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The Good Thieves
- Narrated by: Margaret Cabourn-Smith
- Length: 5 hrs and 17 mins
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Summary
Vita set her jaw and nodded at New York City in greeting, as a boxer greets an opponent before a fight.
Fresh off the boat from England, Vita Marlowe has a job to do. Her beloved grandfather Jack has been cheated out of his home and possessions by a notorious con man with Mafia connections.
Seeing Jack's spirit is broken, Vita is desperate to make him happy again, so she devises a plan to outwit his enemies and recover his home.
She finds a young pickpocket working the streets of the city. And, nearby, two boys with highly unusual skills and secrets of their own are about to be pulled into her lawless, death-defying plan.
Katherine Rundell's fifth novel is a heist as never seen before - the story of a group of children who will do anything to right a wrong.
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"An amazing adventure story, told with sparkling style and sleight of hand." (Jacqueline Wilson)
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- Susan M.
- 09-09-20
I loved it!
As a middle-aged woman, I'm not at all embarrassed to say I loved this book. Margaret Cabourn-Smith is a wonderful narrator, and the story was beautiful. I've gone on to look at more books by this author
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- Amazon Customer
- 13-01-21
The Good Theives
I think this audiobook is great for listening to whilst doing art doing work etc . Listening to it at bedtime is also good but there are a few parts that might scare younger children. I’m sure any adventurous people, animal lovers or people whose dream is to fly will love this audiobook and I really recommend it.
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- Robin E Guthrie
- 13-06-20
Thrilling adventure
Very much enjoyed by my 10 year old, 7 year old, and me! Perfect for a long car journey.
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- Mike Watson
- 18-10-20
Superb Storytelling
Katherine Rundell is a master storyteller and The Good Thieves is just that - masterful.
How many books are there for 8-11 year olds that are set in 1920s prohibition era New York, featuring the mafia?
Not many, and there’s a reason - it’s hard to write about, but Rundell smashes it out of the (Central) Park.
A story of strength, love, family, friendship and being on the fringes. Vita and her friends are beautifully rounded characters who embark on a lightning paced heist storyline, that has wonderfully placed moments and is one of the most unputdownable (?) books I have read in a while.
Bravo!
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- Janbo
- 18-08-21
Good thieves
Loved it. Would recommend to both children and adults. Brilliant and exciting. Enjoyed it.
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- A. Moore
- 23-06-21
great story, perfectly read
a rattling yarn, sympathetic characters, a pacy read. most entertaining, and moving at times. just great.
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- Mrs W
- 18-03-20
Loved it!
Just finished this book with my mum .it is beautifully written and amazing narration (is there going to be a sequel?). Jemima, age 10
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- H M
- 12-04-21
Really good and enjoyable
This book is amazing and is great for listening in bed. Definitely worth your time.
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- Janie
- 19-03-21
great
I loved this book because it was had a big mystery and lots of surprises so I recommend this book for people who like Adventures
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- Miss SLK
- 15-08-19
amazing
The book was amazing my little ones loves and explained it all to me .
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