Penguin Young Readers Group
Thieves' Gambit
Thieves' Gambit
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ABOUT
“A propulsive, high-octane thriller that kept me guessing until the very end.”—Alex Aster, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Lightlark
“Fans of Ocean's Eleven will enjoy Kayvion Lewis’s exhilarating [thriller].”—PopSugar
The Gambit invites you to join . . . are you game?
A Quest can’t trust anyone in this world—except for a Quest. At least that’s what’s been drilled into seventeen-year-old Rosalyn Quest since practically birth. And for good reason—Ross is part of a legendary family of thieves who have built their fortunes collecting ill-gotten gains by pulling the ultimate heists. But Ross is tired of it. She wants more out of life, but on the night she plans her escape, her mother is kidnapped. Ross should have known payback would come sooner or later.
In a desperate bid to save her mother, Ross enters the Thieves’ Gambit, a high-stakes competition for the world’s best up-and-coming thieves, where the winner is granted one wish—for anything you want.
Ross only wants to save her mother’s life, and she’s playing to win. But in a globetrotting game full of dangerous, escalating trials where killing isn’t exactly off-limits, Ross must use all her skills to outsmart her cunning and cutthroat competitors, including her childhood nemesis and a handsome, smooth-talking boy who might also be making a play for her heart.
STANDARD, PRIMARY, DM AND VARIANT COVERS
Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.
In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.
The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.
PRODUCT TYPES
Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:
Omnibus
- Large, hardcover collections
- Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
- Typically 800-1000+ pages
- Higher price point, often €100-€150
Oversized Hardcover (OHC)
- Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
- Collect shorter runs or story arcs
- Usually 300-600 pages
- Priced between €30-€50
Hardcover (HC)
- Standard-sized hardcover books
- Collect 6-12 issues typically
- Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
- Priced around €25-€35
Trade Paperback (TP)
- Softcover collections
- Standard comic book size
- Usually collect 4-6 issues
- Most affordable option, typically €15-€25
Other Formats
- Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
- Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
- Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues
The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs