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 So I wasn't going to read this book when I initially found out about it. I don't like 'companion' books. Especially when it's been a few months since I've read the predecessor. And in Thief's Cunning's case, I didn't really enjoy the first one all that much. But I'm a sucker for finishing things I start (most of the time) and I added it anyway. And let me tell you, I'm kind of glad that I did. 
 Don't get me wrong Thief's Cunning still had its issues. While in Assassin's Heart Lea's biggest problem was all her guilt, Thief's Cunning had Allegra and she had two problems. The first is that she wants to be free. Apparently in the life that she currently lives she feels trapped. And I really don't blame her for that notion. Lea and her extended family keep her pretty much housebound except for the odd job. Of course, it took me a while to figure out why - it's been over a year since I read Assassin's Heart - and when I did I had a head slapping moment. Duh.