Katherine Rundell’s *Good Thieves* follows Vita, a determined young girl, as she embarks on a daring mission to reclaim her grandfather’s stolen mansion in 1920s Manhattan. With a band of unlikely allies, including a pickpocket and circus friends, she devises a bold plan to outwit a corrupt real estate tycoon. Her journey brims with cleverness and heart, showcasing the power of loyalty and love.
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Katherine Rundell’s *Good Thieves* follows Vita, a determined young girl, as she embarks on a daring mission to reclaim her grandfather’s stolen mansion in 1920s Manhattan. With a band of unlikely allies, including a pickpocket and circus friends, she devises a bold plan to outwit a corrupt real estate tycoon. Her journey brims with cleverness and heart, showcasing the power of loyalty and love.
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“A dazzling tale of wild hope, lingering grief, admirable self-sufficiency, and intergenerational adoration.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Vita tests her own limits, and readers will thrill at her cleverness, tenacity, and close escapes.” — Booklist “A satisfying adventure.” — Kirkus Reviews From award-winning author Katherine Rundell comes a fast-paced and utterly thrilling adventure driven by the loyalty and love between a grandfather and his granddaughter. When Vita’s grandfather’s m...
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Recurring scenes of violence including gangster threats, physical fights, and perilous chases; no graphic gore.
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Substance use
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Brief mentions of speakeasies in 1920s setting; no direct use or glamorization.
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No LGBTQIA+ representation.
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Magic & witchcraft
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Political content
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Themes of social injustice, racism, and inequality in historical context; central to character motivations.
Self-harm / suicide
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Abuse & suffering
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Depictions of racism, social inequality, orphan hardships, and disability challenges from polio.
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