The loss of innocence is represented by the character of Liesel who was forced into a more mature and adult role by each tragedy she overcame. However, because of her loss of innocence, is that she found a lifelong friend in Max, the Jewish boy who was hiding in her house. For this reason we can say that Zusak's message is that even though the tragedies of life might take our innocence away, we can overcome and empathize with other people.
Quotes:
"Like most misery, it started with apparent happiness"
" Even death has a heart"
"A DEFINITION NOT FOUND
IN THE DICTIONARY
Not leaving: an act of trust and love,
often deciphered by children"
