'Reading Chokshi's prose is like sinking deeply into the overstuffed arms of a plush, purple velvet sofa. Chokshi's world is lush and her characters distinct and engaging-this first in a new series is as sharp and lustrous as the title suggests. The Gilded Wolves sets up a fantastical great heist with a series of clues and problems the well-developed, diverse group of teens must decipher.

'In this delicious first entry in a new series from a veteran YA author, readers will find sumptuous visuals, deep characters and a maddening eleventh-hour twist.' - BOOKPAGE, Starred Review Kaleidoscopic narration complements the intricate, high-stakes plot and allows Chokshi to showcase numerous aspects of her richly imagined universe all the way to the closing cliff-hanger.' - PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, Starred Review

'Evocative writing, sumptuous set pieces, and vividly sketched, authentically flawed characters distinguish this immersive tale of found family and star-crossed romance. An opulent heist adventure that will leave readers voracious for more.' - KIRKUS, Starred Review 'Leigh Bardugo's Six of Crows and Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code converge in this dazzling new fantasy. However, the elements that perhaps shine the most are the history, riddles, mysteries, and science, woven together in a world brimming with power and magic.' - BOOKLIST, Starred Review Chokshi shines as a master storyteller in her newest novel the setting, world building, plot, and conflict are all staggering. 'Chokshi delivers a thrilling, gritty new fantasy set in an alternate nineteenth century Paris.

A delectably intriguing adventure for all teen shelves.' - SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, Starred Review

'Chokshi has created an inclusive and authentic cast with obvious chemistry and affection for one another and infuses the tale with witty banter and twists. Her lavish descriptions of extravagant dinner parties, furtive meetings and daring escapes wrap you in sumptuous sensory detail.this ingenious take on colonialism and cultural appropriation is wildly inventive and wildly representative.' - The New York Times Book Review **Indie Next Pick for the Winter 2018-2019 Kid' List!**

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