He does something to me, that boy. Every time. It's his only detriment. He steps on my heart. He makes me cry.

About Markus Zusak

Markus Zusak (born 23 June 1975) is an Australian-German writer. He is best known for The Book Thief and The Messenger, two novels that became international bestsellers. He won the Margaret Edwards Award in 2014.

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It kills me sometimes, how people die.

—Markus Zusak

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I have to say that although it broke my heart, I was, and still am, glad I was there.

—Markus Zusak in The Book Thief

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Kindness is in our power, even when fondness is not.

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I do not want people to be agreeable, as it saves me the trouble of liking them.

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