Parents need to know that they might be bothered by the amoral attitude of the author toward the stealing by the main characters. Though Prosper disapproves, he participates. Also, Bo's aunt and uncle abandon him to an orphanage because he doesn't behave well, which some children may find disturbing, though it is mitigated by the fact that Bo doesn't want to stay with them either.
Violence:Some minor fighting. Prosper holds a gun, but doesn't use it. Bo's aunt and uncle abandon him to an orphanage because he doesn't behave well, which some children may find disturbing.
This is a good book. The kids steal, though.
Prosper and Bo want to stay together, and the rest of the kids are like a family. They welcome Bo and Prosper into their group. When they find out that The Thief Lord is actually rich, they are mad at him, but then they make up.
The end is sad though, and I don't want to give it away, but I will say that it almost made me cry.
Overall, it is a good book.
This book was very well-written. The story was... interesting, I will give it that. There was a nice cast of characters and it taught me some Italian. BUT... it was very boring, in my opinion. Over one-hundred pages were used for describing the life of the kids, their habits, who they are, and eventually a bit of excitement gets poured into it. It is very realistic except for the end, which I found to be quite weird. Overall, the book is a nice read. But nothing extremely exciting happens. I gave it three stars because I was able to get through it, and because I could still enjoy it at times.
I love this book to bits. It's perfectly written, and has good role models in it. (like Prosper, the main character, is like a father to his little brother, and he teaches him good things like not to steal) I love it and recommend it to everyone.
This book is really awesome! It's creatively-written and indeed a page-turner. It grabs your attention and won't let it go, even to the very last page. The movie is also interesting, too. I didn't realize The Thief Lord was a book until I watched the movie. When I noticed it was written by Cornelia Funke, it was something I just HAD to read. She's a brilliant author and one of my favorites.
I read The Theif Lord and I couldn't put it down. Several kids in my class are reading it too and I can see why.The are thrills surprises adventure mystery. I couldn't put it down. I would not suggest this book to anyone under the 6th grade I'm in 6th grade and Sme kids in my class had to re-read it. They throw in some Italian so it can be hard to understand but all in all it's one of the best books I have read. ( If you enjoy this try reading Oliver Twist)
This is my favorite book in the world, maybe due to the fact that I myself am Italian and the book is set in the most magical city in the world (it teaches alot about Venice, its history and myths, and the customs and traditions of the people that live there). The characters are wonderful and well structured, and Prosper takes care of his little brother Bo like any father would. Scipio (my favorite character in ANY book), even though he is really the son of a very wealthy Dottore (doctor), does whatever he can to help the orphaned street kids. Victor (another one of my favorites), the kindhearted detective who is hired to find Prosper and Bo, agrees to help the kids after learning about their Aunt Esther's cruel intentions to split the brothers up. There are plenty of negative characters, and the kids do steal, but this is understandable considering that they have no other options (they also later kidnap Victor under circumstances that I can't explain here without giving away the whole book; however they are not unkind to him).
There is a lot of fighting, and Ida Spavento, the kind lady who later takes the orphans in after a series of complicated events, smokes a lot and there is a passing mention or two of alcahol. The book also has a slightly eerie feel to it, and there are quite a few very creepy scenes in it. However it is a wonderful book about friendship, family, and helping others even under dangerous circumstances. MY FAVORITE BOOK EVER!!!!!!
An adventurous tale told in one of the world's most beautiful citys.
Although the children who are the main characters steal, they only steal enough to survive among the winding pathways and canals of beautiful Italy. Prosper and Bo are to be admired at how they managed to get to Italy all the way from America only having a general idea of what the country looks like from the mother's stories. United under one ruler, what will they do when the Thief Lord's real identity is revealed? I loved reading this book because it reminds of how I use to imagine what it would be like to survive on my own in a big city and whether I'd have the strength to do it or not. That's my wild imagination for you! :)
I love Cornelia Funke. She is an amazing author who possess the wonderful gift of writing. Her imagination inspires me in every way. I loved this book, and if you did then you should watch the movie too, because i thought it was just as wonderful. Take a moment to let Cornelia take you into the magical world of Venice filled with enchantment and adventure.
This book was somewhat slow moving so you had to be pulled in to like it.
The Thief Lord was a book where it seemed that they where telling two stories at once. You really had to experience something like it to have it be your #1 book. It is a book that is a strange mix of reality and fantasy combined. The main plot is about two brothers who run away to Venice and meet four orphan street kids who take tham in as family. As the story goes on secrets are told, promises are made and many other exciting, maybe even sad events take place. Have fun reading!
This is a superb book that took great, suprising turns!
This is a great book that everyone ages 9 and up will love. There is so much going on and it makes you want to stay up all night to finish! I loved how things turned out much differently then most books, like the hero suddenly became a shameful stealer, and the others learn to forgive. A great lesson and book for all!
I love how this author writes. She is descriptive and makes things interesting. Just when you think this book is headed one way, it takes a turn in the opposite direction.
For those who have a problem with the stealing, it's not viewed as okay by everyone in the story, so I don't think it will influence someone to start stealing.
I do believe, though, that this book is too complicated for children younger than 8 or 9. All in all, this book was a real page-turner.
Although slow at times, I beleive that this was a great book. Funke is a brilliant author. If you liked this book, try Inkheart. (which is also by her.)