The Thief of Always
Published in 1992, The Thief of Always is a horror novel by Clive Barker. Key subjects include allegories.
Open Library readers give it an average of 4.5 out of 5 from 12 ratings, and 129 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 23 editions across 3 languages.
At about 239 pages, most readers finish it in 4–5 hours.
About The Thief of Always
After a mysterious stranger promises to end his boredom with a trip to the magical Holiday House, ten-year-old Harvey learns that his fun has a high price.
Quick answers
Who wrote The Thief of Always?
The Thief of Always was written by Clive Barker and first published in 1992.
What genre is The Thief of Always?
It is usually shelved as Horror.
How long is The Thief of Always?
The median edition has 239 pages, about 4–5 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to The Thief of Always?
Readers who like it often enjoy Coraline, City of Bones and Thinner.
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