Nell Birks wants to do honest work and learn to cast spells after living her entire life as a pickpocket, but when she prevents a wealthy man from being robbed, she is told to break into and steal from the home of a powerful spellcaster named Finlington. This leads her to becoming Finlington's pupil and assistant.

This is such a sweet fantasy novella about friendship. Nell is a very endearing character and I adored the friendship between her and Pip. It is also nice to read about an aromantic lesbian who is unapologetic about wanting sex without romance. The only thing I didn't like about this book is that it is more telling than showing, but that to me is a minor issue and did not make me enjoy this less. I will definitely read more from this author.