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Sometimes I think my papa is an accordion. When he looks at me and smiles and breathes, I hear the notes.

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Sometimes I think my papa is an accordion. When he looks at me and smiles and breathes, I hear the notes.

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About Markus Zusak

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