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The bittersweetness of uncertainty: To win or to lose.

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The bittersweetness of uncertainty: To win or to lose.

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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.