A Daring Gambit (Queen of Thieves #0.75)

Adventurous and daring

This prequel to Night Guild series shows the story of Werrin, a barely teenage boy and a pickpocket, living with his Gramps and barely surviving. Gramps with his progressing dementia isn't able to take care of both of them fully, and only has moments of brilliance when playing Nizaa. One day, a boy named Willem who looks like Werrin's twin suddenly appear and by pure chance ends up with Gramps at home instead of Werrin. The boys come to a truce and eventually build a friendship - one they would need to overcome the threat to their living and a place to call home. This adventurous and emotional story shows what true family means, how brothers do not necessarily share blood, and the strength of unity. I was quite sad at the end, really feeling emotional about Gramps. They had such a great relationship with Werrin, and it was equally great to watch the relationship between the boys form. Amazing insight into the backstory of these two boys.