Scott Lynch's debut fantasy novel brings to life the swashbuckling anti-hero Locke Lamora. Locke is already a deft pickpocket at the age of six. His quick wits and clever plotting bring immediate riches and unexpected disaster. He is schooled by master thieves and grows up in the underground warrens left by a previous civilization. Locke and his gang enjoy a comfortable life until the Grey King enters the city and cruelly executes the most trusted criminal gang leaders. Unexpected plot twists and a secret conspiracy make this a real page turner.