{"product_id":"thiefs-cunning-isbn-9780062363848","title":"Thief's Cunning","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe companion novel to Assassin’s Heart—an action-packed fantasy that Printz Award winner Laura Ruby said “will keep you turning the pages all night long”—Thief’s Cunning picks up eighteen years later and follows Allegra Saldana as she uncovers the secrets about the line of killers she descends from.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllegra has always had to look over her shoulder. As the niece of the infamous assassin Lea Saldana, Allegra is used to hiding from people who want her dead. Once the strongest clipper family in the Kingdom of Lovero, the Saldanas—or what’s left of them—are now the most hunted. Their number one enemy is the Da Vias, whose thirst for retaliation is almost two decades in the making.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut lately Allegra’s getting fed up with everything being kept from her—including her parents’ identity. When she finally learns the truth about her family, though—that she’s a Da Via—her world crumbles. Feeling betrayed by the people she trusted the most, Allegra turns to Nev, a Traveler boy whose presence makes her feel alive in ways she’s only dreamed of.  But getting caught up in Nev’s world has consequences Allegra never saw coming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this dark and enthralling fantasy that fans of Sarah Maas and Leigh Bardugo will devour, one girl must decide if she’s destined to pay for the wrongs of her family’s past—whether Saldana or Da Via—or if the future is hers for the taking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSecret Identity:\u003c\/b\u003e Allegra was raised a Saldana, the most hunted clipper family in the kingdom. But the truth is far more dangerous: she was born a Da Via, the very people sworn to destroy them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFound Family Drama:\u003c\/b\u003e She loves the family that raised her, but their lies have shattered her trust. Can she forgive the aunt who stole her as a baby to \"save\" her?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA World of Gods and Ghosts:\u003c\/b\u003e In a kingdom where assassins serve the god of death and ghosts haunt the plains, Allegra’s heritage puts her at the center of a divine and deadly conflict.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Forbidden Love:\u003c\/b\u003e Her only escape is Nev, a mysterious Traveler boy. But their connection puts them both in danger, forcing Allegra to choose between a life with him and the deadly legacy of her bloodline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“An electrifying debut that captivated me from the first nail-biting chapter. Spellbinding!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eGennifer Albin, New York Times bestselling author (on Assassin's Heart)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Love, death, family—and vengeance. This gripping fantasy thriller will keep you turning the pages all night long.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLaura Ruby, author of the Printz Award-winning Bone Gap (on Assassin's Heart)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A lavishly constructed fantasy world with an intricate society.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (on Assassin's Heart)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Equal parts adventure, romance, and politics, Ahiers’ first novel is astonishingly good. This is a unique twist on a love story, and the exciting Godfather-esque plotline adds layers of intrigue. Fans of Robin LaFevers’ His Fair Assassins series will snatch this one up in a heartbeat, and they won’t be disappointed.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review) (on Assassin's Heart)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Equal parts adventure, romance, and politics, Ahiers’ first novel is astonishingly good. This is a unique twist on a love story, and the exciting Godfather-esque plotline adds layers of intrigue. Fans of Robin LaFevers’ His Fair Assassins series will snatch this one up in a heartbeat.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review) (on Assassin's Heart)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Ahiers’s Romeo and Juliet-inspired world of gods, angry ghosts, and assassins is darkly lush, and Lea’s voice is strong and pragmatic, making for a stylish and rich read.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (on Assassin's Heart)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Thematically, love and freedom are set in compelling opposition. The climactic battles thrill. A well-realized fantasy with strong action and romance.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“[A] stunning sequel. The characters are richly developed and appealing to readers. Ahiers is certainly one to watch.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist Online\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Just as the first title was full of fantasy and adventure, this companion does not disappoint.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888267161829,"sku":"NP9780062363848","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062363848.jpg?v=1730228676","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/thiefs-cunning-isbn-9780062363848","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}