Books like Take a Thief by Mercedes Lackey
Set in the iconic Valdemar world, "Take a Thief" follows Skif, a young street‑wise orphan and member of a juvenile pickpocket gang. When a mysterious magical horse selects him, Skif is thrust into the ranks of the Queen’s elite Heralds.
The novel explores Skif’s transformation from a life on the streets to a role of honor and duty, shedding light on lesser‑known aspects of Valdemar’s society and its acclaimed heritage of magical horse‑bonded warriors.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Mercedes Lackey
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