That sentence implies that as the world if waking up, people are looking in mirrors at their faces. I hope I could help on what little info you gave me!
It is so awesome I did this before
In German the word 'himmel' means 'heaven'.. During most of the book it focuses on the location where Liesel lives, which is Himmel Street.. It is a great example of situational irony. Liesel had many good memories in Himmel street such as living with the Hubermanns. However, with many horrific events that took place in and around, Himmel street is far from heavenly.
Sounds like exposition
The main character is introduced and it is told the setting