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The Thief

by Megan Whalen Turner

A thief in chains is offered freedom for one impossible theft—but Gen always has plans of his own.

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About The Thief

Eugenides claims he can steal anything, but his boasting lands him in prison. When the king’s magus needs a legendary object stolen, Gen is forced onto the quest; the magus thinks he has the perfect tool, but the queen’s thief has his own secrets, schemes, and surprises.

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Spice
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Pacing
Slow

Series

Queen's Thief · Book 1 of 6

Content warnings
  • child abuse
  • domestic violence
  • blood and gore
  • physical injuries
  • death of a child
  • death of a friend
  • torture
  • near-drowning incident
  • hanging mentioned
  • physical abuse
  • imprisonment
  • death

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