Little Thieves

In Little Thieves by Margaret Owen, scrappy maid Vanja Schmidt navigates a treacherous world of palace nobles and Low Gods, armed only with her wit and the ability to see divine influences around her. After seizing an opportunity to steal enchanted pearls by impersonating the princess she serves, Vanja soon finds herself cursed and must confront the consequences of her actions. This engaging YA fantasy weaves together themes of fate, deception, and the struggle to reclaim agency in a world where nothing is freely given.