This June Holidays, I read the book "Two Good Thieves" by Daniel Finn. In brief, the book is about two thieves, who, as the cover says, are good. They are Demi and Baz. They steal from people for a woman called Fay. Then, they steal a priceless ring from a very important woman, and this results in them being caught up in a conspiracy that risks their lives. I feel that this book is similar to Village by the Sea in a number of ways. Firstly, the theme of contrast between the rich and the poor. Demi and Baz live in a slum called the Barrio, which is a dangerous place to be. You have to be tough to survive. A few train stops ahead, and you will reach the luxury of a sprawling city, with shopping centers and huge mansions. At the end of the book, the entire Barrio gets destroyed, to be changed into a whole new, clean office block. When the son of the police captain pays a visit upon Demi and Baz, there is an instantly noticeable difference between the three people. Two are ragged, scruffy children, while the other is a smart young man, prim and proper.
But, what I am most intrigued by is the corruption and treachery present in the entire city. It is a dog-eat-dog world, where you either be strong and live, or be weak and die. Demi and Baz are prime examples; being so poor that they are forced to turn to stealing to earn their keep. Overall, I feel that this book is great, comparable to Village by the Sea.
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