The Divinity Thieves // (Pre-order, Jan 26 2027)

Teens compete to become gods in this high-octane YA fantasy for fans ofLightlarkandLore.

Fawn Gallo is a con artist. In a world where the gods and their offspring hold all the power, shes a mere mortal making her way by scamming the wealthy. Ever since the God of Shadow placed a curse on her family, shes known shes destined for a scrappy life and an early death.

Mackie Prince should have the privileges of being a demigod. But her father, the God of Merriment, doesnt acknowledge her, leaving Mackie and her mother to live in poverty.

When the God of Merriment himself announces an Ascension Triala once-a-century competition for demigods to win godhoodFawn and Mackie each see a chance to steal divinity for themselves.

Locked in Merriment Manor with six other hopefuls, Fawn and Mackie are shocked to find each other. Ever since a devastating betrayal shattered their childhood friendship, theyve been sworn enemies. But as the trial proceeds, and the tasks turn dangerous, Mackie and Fawn realize they may have to push their yearslong rivalry aside and rely on each other. . . or risk certain death.

Aislinn Brophy (they/them) is a queer writer and theater artist whose work seeks to explore hard truths about our world with empathy, joy, and magic. They are the Ignyte Award-nominated author of the YA fantasy novelsHow to Succeed in Witchcraft,Spells to Forget Us, andThe Divinity Thieves. They have a degree in Theater, Dance & Media from Harvard University. As an actor, they have appeared on stages all across the East Coast. They currently live in Boston with their spouse and two cats.

• Publisher: G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers
• Publish Date: January 26, 2027
• Pages: 384
• Language: English
• Type: Hardcover
• EAN/UPC: 9798217006243
• Dimensions: 8.3 X 5.5 X 0.0 inches | 1.3 pounds
• BISAC Categories: Teens & YA