349 pages
Published Dec. 6, 2003 by Scholastic.
349 pages
Published Dec. 6, 2003 by Scholastic.
Two brothers, having run away from the aunt who plans to adopt the younger one, are sought by a detective hired by their aunt, but they have found shelter with--and protection from--Venice's "Thief Lord." Welcome to the magical world of Venice, Italy, where hidden canals and crumbling rooftops shelter runaways and children with incredible secrets.