The Gates of Thievery
At the very beginning of this section, we find that the bonfire has burned itself out and that "most of the crowd [has] vanished." -Despite being so eager for the burning, most of the viewers left very quickly, judging by Zusak's diction. Why do you think this is?
Liesel declares on the street half-way through this chapter that she hates Hitler, and Hans uncharacteristically slaps her for this statement. -Do you think this will have any effect on what has otherwise been a wonderful relationship between the two?
Any other thoughts?