To Catch a Thief

Name: To Catch a Thief
Price: 2.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (833 reviews)
Author: David Dodge

by David Dodge

Mystery Thriller Historical Fiction

4.5 (833)

4.5 stars from 833 reviews. Top 92% of Mystery Thriller books we track.

248 pages~4.1 hr readPublished by White Lion Publishers LtdPublished 1952-01-01

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Last checked: May 14, 2026

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Perfect for you if...

You enjoy clever heists where the protagonist outsmarts both criminals and law enforcement
You appreciate mid-century mysteries with sophisticated European settings and morally grey characters
You want a page-turner that's actually substantial: tight plotting, real stakes, no filler

Maybe not for you if...

You need heavy emotional investment or character development; this is plot-driven and lean
You prefer modern-day thrillers with technology and forensics at the centre
You want a cosy mystery or a whodunit where the reader can piece together clues

About this book

John Robie, known as "Le Chat," is a legendary jewel thief famous for his ability to steal without getting caught. Now retired, he tends his rose garden in the South of France, seeking a quiet life. When a series of robberies bearing the hallmarks of "Le Chat's" work occurs, the police begin investigating Robie's past. To avoid arrest and prove his innocence, Robie must identify and catch the actual thief responsible for the crimes. With assistance from a mysterious young woman, he works to clear his name before the authorities close in on him. This novel inspired the Academy Award-winning film directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

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$0.99 – $9.99

Currently on sale at $2.99 — 70% off peak. Price has dropped 31 times over the last 5 years. Goes on sale roughly every 58 days. Typically stays discounted for 3 days.

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Currently around #118K in the Kindle store — a niche title. Climbing the charts — 58% improvement recently.

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Currently 4.5★ from 833 reviews

Gaining approximately 13 new reviews per month. Rating has remained stable at 4.5 over the tracking period.

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