Well, you can't judge a book by its cover, but I'd better put this one on because it is a very cool cover.
The Thief Lord is one of my favorite books of all time. It's about two brothers named Prosper and Boniface (Bo). After their mother dies, their cruel aunt Esther wants to adopt Bo, but not Prosper. So they run away to Venice, Italy, so they can be together. There, they join a group of street kids who live in an abandoned movie theater. The group is led by a mysterious boy named Scipio. Scipio is a thief who is never caught. Hence, the name "the Thief Lord".
But as the plot moves along, it is found out that everyone has secrets... even the Thief Lord.
This book with it's wonderful descriptions and enchanting storyline is a good read for all ages.
I would rate it PG, though, for mild language. But A++++ for everything else!!!!
3 comments:
I'm going to have to read this now, Maddie!
i really liked this book, too. Thanks for the great review of it! i look forward to hearing more reviews!
Hey, I think that bridge on the cover is the Bridge of Sighs in Venice! It's the last sight convicted prisoners would see as they were led off to the dungeon. Freaky! Must be a good book then.
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