Thieves of Weirdwood

Name: Thieves of Weirdwood
Brand: Recorded Books
Availability: InStock
Author: Christian McKay Heidicker
ISBN: 9781705036662

Author: Christian McKay Heidicker

Series: Thieves of Weirdwood #1

Narrator: Christian McKay Heidicker

Unabridged: 8 hr 31 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 06/22/2021

Categories: Children's Fiction, Children's Social Themes, Fantasy Stories, Action & Adventure Stories, Horror Stories

Synopsis

Twelve-year-old thieves Arthur and Wally are determined to steal their way up the ranks of the notorious Black Feathers gang. With loan sharks chasing after Arthur’s father and Wally’s brother’s hospital bill due, they’re in need of seriouscash. Fast.

When Arthur spots some wealthy strangers exiting a seemingly deserted mansion, he smells an opportunity for a big score. Little do the boys realize, they’ve stumbled upon Weirdwood Manor, the headquarters of a magical order
who protect the Balance between the Real and Imaginary worlds. When Kingsport is besieged by nightmarish creatures, it’s up to these young thieves to save their city.

Filled with giant tentacle monsters and heroes literally ripped from the pages of adventure stories, this imagination-bending series is perfect for fans of The Five Kingdoms, Aru Shah, and Nevermoor.

About Christian McKay Heidicker

Christian McKay Heidicker reads and writes and drinks tea. He is the author of the Newbery Honor-recipient Scary Stories for Young Foxes, as well as Scary Stories for Young Foxes: The City, Cure for the Common Universe and Attack of the 50 Foot Wallflower. With William Shivering, he wrote the Thieves of Weirdwood trilogy. He lives in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jessica

I didn't really know what to expect from this, I bought it because I know Christian and I've loved his other books, and . . .wow. *Stefon voice* "This book has everything: ghosts, krakens, mysterious mansions, creepy old ladies in wedding dresses with pet snakes, plagues, and scary living dolls. . .......more

Goodreads review by Josiah

Variety is one thing you definitely get from Christian McKay Heidicker. Fantasy, science fiction, stories with a hint of historical context, YA, middle-grade...he writes all kinds of books, and Thieves of Weirdwood began his first designed trilogy. Arthur Benton and Wally Cooper, both twelve years o......more

Goodreads review by Jacqueline

Wowza, definitely NOT what I thought would come of this story. I mean, its supposed to be a juvenile marked read right? I can see where it is, but it's also a bit dark for the age range if I say myself. But color me impressed. When I had the option to pic up this arch and read it with my son I was a......more

Goodreads review by Emi

Captivating from beginning to end! It felt as if I was a part of the adventure crew, trying to solve the mysteries with these amazing characters. Absolutely CANNOT WAIT for the next book!!!......more

Goodreads review by Luke

Definitely not your average middle-grade fantasy novel! The world is wildly imaginative, weird, and creepy. Unlike many MG fantasies out there, the story is quite unpredictable, and there was a refreshing presence of characters having to deal with ACTUAL consequences along the way. The characters ar......more