The Thief on the Winged Horse

by Kate Mascarenhas
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Good Books rating 4.42
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  • ID: 3047
  • Added: 2025-10-16
  • Updated: 2025-10-16
  • ISBN: 9781789543803
  • Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
  • Published: 2020-11-12
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

The Kendrick family has been renowned for crafting extraordinary dolls for over two centuries, each imbued with powerful emotions that can evoke profound feelings in those who touch them. Persephone Kendrick yearns to master the family's magical craft, but tradition dictates that only men can learn the secrets of the workshop. When a mysterious stranger arrives claiming a connection to the family and possessing doll-making skills, Persephone sees an opportunity to challenge the status quo. However, the theft of the firm's most valuable doll plunges the family into a mystery, with the suspicion falling on a Kendrick, as only someone with magical knowledge could have committed the crime. This enchanting story weaves together elements of magic, romance, and crime, set against a backdrop of gender inequality and family secrets. It explores themes of tradition, power, and identity, creating a spellbinding narrative that delves into the complexities of human emotions and the hidden world of enchantment.

Reviews
Jos Book Blog · 2021-07-12
engaging 4.00

The novel successfully blends crime and fantasy, making it an enjoyable read that the reviewer wishes they had discovered earlier.

The reviewer expressed regret for not reading 'The Thief on the Winged Horse' sooner, as they thoroughly enjoyed the novel. They highlighted the successful blending of crime and fantasy elements, which made the story engaging and unique. The reviewer appreciated the intricate plot and the way the author managed to combine different genres seamlessly. This blend of genres added depth to the narrative and kept the reviewer hooked until the very end.

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    It's one that I'm now kicking myself for having left it unread for so long as I thoroughly enjoyed this novel.

    Which successfully blends crime and fantasy.

    I was captivated by the intricate plot and the way the author managed to combine different genres seamlessly.

Kelly Lacey · Kelly Lacey · 2020-12-28
captivating 4.75

The book was initially hesitated upon but ultimately became the reviewer's favorite of the year due to its captivating story and imaginative world.

Kelly Lacey initially hesitated to read 'The Thief on the Winged Horse' but was pleasantly surprised by how much they enjoyed it. The story's captivating narrative and the author's imaginative world-building made it stand out. Lacey found the book to be their OMG read of 2020, highlighting how the story's unique blend of elements kept them thoroughly engaged. The reviewer appreciated the depth of the characters and the way the plot unfolded, making it a memorable reading experience.

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    The Thief on the Winged Horse was to be my OMG book of 2020.

    I was hesitant about it without cause or reason and I put off reading it.

    I thought it was brilliant, and I couldn't put it down.

Bookbound Blog · 2020-11-19
enchanting 4.50

The book is praised for its unique blend of realism and magic, making it a compelling and enjoyable read. The reviewer was captivated by the story and found it hard to put down.

The reviewer found 'The Thief on the Winged Horse' to be a truly unique and captivating read. They were particularly impressed by how seamlessly the author wove together elements of realism and magic, creating a believable and enchanting world. The story's ability to keep them engaged and eager to find out what happens next is a testament to its gripping narrative. The reviewer also appreciated the beauty of the book and the pleasure it brought them to support its journey into the literary world.

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    The Thief on the Winged Horse is truly unique.

    It is a beauty of a book and it has been my absolute pleasure to support it's journey into the ...

    A gripping story which cleverly weaves realism and magic in a believable way.

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