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The Story Begins…

A Note from the Author

The Thief is a story that’s been years in the making. I first began writing it in 2017—it started one way, but, as stories often do, it grew into something entirely its own. The characters came alive, took the wheel, and led me somewhere unexpected. What emerged is an immersive, romantic thriller that I’m thrilled to finally share with you.

But The Thief isn’t just a book—it’s an experience. This story unfolds as an interactive web-based novel, blending visual storytelling with traditional narrative. When you purchase access, you’ll unlock chapters one by one as they’re released, joining readers around the world as the plot twists, deepens, and surprises.

If you prefer the feel of a real book in your hands, a physical edition is available for preorder. You can choose to wait until your copy ships (after the final chapter’s release) or read along online and save the print edition for your bookshelf—or your nightstand.

And no long waits here—Book Two launches just one week after the final chapter of Book One!

Join the conversation on X (@GilliRoth), where readers chat, speculate, and swoon together. Share your theories, tag your friends, and spread the romance.

I truly hope you enjoy The Thief. It was written with heart—and I can’t wait for you to experience it.