CROW:THIEF OF MAGIC

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A beautifully written compelling story told with panache and style. A fantastic debut.' - Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear MAGIC KNOWS MAGIC. With an incredible story, a stunning, richly detailed world, and a wonderful cast of characters, Crow: Thief of Magic is an unputdownable, exciting and hugely ambitious fantasy adventure.

'A dream of a book, packed with enchantment, imagination and immersive storytelling.' - Pari Thomson, author of Greenwild 'A unique, beautifully written debut with the heart of a dark fairy tale' - Philippa Leathley Twelve-year-old Crow is a thief. Scraping a living on the winding streets of Starsgard, Crow works for the leader of the criminal underworld, stealing from the city's wealthy ruling class. But when a routine job takes Crow to the home of a mysterious sorcerer, his whole life is turned upside down - and after a planned heist goes wrong, leaving Crow alone and with nowhere to turn, he finds himself a new position as the sorcerer's apprentice.

Before long, Crow is introduced to the ancient art of dream magic - catching dream essence and using it to create dreams for the rich citizens from whom he once stole. But when Crow learns of an ancient strain of nightmare magic that threatens to unleash devastation on Starsgard, he must make a terrible choice… and decide who he can really trust. With a stunning, richly-detailed world, an incredible story, and a wonderful cast of characters, Crow: Thief of Magic is an extraordinarily exciting fantasy debut - perfect for fans of Impossible Creatures, His Dark Materials, and Skandar and the Unicorn Thief.

'A glorious adventure, glittering with dream magic, danger, and truest friendship. Crow's tale is sure to capture the imaginations of readers everywhere, and linger long after the final page - it is a phenomenal piece of storytelling.' - Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn 'Richly atmospheric and immersive. The twists and turns kept me guessing until the end.' - Clare Harlow, author