Setting
The Book Thief takes place in Molching,Germany. Molching is a small town near Munich, Germany. Most people in this town are poor and struggle to feed their family. But if the story was set in a different place besides Germany, it would be more peaceful and less terrorizing. Since it is during World War II, they go through a lot more than most people in other countries.
If I Was in the Same Situation
If I was in the same position as Liesel I would steal food to help out at home. I would also see if I can find work to help bring in money. Another thing I would do is keep going to the Mayor's library and bring books home for Max. And I would try to make friends with everyone, so they do not expect a Jew is in my basement.