Books Like "The Lies of Locke Lamora"
Ocean's Eleven meets fantasy Venice in this clever heist novel about gentleman thieves with razor-sharp dialogue.
If you loved it, try these next
- The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss — Features a charismatic, roguish protagonist telling his own story with similar wit and narrative complexity.
- Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo — Another fantasy heist novel with a crew of morally ambiguous thieves pulling off an impossible job.
- The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison — Shares the intricate court politics and world-building, though with a more earnest protagonist.
- Red Seas Under Red Skies by Scott Lynch — The direct sequel continuing Locke and Jean's adventures with pirates and gambling schemes.
- The Thief by Megan Whalen Turner — Features a clever thief protagonist and political intrigue, though aimed at a younger audience.
- Among Thieves by Douglas Hulick — Adult fantasy focusing on criminals and underworld politics with similar gritty atmosphere.
That's the general verdict — find out if The Lies of Locke Lamora matches YOUR taste.
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