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The Thief and the Historian: A YA Epic Fantasy Adventure (The Runetree Chronicles Book 1) Kindle Edition
A dangerous journey that will change their lives forever.
Aeda is a Thief with twice the skill of the other Thieves, but not even she expects to get caught by her latest mark.
Gieral, from the legendary order of Historians, does not take favorably to having her rune essences stolen. She uses a runeword to bind Aeda to her, and together they set off for the Great Library where Aeda will be judged for her actions.
Suddenly, Aeda is thrown into a strange new world of malevolent spirits, perilous landscapes, and terrifying beasts.
Having spent her life confined to the coastal city of Biersport, stealing to survive, Aeda is uncertain if the mysterious Historian is her captor or her rescuer.
She finds herself questioning where she truly belongs, especially when she is drawn into investigating the unexplained disappearances of several Historians.
But even if Aeda somehow survives the dangerous journey and her judgement, can she ever hope to become more than a Thief?
The Thief and the Historian is the first of four books in The Runetree Chronicles, an epic series about belonging and the power of history for young adult fantasy readers who love going on spellbinding adventures.
- Reading age12 - 18 years
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateJune 17, 2023
- ISBN-13978-1949813371
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"A thrill-a-page, fantasy saga with a compelling young protagonist to root for. A FINALIST and highly recommended!" - The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
"A very enjoyable read with endearing personalities, a rich and layered setting, and an action-packed adventure with a journey of self-discovery at its core." - Readers' Favorite
"The novel is packed with action, intrigue, and suspense from beginning to end. The unique storyline is engaging and easily draws readers in. By the end of the last chapter, readers will be anxiously awaiting the follow-up novel in this spell-binding series." - Entrada Publishing
About the Author
He now resides in Oregon with his wife, son, dog and two kittens. While writing consumes much of his time, you might also find him at one of his ridiculous list of hobbies, including cooking, gardening, hiking, gaming, archery, volunteering, and woodworking.
Product details
- ASIN : B0C6CPJFR7
- Publisher : Zamiz Press
- Accessibility : Learn more
- Publication date : June 17, 2023
- Language : English
- File size : 5.0 MB
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 207 pages
- ISBN-13 : 978-1949813371
- Page Flip : Enabled
- Book 1 of 4 : The Runetree Chronicles
- Reading age : 12 - 18 years
- Best Sellers Rank: #97,581 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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About the author

Brendan Corbett grew up in a military family, always on the move. Books, particularly fantasy, were both stabilizing and the ultimate escape, companions to other worlds that could journey with him even when friends could not. As an adult his career turned away from the arts, though a wide range of experiences have brought him back to his love of writing.
He now resides in Oregon with his wife, son, dog and two kittens. While writing consumes much of his time, you might also find him at one of his ridiculous list of hobbies, including cooking, gardening, hiking, gaming, archery, volunteering, and woodworking.
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Customers enjoy the book's thrilling adventures, with one review highlighting its twists and turns. They appreciate the compelling characters and find it easy to read.
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Customers enjoy the thrilling adventures in the book, with one review highlighting its great fantasy story with twists and turns.
"...Add the action and unpredictable twists and turns, and you have a book well worth reading!" Read more
"...The story raises thought-provoking questions about destiny, choice, and the power of history, making it more than just a simple adventure tale...." Read more
"...The lady thief is a complex character, interesting and well developed. The plot is very good and I enjoyed it...." Read more
"...With its compelling characters and thrilling adventures, this book promises an engaging read, leaving readers eager for the next installment." Read more
Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one mentioning the complex character of the lady thief.
"...Wonderfully descriptive but not overdone prose, fascinating characters, and imaginative cultures and peoples are some of the reasons this book was..." Read more
"...and yearning for something beyond her life of theft create a compelling character who is easy to like and support...." Read more
"...The lady thief is a complex character, interesting and well developed. The plot is very good and I enjoyed it...." Read more
"...With its compelling characters and thrilling adventures, this book promises an engaging read, leaving readers eager for the next installment." Read more
Customers find the book easy to read, with one review noting its vivid descriptions and another mentioning its well-crafted prose.
"...Wonderfully descriptive but not overdone prose, fascinating characters, and imaginative cultures and peoples are some of the reasons this book was..." Read more
"...I particularly enjoyed the way Corbett vividly detailed Biersport, painting the picture of a city that is filled with both beauty and danger...." Read more
"...The dynamic between the two protagonists is both humorous and profound, adding depth to the story...." Read more
"...managed to pack in several events in just 200+ pages, making this an easy read...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2024This is the first book of Brendan Corbett’s I’ve read, but it won’t be the last! Wonderfully descriptive but not overdone prose, fascinating characters, and imaginative cultures and peoples are some of the reasons this book was so hard to put down. Add the action and unpredictable twists and turns, and you have a book well worth reading!
- Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2024"The Thief and the Historian" by Brendan Corbett is a book that takes readers on an exciting journey through the eyes of Aeda, a masterful thief confined to the coastal city of Biersport. From the very beginning, I found Aeda's character to be highly developed. Her internal conflict and yearning for something beyond her life of theft create a compelling character who is easy to like and support. I particularly enjoyed the way Corbett vividly detailed Biersport, painting the picture of a city that is filled with both beauty and danger. This book is well-paced, balancing action-packed sequences with moments of introspection. Aeda's encounters with terrifying beasts and the unraveling of ancient mysteries keep the tension high, while her personal journey towards self-discovery adds emotional depth. The story raises thought-provoking questions about destiny, choice, and the power of history, making it more than just a simple adventure tale.
Overall, I found this novel to be a spellbinding tale that did a fabulous job of blending adventure, fantasy, and self-discovery. Aeda's journey from a reluctant thief to a heroine confronting ancient mysteries is both thrilling and moving. If you are a fan of fantasy and adventure, you will enjoy this book. I'll definitely plan on checking out the next book of the series.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2024This a tale of a journey and a thief with a historian. The lady thief is a complex character, interesting and well developed. The plot is very good and I enjoyed it. I received this book as an arc, but found it is good I bought a copy on my own, so I am leaving this review voluntarily.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2024"The Thief and the Historian (The Runetree Chronicles Book 1)" by Brendan Corbett invites readers into an enthralling world of adventure and fantasy.
Centered on the interaction between a skilled thief and a historian, the narrative takes unexpected turns, revealing ancient secrets and mysterious beings. The dynamic between the two protagonists is both humorous and profound, adding depth to the story.
As the plot unfolds, readers are taken on a suspenseful journey filled with intrigue. With its compelling characters and thrilling adventures, this book promises an engaging read, leaving readers eager for the next installment.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2024The Thief and the Historian (The Runetree Chronicles Book 1) is a great fantasy story with twists and turns and will keep you guessing the entire time. It has a little bit if everything to keep all readers involved in the story. It has plenty of action and the characters are written perfectly for this story. If you're looking for an all-around excellent book I highly recommend giving this a chance.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2023We follow Aeda and Gieral through their adventures from Biersport, the Library, to the land of the dokkaebis in this first novel. Each location and character is extensively described with particular attention paid to the landscape. I often paused just to drink in images of the surroundings. The author has managed to pack in several events in just 200+ pages, making this an easy read. I would recommend this to any of your fellow fantasy/sci-fi enthusiasts and eagerly await the next books in this series.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2023I recommend this book who loves young adult fantasy, easy to read and great characters. I can’t wait to read next one!
- Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2023Fresh, fun, and addictive. This book captured my imagination and ended too soon, with plenty of threads to pick up for continuation.