The Book Thief

The main question is: is there really a need for a book like this? In my opinion the answer is no. When similar themes have been brought up much better by powerful real life accounts from Primo Levi, Ann Frank, Elie Weisel, this fictional novel seems pretty thin. Yes, it does have a change in perspective from other books, but that's not enough to really add to the conversation. The writing is ok. I'm undecided between 2 and 3 stars. In going with two just because of the time I spent reading it, without much in return. Maybe a different, younger audience appreciates this book more than I can.