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Mark of the Thief by Jennifer A. Nielsen

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pandacat42's review against another edition

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4.0

Percy Jackson meets The False Prince.

aaron_j136's review against another edition

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3.0

3.5 stars

everthereader's review against another edition

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4.0

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Rating:3.95
This was such a fun historical fantasy! I love the setting as well as the magic incorporated into Julius Caesar. This definitely had a bit of a Percy Jackson vibe. I've been wanting to read some more middle grade historical fantasy and this is a great one.

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adventurous emotional funny tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes

4.75

katiemayveil's review against another edition

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3.0

This book had a slow start for me. I've always been intrigued by Roman history though so I kept reading. The main character is a teenage boy who only knows the mines he worked in as a slave. Through a series of events, that are a mix of his own doing and the results of others, he learns more about his families history and discovers that he is more than just a runaway slave. Jennifer Nielsen is a compelling author, because once I committed myself to finishing I got through it quite quickly. I am ready to start the 2nd one and see where Nic ends up.

morganvermillion's review against another edition

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3.0

This was recommended to me by a sixth grade class, and I think anyone who enjoys middle grade fantasy will enjoy this book. I am just not really one of those people.