45 pages • 1 hour read
Megan Whalen TurnerThe Thief
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1996A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Thief by Megan Whalen Turner follows Gen, a thief imprisoned in Sounis, who is offered freedom if he helps retrieve Hamiathes’s Gift, a stone granting immortality. Gen joins the king’s magus, two apprentices, and a soldier on a journey to find the stone. Unbeknownst to them, Gen seeks the stone to ensure his cousin’s ascension as Queen of Eddis.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Megan Whalen Turner's The Thief captivates readers with its intricate plot and richly developed characters. Praise has been given for its clever twists and world-building, although some critics find its pacing uneven and the beginning slow. Overall, it’s recognized as an enchanting and rewarding read for those who enjoy fantasy with a dash of mystery.
Who Should Read The Thief?
Readers who enjoy young adult adventure with complex characters and plot twists will love Megan Whalen Turner’s The Thief. Fans of intricate world-building and clever protagonists, similar to those in J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series or Tamora Pierce’s Song of the Lioness quartet, will find this book captivating.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
920LBook Details
History: World
Fantasy
Action / Adventure
Historical Fiction
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Values/Ideas: Good & Evil
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies