The Girl and the Seven Thieves

This chapter book follows Eira, a young girl with a difficult relationship with her stepmother, who is left alone in a New York City alley. She encounters a group of seven thieves and faces the challenge of trusting them to find her way. The story explores themes of abandonment, resilience, and the complexities of judging others, all within a fractured fairy tale framework that blends contemporary urban settings with classic folklore elements. It's suitable for readers aged 4-11, offering an engaging narrative about finding belonging in unexpected places.

Eira and her stepmother don't get along, but she never expected to be left in a New York City alley. When seven thieves find her, she'll have to try to trust them.