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Little Thieves

The astonishing fantasy fairytale retelling of The Goose Girl
By Margaret Owen
Series: Little Thieves
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Little Thieves by Margaret Owen is a captivating tale that follows Vanja, a crafty thief who assumes the identity of a princess to achieve her own ambitions. As she revels in wealth and freedom, she becomes entangled in a perilous mystery involving curses and divine interventions. Vanja must navigate clever schemes and formidable challenges to escape the repercussions of her choices.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you love adventurous retellings with a twist on classic tales. It blends a fantasy world with rich, dark humour and compelling characters, perfect for young adults who appreciate stories of cunning, transformation, and redemption. If you appreciate tales where a clever protagonist navigates moral ambiguities and intricate plots, this might be just the book for you.

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Little Thieves

A scrappy maid must outsmart both palace nobles and Low Gods in a new YA fantasy by Margaret Owen, author of the Merciful Crow series.

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Once upon a time, there was a beautiful, kind princess, and her wicked maid.

One day, the wicked maid stole the princess's face, and with it her name, her betrothed—everything. The princess had to toil away as a servant, while her maid lived like a queen.

When the maid was caught, she died for her crimes, and the princess lived happily ever after... or that is how the story has been told.

Now, it's time to hear the other side of the story...

Little Thieves by Margaret Owen invites readers to uncover the untold tales and hidden truths that challenge the legends of yore. Dive into this captivating narrative where stories and destinies intertwine in unexpected ways.

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Little Thieves by Margaret Owen has been praised for its beautiful prose and enchanting magical elements. Reviewers commend its adventurous and thrilling narrative, filled with sharp humour and engaging twists. The book is seen as a masterful retelling of the Goose Girl tale, with a captivating mix of romance, revenge, and robbery. It's recommended for fans of fantasy, filled with unique characters and gripping moments that promise to leave readers breathless.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529381733

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodderscape

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 512

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Featured Fiction General Fiction In-Stock Fiction Books Margaret Owen New Release Fiction Series: Little Thieves Young Adult

About the Author

Margaret Owen was born and raised at the end of the Oregon Trail, and now lives and writes in Seattle while negotiating a long-term hostage situation with her two monstrous cats. In her free time, she enjoys exploring ill-advised travel destinations, drawing a lot of nonsense, and raising money for social justice nonprofits.

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