A review by cortanasreadingnook
Little Thieves by Margaret Owen

adventurous challenging emotional funny mysterious sad tense medium-paced

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

5.0

The Princess and The Pauper gets a little twisted in this breathtaking first installment of Little Thieves! Margaret Owen’s fairytale-like prose is very entertaining as we learn more about Vanja Schmidt, the little girl abandoned in a forest by her mother to the two gods of old, Death and Fortune. This fantastically inviting setting has its own magic system rooted in German folklore bursting with thrilling heists and robbery in each page. Our main character’s thievery gives off morally grey or anti-hero, making her a very unique person. On the other hand, her love interest is of the complete opposite, being morally righteous bound by law. They’re literally perfect for each other. Overall, this story boasts a very fun, diverse, and queer cast and there was never a dull moment in this savory tale of found family, retribution, and revenge.