Liesel crossed the bridge over the Amper River. The water was glorious…

Markus Zusak
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Liesel crossed the bridge over the Amper River. The water was glorious and emerald and rich. She could see the stones at the bottom and hear the familiar song of water. The world did not deserve such a river. ✨ Markus Zusak (2013). The Book Thief: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition, p.520, RH Childrens Books
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