- Mass Market Paperback: 219 pages
- Publisher: Puffin Books; Reprint edition (Jan 1998)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0140388346
- ISBN-13: 978-0140388343
- Product Dimensions: 19.3 x 12.7 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,985,569 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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[Gen] is the freshest and funniest hero to tumble through a fantasy novel for many years.
Independent on Sunday
“From the believable characters to the well-realized setting, this fantasy offers a refreshing change of pace for readers who enjoy adventure stories with a touch of magic. “
Booklist
“This is an uplifting book, a literary journey that enriches both its characters and readers before it is over. “
Kirkus Reviews
“A tantalizing, suspenseful, exceptionally clever novel … The author's characterization of Gen is simply superb: she lets the reader know so much about him – his sense of humor, his egotism, his loyalty, his forthrightness, his tendency to sulk – and yet manages to hide the most essential information. Which is not to say that either Gen or Turner deceives the reader: both tell part of the truth at all times. And so, unlike many other novels of surprise, which don't bear up to a second reading, Thief is even more fun to reread – you can see all the clues to Gen's identity and mission, and delight in the author's ingenuity.”
Horn Book
The characters, and the fluctuating relationships between them, are extremely well-drawn, with tension building as they approach the fulfillment of the mission. The plot twists and turns dramatically and humorously. We really care about what happens, and the final resolution is as satisfactory as it is unexpected. I read most of this in one evening, and found it absolutely gripping…The Thief is a really good read, with a touch of myth and magic, and Megan Whalen Turner is an author to watch. Achuka
--This text refers to the Paperback edition.Product Description
Newbery Medal winning fantasy, set in a world not unlike Ancient Greece, complete with interfering Gods and Goddesses.
The King’s magus believes he knows the site of an ancient treasure – Hamiathe’s Gift. To attain it, he needs a skillful thief and he selects Gen from the King’s prison. The magus is only interested in the thief’s abilities; what Gen is interested in is anyone’s guess.
A likeable rogue, Gen endures the difficult trek with much complaining and little grace, but shows his mettle when he steals the Gift twice and risks his life for his companions.
The Thief is an exciting and compelling 'road-movie' story, with a cracking twist at the end which surprises both the magus and Gen's travelling companions – not to mention the reader!!
--This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The story revolves around Gen - a brash, cocky thief who instantly captures the readers attention. His thoughts, actions, and relationships with the other characters are what really push this book, and make it so unique.
After being locked away in prison in Sounis, Gen is offered a way out by the King's Magus. Gen must steal a fabled jewel, to provoke the Queen of Eddis, a neighbouring country, into marrying the King of Sounis. Royal Politics brush the surface of the adventure - as Gen travels with the magus, the naive son of a duke, a destitute nobleman, and an experienced soldier towards their destination, and the jewel. But not all is as it seems, for more than one of the characters.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
The unabridged audio version read by Jeff Woodman would be great listening for the whole family on those vacation drives. Four companions thrown together by strange circumstances set out on an adventure to find a legendary stone. Their relationship develops through their mutual experiences. The story is exciting with a surprising finish. Jeff Woodman is the premier narrator of books about young people and he does justice to Megan Turner's book. I hope we see more books from Ms. Turner soon.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
From the moment you read the first sentence you're completely hooked. Gen is a thief, stuck in the king's dungeon, filthy and starving. A magus lets him out on condition Gen steals a fabled jewel Hamiathes's Gift,without which the Queen of another country will not marry the King of Sounis. So begins a dangerous an uncomfortable journey. With them travel two young men, one a Duke's son, the other an impoverished an bullying nobleman, plus a soldier. WHat makes it better than the standard quest story is the wit and rudeness of Gen, and the growing relationships forged between him and his companions. Exciting, fast-paced and well-written, it makes you await the sequel with eagerness.
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Intelligent and entertaining
This is a great book for older children and adults alike. It is very well written, entertaining, and has an intelligent plot line with a great twist. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Wrenbo
an okay start to a wonderful series
Written in first person, from Gen's point of view, this was one of those books where I would have liked to read the POV of other characters or just have a third person narrative. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Ali
All bookede up!
My grandchildren think this is marvellous - and as they are all big readers I will take their word for it.
Published 13 months ago by David J. Clifton
Read it, read it, read it!
This is a clever, entertaining page-turner and totally enjoyable. Read it, enjoy it, and then read the rest! A great read for anyone over 10. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Suzanne Collett
not bad
I was expecting a lot more from this book than I got. It was good, but it was really lacking in a lot of things. Read more
Published on 6 May 2010 by Larewen Evenstar
Great on so many levels for adults AND kids
After bragging that he could steal anything, and promptly laying his hands on the king's seal, Gen finds himself in prison for that very theft. Read more
Published on 13 Nov 2009 by M. K. Burton
A superb start to an excellent series
I have just re-read this book and the two sequels after first reading them a year ago. I had to post a review because i enjoyed this book (and the other two) so much. Read more
Published on 5 Sep 2009 by R. Fowler
The Thief, Enjoyable, but short story.
What can I say? Good story, good characters. Not a very long read but most enjoyable.
Reads like a short story, with a nice twist at the end. Read more
Published on 19 Jan 2006
Thank you, Thief :)
Gen was not 'just' a petty thief! He was an excellent one, with attitude, pride, wit and of course, a 'big' secret of his own. Read more
Published on 2 Feb 2005 by Spy Groove
one word: W O W!!!
Turner worked every detail to its fullest extent. The book was so amazing i couldnt put it down.
Published on 23 Jun 1999
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