A review by bellebookcorner
Thieves' Gambit by Kayvion Lewis

adventurous challenging mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

“If you fall in love someday, whoever they are, make sure it’s with someone you can be your whole self with. 
It’s dangerous to love half of a person.”
 
It took me a while to get hooked into the story, but my eyes were glued to my Kindle once I got to the part where the FMC, Ross Quest, entered a cutthroat competition to claim the prize – saving her mother. 
 
There are three phases in the competition, my personal favorite is the second phase, which includes longer schemes and forces the competitors to work together to succeed. 
Despite needing to suspend my disbelief here with teenagers planning such a complicated heist, I found it fun and thrilling to see how they strategize to stay ahead of the game, execute their plans, and improvise when things go awry. 
 
Ross has trust issues, which lead her to make questionable decisions throughout the story that at times felt slightly frustrating. But, deep down, she always craved a life like a normal teenage girl. 
I’m glad to see her slowly step out of her comfort zone with making new friends and rekindling her friendship with Noelia. 
I can’t say the same for the romance though as I didn’t feel the spark between Devroe and Ross, despite Devroe being a mysterious charming character. 
 
The last few chapters were quite intense as the stakes gets higher for the remaining competitors. Mind-blowing twists lead to a huge cliffhanger at the end! 
I'm excited to see what will happen next in the final book of this duology. 
 
Overall, Thieve’s Gambit is such a page turner! 
Highly recommend picking up this YA Thriller if you love: 
✨️ Heist Competition 
✨️ Rivals-to-Lovers 
✨️ Scheming                                                     
✨️ Betrayals and Alliances 
✨️ Shocking Plot Twists 
✨️ Diverse Characters 
 
I received an advanced review copy through Netgalley, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Huge thank you to the author and publisher!
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