’t, something about her mother that he wouldn’t share with her. Death tells that they’ve been back to the place that sent Liesel to live the Hubermanns and that she asked

“Of course they’re not alright you dolt. Why do you think they’re crying? They probably don’t want some nosy neighbor butting in on their buisness” He hears the crying stop. “Umm I mean. Sorry, I shouldn’t have said anything.” He shoves his face into his pillow. He hears a shaky voice from the other side of the wall. “Who are you?” says a voice Charlie would guess is male. He lifts his head up. “I’m your new neighbor the names Charlie, but I usuallyy go by Char.” The voice from the other side of the wall seemed to brighten. “Like from the book Ella Enchanted?” Char smiled. “Yeah. Hey, you know your the first one to get that?” There were a few moments of silence. “Really? Thats my favorite book. My mom always made fun of me because i was constantly rereading it. It just gave me hope that someday I could find a prince like that.” His voice cracked and I could hear him start to cry again. “Please don’t cry. Just tell me whats wrong and i’ll try to

Over time, they find things that draw them together and they become close friends. This is amazing because at the time Germans were completely against Jews and the only thing most of them wanted for them was for them was to be sent to concentration camps. Sharing the fact that they both “lost” their families, they realize that both have misfortunes, but they also realize that they can never give up. Eventually, they overcome their fears and nightmares. Liesel also teaches Max that he can express how he feels about everything through words. Liesel and Max both had some kind of a passion for reading and writing which created another strong bond. In times of hardship, they were both the quiet man, and the outgoing girl that were able to support each

She stole from the Nazi book burnings on the street, the Mayors library and wherever she could. Liesel also received two special books written by a Jew hiding out in her basement. She related to the Jew, Max, in many ways. They discovered that they both frequently had horrible nightmares and that they share the same passion for words. She was able to befriend an unwanted Jew in Germany because she was able to see past the hatred everyone normally felt. Liesel saw Max as another human being, and was loyal enough to keep him a secret. When Liesel spotted Max marching to the concentration camp with the rest of the Jews, she risked her life by running up to him. Her boldness made them both suffer the ruthless consequence of being whipped by a soldier. She was also brave enough to beat up a boy in her class who made the mistake of teasing her. Liesel was filled with rage. "Her knuckles and fingernails were so frighteningly tough, despite their smallness" (Zusak 78). Liesel had the audacity to stand up for herself because she refused to be ridiculed.

Liesel sits and talks to Max, but he keeps sleeping for days. Death visits Himmel Street, but he doesn't take Max's struggling soul, and he doesn't see Liesel. Max opens his eyes twice but both times falls back into his coma. Liesel starts to read The Whistler to him. Finally Rosa makes Liesel go out

Max propels Liesel’s inner journey in becoming conscious of the strength provided by words, encouraging a broader perspective of society. Liesel learns the power of words to provide solace in this scene, where Liesel consoles Max on his second night at the Hubermans. The book held by Max suggests a layer of protection and indicates the value of the item to the persona. Hence demonstrating the value of words in providing a sense of safety to the character. The book serves as a symbol of his life, representing a means of protection as it allowed the character to survive the German attack and find the Hubermans. Max’s possession of the book rather than Liesel, implies Max’s role in propelling Liesel’s journey in understanding the power of words

One night after Max’s full health has returned, the family is awoken to the sound of air raid sirens. While Max needs to stay hidden, the rest of the family travels to the basement shelter down the street where a few dozen neighbors have gathered. While everyone seems quite frightened by the siren and sounds of bombs in the distance, Hans ends up playing the accordion he brought with him, taking people’s minds off the bombings until the air strike is over. In the meantime, even as the sirens go off, Max steps outside to look at the stars. Although this is certainly risky, it is his first opportunity to go outside in years to see the sky and breathe fresh air. As time passes, it becomes clear that it’s becoming a very dangerous time for Liesel

Hans Hubermann: I think Hans is worthy of getting 50% of the responsibility of Liesel’s life because he has taught her to read and write which is Liesel’s life. She thrives off of reading her books that she has stolen and been given. I also think he is worthy of this because he is the reason why Liesel is so comfortable with her new home. They instantly had a connection and throughout the novel this only grows and becomes stronger.

Two major components of Liesel’s life are to purloin books and help Max, a Jewish man who lives in the Hubermann’s basement. I have two questions regarding these major factors. My first question is, why does the mayor’s wife leave the window open? Throughout the novel, Liesel goes to the mayor’s house to read and take a book. She notices that the window is left open as if the wife wants Liesel to take more books. “***A SMALL SUGGESTION** Or maybe there was a woman on Grande Strasse who now kept her library window open for another reason - but that's just be being cynical, or hopeful. Or both,” (Zusak 328) There is a possibility that the window is open for another reason; however, it seems like it tends to be open when Liesel and Rudy are on

Ever since Liesel moved in with the Hubermanns, Liesel feels overwhelmed and scared knowing that her brother has passed away. Hans attempts to comfort Liesel by reading to her when she has nightmares. “The girl knew from the outset that Hans Hubermann would always appear mid scream,

"It wasn't your fault he was... killed that day. Well it's really late and I am tired... Please forgive yourself.... Please." Queen Isabelle said looking at her brother a lone tear gently falling down her cheek. King Henry whipped away her tear and kissed her forehead. "Goodnight and... I will try... I just wish he could come back for like a second... to say he isn't mad at me. To say that he forgives me or something." The king said sadly smiling at his sister. "He probably wishes it to... He is probably watching you right now and he is sad that you are sad and that you are suffering. He loves you and so dose the rest of us... Thank you for letting us stay over for the week" Queen Isabelle said with a smile. "Not a problem! Anything for you sis." King Henry said cheering up a bit as Queen Isabelle walked to the door. "Love you... See you in the morning." Queen Isabelle said walking out of the room

The story begins on a train, with Liesel, her mother, and her very recently dead brother. The train stops to bury Liesel’s brother, however when this is happening Liesel finds a book on the ground, which she decides to take. She is then dropped off with the Hubermanns. After getting acquainted with her new family, she goes to school. More than anything, she wants to learn to read, and Papa is willing to teach

Finally at 9 pm she got home. She was so worn out, it had been a tough day. Hannah never thought it would be possible to cry so much. She had to give several speeches and she cried during each one. She opened the door and her mom was on the couch. “Mom, are you crying?” Hannah asked. “It wasn’t an easy day. Lilli was always like a daughter to me.” Hannah’s mom replied. They talked till 10pm and then Hannah finally headed upstairs to go to bed. Hannah opened the bedroom door and turned on the light. Hannah was startled by a figure sitting on her bed. It turned and looked at Hannah. It was Lilli. “Lilli?” Hannah said so confused. “I watched you be buried! How are you here?” Hannah asked. Lilli just sat there and stared outside Hannah’s bedroom window. Hannah walked over and hugged Lilli. After what seemed like forever Lilli said “I couldn’t leave the earth without seeing you one more time. I needed to tell you it's not your fault I’m dead. It was my stupidity that killed me.” Tears were rolling down Lilli’s and Hannah’s faces. “Lilli I love you so much and want you to be here with me. I love you so much.” “I’ll never graduate, get married or have kids.” Lilli replied. “Hannah promise me you’ll not let my death affect the rest of your life? Do the things I never got to do and make sure you never text and drive.” Lilli said. “I promise!” Hannah said. Hannah and Lilli hugged one more time and then

Although she was shaken up she kept it quiet and asked for a head phone. She drowned out her feeling with the sound of a soft purring tune. She couldn’t figure out the name of the song or who was exactly singing it, all she could think about was what had just happened. As she was drifting off into the cold space she caught a glimpse of Isaac coming down the stairs from his apartment. She was fidgeting with her headphones and was ready to get up and leave the neighborhood. He came down by the time she was saying her goodbyes. He asked, “Leaving so early? Are you mad?” She answered undeniably, “No, why would I be mad? I’m completely fine.” She mentioned she had somewhere to get to. He offered her a thrill ride home since it was getting dark, but she insisted on