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Never Trust a Thief!

Robert Silverberg

Never Trust a Thief!

Never Trust a Thief!

Robert Silverberg

Science, Science Fiction, Fiction

Never Trust a Thief! is a science fiction short story by Robert Silverberg, written in the late 1950s. The plot follows Kiley, a professional jewel thief, who partners with an alien named Thaklaru, gaining extraordinary powers of hypnosis. The narrative explores themes of betrayal and the dangers of criminal partnerships, highlighting the treacherous nature of accomplices. This story reflects Silverberg's early exploration of human-alien encounters and telepathy in fiction.

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