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Meow or never

2020
"Ophelia von Hairball V, the world's #1 cat burglar, is to make hiss-tory with her latest and greatest heist. She and her inventor sidekick Oscar F. Gold are deep in preparations for the biggest challenge the FFBI (Furry Feline Burglary Institute) has to offer: The M.E.O.W. competition! The fur-and-fin duo show up with the most valuable treasure they can find--and Ophelia's cousin Pierre von Rascal beats them to the punch with a priceless painting that puts their loot to shame. But Ophelia is certain the expensive artwork is an elaborate fake!"--Back cover.

The Court of Miracles

2021
"In the violent urban jungle of an alternate 1828 Paris, the French Revolution has failed and the city is divided between merciless royalty and nine underworld criminal guilds, known as the Court of Miracles. Eponine (Nina) Th?nardier is a talented cat burglar and member of the Thieves Guild. Nina's life is midnight robberies, avoiding her father's fists, and watching over her na?ve adopted sister, Cosette (Ettie). When Ettie attracts the eye of the Tiger--the ruthless lord of the Guild of Flesh--Nina is caught in a desperate race to keep the younger girl safe. Her vow takes her from the city's dark underbelly to the glittering court of Louis XVII. And it also forces Nina to make a terrible choice--protect Ettie and set off a brutal war between the guilds, or forever lose her sister to the Tiger"--Amazon.

One last job

"In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Michael convinces his grandfather, a retired cat burglar, to help him steal back a valuable necklace"--Provided by publisher.

The fast and the furriest

2020
"Ophelia von Hairball V of Burglaria, international kitty of mystery, is always fishing for a new mission im-paws-ible. When a thief steals a dangerous artifact from its vault, the Furry Feline Burglary Institute (FFBI) puts Ophelia in charge of stealing it back. But when the cat's away, the dogs will play. The Central Canine Intelligence Agency (CCIA) is hot on her tail--and they want the artifact for themselves! Ophelia will need some dashing disguises, great gadgets, and even a robo-dog to save the world in style!"--Back cover.

Home alone 2

lost in New York
2019
"When young Kevin is separated from his family at the airport, he ends up alone in New York City for the holidays. Kevin has the time of his life until he makes a shocking discovery: the burglars who tried to rob his house last year are back! Can Kevin stop them and save Christmas with the help of some new friends?"--Dust jacket.

The Court of Miracles

"In the violent urban jungle of an alternate 1828 Paris, the French Revolution has failed and the city is divided between merciless royalty and nine underworld criminal guilds, known as the Court of Miracles. Eponine (Nina) Th?nardier is a talented cat burglar and member of the Thieves Guild. Nina's life is midnight robberies, avoiding her father's fists, and watching over her na?ve adopted sister, Cosette (Ettie). When Ettie attracts the eye of the Tiger--the ruthless lord of the Guild of Flesh--Nina is caught in a desperate race to keep the younger girl safe. Her vow takes her from the city's dark underbelly to the glittering court of Louis XVII. And it also forces Nina to make a terrible choice--protect Ettie and set off a brutal war between the guilds, or forever lose her sister to the Tiger"--Amazon.

What happened at midnight

Frank and Joe Hardy become involved in a large and dangerous conspiracy while trying to keep the valuable invention created by one of their father's clients from falling into the hands of thieves.

Wanted!

Ralfy Rabbit, book burglar
2016
Some rabbits dream about lettuces and carrots, others dream of flowering meadows and juicy dandelions, but Ralfy dreams only of books. In fact, he doesn't just dream about them, he wants to read them all the time. Soon his obsession sends him spiralling into a life of crime!.

Winter's tale

1995
A chronicle of episodes covering more than 100 years. These events culminate in the year 2000 when New York becomes the golden city people have always wanted it to be.
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Middle school mayhem

2017
"Max ... faces off with the burglars out to steal from South Ridge Middle School!"--OCLC.

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