1.7k reviews for:

Thieves' Gambit

Kayvion Lewis

3.89 AVERAGE

mberlon's review against another edition

3.25

adventurous funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

the_loudlibrarian's review

4.0

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5. This is the perfect book to give to students who loved The Inheritance Games and City Spies. Ross, whose family is a widely known group of thieves, is invited to play in a high-stakes game called the Thieves’ Gambit just as her mother is kidnapped during a job gone wrong. Thinking that winning the game is the only way to save her mom, Ross goes in with her family motto in mind: “trust no one”. But the game turns out to be one where alliances are everything, and nothing is as it seems. This one will be a series, and I think readers in grades 7+ will love it.

morebooks_morebutter's review

4.0

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Thank you NetGalley for the advance copy.  What a fun, fast paced read. 

deathreaderrr's review against another edition

3.5

adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

walnutzziippp's review against another edition

3.5

adventurous challenging dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

mantharose9's review against another edition

4.5

adventurous tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

taylor_barno's review against another edition

4.0

adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

jbojkov's review against another edition

3.0

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I think this will appeal to kids who like action and competition style stories. I just could not get into it- but I can see the appeal of being like super-thieves.

lauraaa_reads's review against another edition

4.75

emotional mysterious

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

ashbydodd's review against another edition

4.0

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If you're looking for an exciting, action-packed read, Thieve's Gambit by Kayvion Lewis is the perfect choice. I finished this book in just one day. The premise is as thrilling as it sounds: a group of young thieves compete in a high-stakes challenge to win a coveted year-long contract, all while navigating a labyrinth of twists and turns to save their loved ones.

The action is non-stop, with each heist more thrilling than the last. The sharp character banter adds a lively edge to the fast-paced plot. I especially appreciated the competition's focus on strategy and cunning rather than violence—something that feels like a breath of fresh air compared to other dystopian favorites. (Look, I love The Hunger Games, but sometimes I don't need all the players to die, you know?!) Reading Thieve's Gambit felt like watching a heist movie where the stakes are high, but the tone is light and entertaining.

This was my first time reading Kayvion Lewis's work, and I have to say, I am a fan! The diverse cast of characters and the roller coaster of a plot kept me turning page after page. If you're looking for a thrilling adventure with heart and humor, Thieve's Gambit is a must-read!

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group for an advanced reader's copy in exchange for an honest and thoughtful review.