pickI generally dislike the wisecracking thief fantasy trope. But Scott Lynch always suceeds in revealing the dysfunction underneath which drives these behaviours. Wizards and thieves collide in this story about a magical caper. This is an effortless and engaging novella. Strong pick.
pick“I sometimes think that ‘friend‘ is just a word I use for all the people I haven‘t murdered yet,” says the capable and accomplished thief (retired) who is at the focus of this enjoyable tale. Getting angry enough to tell off the head wizard of Theradane (that their ruling body is named the Parliament of Strife should clue you in that isn't a good idea), she is set a task by said wizard: steal the street of her rival! Yes, the whole street.
A Year and a Day in Old Theradane | 
