A review by jedbird
Return of the Thief by Megan Whalen Turner

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

Pheris, the young grandson of treacherous Baron Erondites, is physically disabled and mute, which makes people assume he's mentally disabled. He is not. When the baron sends him to court, he becomes friends with Eugenides. The book is from Pheris' POV, in and around the castle, and later when Attolia, Eddis, and Sounis go to war against the Mede. Pheris is very lovable and it's always fun to root for an underdog. A really good finish to the series.