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The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch

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... a daring goal-driven heist?

Six Of Crows by Leigh Bardugo

If you loved Locke Lamora's intricate schemes and high-stakes missions, you'll dive right into Six of Crows. Kaz Brekker leads a band of outcasts on an impossible heist, with meticulous plans, double-crosses, and clever twists that will keep you guessing just like the Gentlemen Bastards’ adventures.

... a witty ensemble of rogues and misfits?

The Blacktongue Thief by Christopher Buehlman

The camaraderie and banter among Locke’s crew are a huge part of the fun in The Lies of Locke Lamora. In The Blacktongue Thief, you'll find Kinch Na Shannack joining forces with a motley crew—each with their own secrets and agendas—as they navigate dangerous jobs, betrayals, and unlikely friendships.

... morally ambiguous schemes and protagonists?

The Traitor Baru Cormorant by Seth Dickinson

If Locke’s cleverness and willingness to bend (or break) the rules drew you in, you'll be fascinated by Baru Cormorant. She infiltrates the power structures of an empire, manipulating allies and enemies alike, making ruthless choices that blur the line between hero and villain—just like Locke’s morally gray path.

... sharp humor and clever dialogue amidst fantasy intrigue?

The Rook by Daniel O’Malley

If the witty repartee and tongue-in-cheek narration of Locke and Jean made you laugh out loud, The Rook is a wild ride. Myfanwy Thomas wakes up with no memory, but with letters from her past self and a knack for deadpan humor as she navigates a secret supernatural agency filled with oddballs and danger.

... a deeply immersive and richly-detailed world?

City Of Stairs by Robert Jackson Bennett

Camorr’s vivid canals and criminal underworld are matched by the mysterious city of Bulikov. In The City of Stairs, every corner holds secrets, lost gods, and ancient rivalries. The worldbuilding is lush and layered, pulling you into a setting as atmospheric and alive as Locke’s Camorr.

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