This was a fun and entertaining read! Nothing too deep and a little predictable but a quick and enjoyable story that left me excited for the sequel.

I honestly don't know what happened in this book. I kept zoning out because some parts were interesting to me and some were either too boring or too complicated for me to focus. Maybe it's the fact that the story is incredibly fast-paced at times and slower in the beginning or that this isn't my go-to genre, but I was very lost. The ending shocked me. I hadn't seen it coming and I do think that was a cool way to end the first book of a series. I might go back and reread or pick up the next books in the series when I think I can really concentrate.

I love books with heists. I really enjoyed the quests through various parts of the world.
And the dynamics between some characters is really good too.
Looking forward to read the 2nd book and see how this ends

While a really exciting premise, I felt like the pacing was all over the place in between actual heists/thieving events, I was often bored and anxious to skip forward to the next one. I also had trouble really connecting with any of the characters.

The actual heists and thievery parts were fun and cool and exciting!

WOW!! I will be starting the next book immediately! I loved The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. I knew I had to read this when I saw that it was being compared to it. It did not disappoint! I would love to see this made into a movie or tv mini series. The ways that they figure out how to steal some major pieces are just incredible. Each of these kids is a mastermind. However, the MC also has heart and is so endearing. I hope you all enjoy the race against the clock in this fun YA thriller!!

I had a hard time getting into this at the start it felt a little slow but it kept me interested for the most part. The pacing felt a bit off slow in the middle and a bit rushed in the end but worth the read.

I love heist novels, and this is a fun one! Ross Quest ends up in the Thieves' Gambit, a competition of daring heists. Ross can't trust anyone, but sometimes alliances need to be made to get the job done. The contestants soon find themselves split into two teams working together to get to the next challenge. This YA novel has something for everyone - daring escapes, romance, humor. I'm looking forward to reading the sequel!

Thieves' Gambit is a fast paced page turner, perfect for fans of The Heist Society.

Never a dull moment as high-stakes, twisted surprises, and secrets rush in from every side.

Ross is a master thief, one of the best of the best, and she's only seventeen. But that's not a surprise considering she comes from a line of well-known thieves and has known nothing else her entire life as her mother incorporates her into every job as long as Ross can remember. It's a fine life except that Ross has absolutely no friends. Trust isn't something anyone in the family can afford. Still, Ross has dreams at being normal...at least, a bit...and wants to attend college or something. Not that her mom will listen. When a weird email invites her to the Thieves Gambit, Ross' aunt makes it clear that this isn't a 'good' contest of thieves, and Ross listens. That is, until her mother is kidnapped and she has no choice but to enter a very dangerous game.

Anyone who enjoys high-tension tales such as Ocean's Eleven is in for a treat with this read. It's an edge-of-your-seat type of read and can be read in one go if time allows. It's very hard to put down and packs all sorts of action, dangerous situations, secrets, and more. So, action and mystery fans can find tons to enjoy in these pages.

And there's heart as well as character development. Ross is understandably ready to see more of the world and life, although she does adore her family. Her dedication and love is inspiring and wholesome as are the relationships in the family...not that they're perfect, and that makes it more enjoyable. Ross also has trust issues, which is more than understandable, and it's this aspect which creates a well-formed arc to connect with her, root for her, hurt with her, and cheer with her until the end. There's also romance, but this was a could-leave-or-take one and doesn't carry the story. It does add an extra twist and works well in the character arc, but Ross already has her hands more than full with everything else. I'm curious to see which direction this aspect takes in the rest of the series.

The author also manages to pack in more than a few very unexpected surprises, and this was a nice treat. Especially the end adds a stab to the gut out of the dark, which rings in expectations on the next book. Luckily, it's about to hit the market, too.

I loved this high stakes, fast moving adventure. Ross is so fun and so sad. I wish that her mother didn't poison her mind like that growing up and makes me wonder how her Gambit went....I'm a little nervous/excited to see how this 1 year long "partnership" will go with all the hurt feelings and backstabbing on everyone's part.

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC and can't wait for the next installment.

Rosalyn is part of a notorious family of thieves. No heist is too big for the legendary Quests. Ross is ready to take a break and have a life with real friends though. When her mom gets kidnapped on the heist she was plotting to use as her escape, suddenly all her plans change. Ross is thrust into the Thieves’ Gambit in an effort to win the final prize and her mom’s freedom. In some ways she is going to get what she was seeking—being forced to work with peers and learn who is friend and who is foe, especially after running into an old rival. The romance is teased, but is negligible to the point of the story for the first part of this duet. The intrigue of the challenges presented to the players is the real highlight here. The tension those setups create all culminate in a a cliffhanger that was both predictable and also not, leaving me eager to dive into book two.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This book was an exciting thrill ride from the start. 17 year old Ross Quest has been molded from very young in the family business. She is a master thief but wants to enjoy the life of a normal 17year old kid. After Ross’s mother is captured She must take part in the Thieves Gambit in order to get money to free her mother. I absolutely loved the characters and the pacing of the story. With action on almost every page as a reader you can’t help but read it in one seating.

Ross Quest was just trying to get a glimpse of normalcy. She wanted to join a summer program. She wanted to make friends. She never would have predicated that her attempted escape would lead to her mother's capture. With her mother kidnapped, Ross will do anything to get her back. Even participate in the Thieves' Gambit.

This book was incredible! The plot twist was insane. From the very beginning, it seemed easy to guess what would happen. That was DEFINITELY not the case. Every word was so well written.

I would like to thank @netgalley, @PenguinTeen, and @kayvionclewis for the opportunity to read this book!

Seventeen-year-old Ross Quest is a master thief, longing to leave the family business and have a normal life. But when her escape plans fall apart, leaving her mother in danger, she enters the Thieves’ Gambit, a heist competition where the winner gets one wish—which could save her mom. Her family motto is to trust no one, but she’ll have to make alliances if she’s to have any chance of winning…

This was a fast-paced YA heist novel, full of competitive characters that kept me guessing who to trust. I was glad to see some genuine alliances as well as rivalries. The heists were clever and interesting, and the shifting alliances added several twists.

Ross and Devroe’s banter was light and flirty, but the moments of vulnerability hooked me into their relationship. Her hangups about trust were believable based on her isolated upbringing, reinforced by her check-ins with her family during the heists.

While I predicted a few twists and betrayals, I didn’t see the final dark reveals coming.

I binged this in a day and can’t wait to read my ARC of book two!

Thanks to NetGalley and Penguin Teen for the ARC.

This book started out as 2 stars. I was a little bored in the beginning, but as it progressed it got more interesting. I liked the character development between Ross and Noelia. I was not expecting all the plot twists that happened at the end and it broke my heart for Ross. What she discovered at the end would shatter my world as it does for her. I’m excited how the story progresses in the next book. The romance was good enemies to lovers to enemies. Overall I think it would be a 3.5 for me.

Thank you to NetGalley, Kayvion Lewis, and Penguin Group for providing the ebook. Thieves Gambit is an exhilarating, action-packed thriller that immediately draws you in with its high stakes and intense world-building. With clear Hunger Games vibes, the story takes readers on a wild ride, full of twists, tension, and unexpected turns. The fast-paced plot keeps you on the edge of your seat, while the complex characters and high drama add layers to the adventure. I couldn't put it down! The world Kayvion Lewis has created is rich and immersive, and I’m eagerly anticipating the next installment. If you love a thrilling, heart-racing adventure, this one is definitely worth the read!

I really enjoyed this book! It was a captivating read that held my attention from start to finish. The story was well-paced, and the characters felt real and engaging. I’m grateful to the publisher for providing an early copy—it was a pleasure to read!

Thieves' Gambit started off strong but quickly lost its momentum for me. The fast-paced nature of the story felt like a series of events more than a fully realized narrative, resulting in my lack of any emotional connection to the characters. The plot was predictable and the stakes disappointingly low, making it hard to stay invested in the heists, which often felt staged and uneventful.

While some characters had potential, they mostly came off as one-dimensional, with the Ross' supposed expertise in thievery overshadowed by moments of incompetence. The pacing varies suuuper dramatically; some sections dragged on, and I skimmed unapologetically. Though it likely resonate with younger audiences, other older readers might find it lacking in the complexity and excitement typical of a good thriller. Overall, Thieves' Gambit was a missed opportunity to create a gripping heist story.

Thank you to Kayvion Lewis, Penguin Group, and NetGalley for an arc of Thieves' Gambit!

I absolutely could NOT stop reading this book! I finished it in just over a day. A mix of Inheritance Games and Ocean's 11, I was roped in from the first chapter.

I enjoyed the diversity of the characters and the fact that the thieves competing in the gambit came from all over the world.

I loved Ross's back story and truly felt for her. The competition was obviously so tough because it was a great opportunity to make friends, but her instincts were telling her to not trust anyone. I liked how we saw her character arc go from apprehensive to working with the others as a team.

The twists at the end of the book had me on the edge of my seat and led me to dive right into the next book. Not sure if this is going to just be a duet or a triology, but I could read about the antics of these characters all day!

5 Stars!

It was a cute, YA heist book. i enjoyed it for what it was and I think it fits a good niche. I am excited to read book two and continue the story.

SPOILERS. This was really good… I have a note in my calendar to nab the next one in the series when it comes out. I hate to compare books, but I somehow read two heist books back to back, soooo… I guess it’s happening.
This one was better written than Heiress Takes All, but I want to read the sequel to that one, so the author did something right!
The book description likens TG to a mash up with Oceans Eleven. I don’t agree. Heiress Takes All had a more Oceans Eleven feel with a crew of people with individual talents coming together to pull off a heist. This one had a more Hunger Games feel with all the people involved being against each other for one prize (although there was some working together in the end). That being said, I do feel like the author is setting up book 2 to be more collaborative, with many of the competitors ending up liking each other by the end of the book. Anyway, plenty of drama at the end of the book is setting up the next one to be an awesome ride.
Basically, great book, kept me hooked.