Read October 19-21, 2025

Rating (4 stars)

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A classically written modern Greek myth

What a wonderful adventure! Although written in modern times, Autolycus the Thief feels right at home beside its ancient cousins. I grew up on the classic Greek myths, they were my bedtime stories, and this story has all the elements one would expect: a young demigod unaware of his parentage, Godly interventions, magical objects, grumpy mentors, animal companions, and an epic quest.

We first meet Autolycus as a boy, then watch him grow into manhood alone on the outskirts of Greek society. After meeting his godly father he sets out on a mission to reclaim his family farm & home. Witnessing his transformation and education in the ways of a thief, a warrior, and, later, a leader felt just like witnessing Hercules’ or Achilles’ early adventures.

Readers of classic literature will feel quite at home within these pages.