Lies of Locke Lamora - Prologue - Interlude (Locke Explains)

[Kristina]

Here is where we can discuss The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch prologue through the first interlude titled "Locke Explains".
DO NOT post any spoilers from further along in the book, this is just for the prologue through the first interlude titles "Locke Explains".

[Nikki]

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[Becky]

I loved this book and can't wait to see what everyone else thinks of it :)

[Amy]

I already had the audiobook, and had just bought the kindle edition yesterday for 5.99, but they just refunded me. Thanks for the update.

[Amy]

So far I am enjoying this book. I especially liked the relationship, as short as it was, between Locke and the Thief Maker. I enjoyed the Thief Maker's exasperation with Locke as he retells the frustrating events to Chains. I am parent of four kids, one of which had a seemingly effortless ability to get himself into trouble that the other children did not. Although my son's "trouble" was more innocent, and not the natural ability to pick pockets and scam peoples valuables, I could feel and understand Thief makers frustration and it made me laugh.
Although he's a born scam artist and trouble maker, and growing up in a less than ideal situation, I liked how Locke still retaines some innocence of a six year old child. He realizes and is genuinely shocked and surprised to find that Chain's portrayal of a blind monk was in itself a scam.

[Amy]

Still enjoy Locke reminiscing about his childhood and the time he spends with Chains. The scene when Locke first meets Nazca Barsavi was especially enjoyable. Locke trying to be noble and Nazca being a typical child, although privileged and a bit spoiled learns a tough lesson.
The only problem I have with this book so far is the I tend to lose focus and interest with the Don and Dona Salvara scam.

[Becky]

Yeah, the Salvara scam does become somewhat tedious at times, but don't worry about it too much, things will be shaken up a bit before too long :)