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“If it’s any consolation,” she said, her voice wistful, “I wish your way was fruitful. However, it's a naive fantasy. Strength recognizes strength. If one wishes to contend with predators, they mustn’t wield philosophy or love. Those mean nothing to them. The only thing they care about, the only thing which can keep them in check is power. Of course, not everybody is suited for the role. It requires a mindset which I suspect is foreign to the common man. Luckily, as you stated, I’m anything but common. I’m…well, I suppose you could say I’m a predator with distinct tastes.”
Cassidy Cain

The Grandmaster of Theft series is a Criminal Procedural that follows the life & adventures of Cassidy Cain, the titular lady thief who targets white collar criminals, con artists, and the like to assist their victims or expose their transgression. One of Cass’ jobs finds her contending with a criminal mastermind far beyond her usual escapades. The end result of this conflict compels Cassidy to make them pay for what they've done.

To do so, she expands her own operations to form The Grandmaster Gang. She has the crew take on various jobs, partially to assist the various victims out there who cannot depend on the law and partially to strengthen and prepare her organization. Of course, cultivating a true team isn’t easy when there is pressure from both sides of the law, not to mention within the crew itself.

The first story, The Confessions of Cassidy Cain, can be read here.


This series wouldn't deserve to be called The Grandmaster of Theft if it didn't contain the following tropes:

  • Calling Card: As featured in the cover image, Cassidy uses a fox face and tail for one as The Grandmaster of Theft.
  • Just Like Robin Hood: How Cassidy and her crew operate as The Grandmaster of Theft.
  • Master of Disguise: Cassidy utilizes multiple disguises throughout, to the point her first appearance has her wearing a disguise.

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