Book excerpt: A teen adventure novel.Summary: Lia has blood on her hands. Born into a band of thieves, she followed her instincts, committing murder, and becoming the first Thief Princess. Then, one fateful morning, she and her band decide to embark on a pillage that marks the end of everything Lia has ever known. During this adventure, Lia finds out hidden secrets about her past, struggles with a heart that she can no longer control, and learns that her dreams may be further away than she imagined...