The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

This was not a book I would normally read as I stay away from WWII issues and the like, especially Hitler and his sick and twisted situation, but I did read this book and I thought it was magnificently done.  I understood the threat without too much detailed description of the violence that took place.  The beauty of humanity was described in a poignant and inspiring way through the relationships of a family protecting a Jew during Hitler's reign. I enjoyed the characters and the description of the relationships between Liesel Meminger, a young girl, and her foster family and friends.  I would give this book a 10/10.