Kester Grant, una scrittrice britannica-mauriciana di colore, crea narrazioni eclettiche come il suo background, che ha spaziato nel Regno Unito, nella Repubblica Democratica del Congo e nella nazione insulare di Mauritius. Il suo lavoro si addentra in regni fantasiosi, offrendo una prospettiva distintiva sui temi dell'appartenenza e dello sradicamento. Con una voce unica e un debole per il fantastico, Grant invita i lettori in storie che esplorano le complessità della connessione umana.
In the violent urban jungle of an alternate 1828 Paris, the French Revolution has failed and the city is divided between merciless royalty and nine underworld criminal guilds. Nina Thénardier is a talented cat burglar and member of the Thieves Guild. Nina's life is midnight robberies, avoiding her father's fists, and watching over her naive adopted sister Ettie. When Ettie attracts the eye of the Tiger Nina is caught in a desperate race to keep the younger girl safe
Inspired by the classic Les Misérables, this bestselling adventure unfolds with thrilling escapades and richly developed characters. The narrative delves into themes of redemption, resilience, and the struggle against societal injustices, offering a fresh perspective on familiar tales. As the story progresses, readers are drawn into a world of courage and sacrifice, where the bonds of friendship and the quest for freedom take center stage. This continuation promises to captivate both fans of the original and new readers alike.