Thief of Souls (1999) is a gripping supernatural thriller by Neal Shusterman, best known for his Arc of a Scythe series. The novel follows 16-year-old Dillon Cole, a troubled teen with a dark secret—he can steal people’s souls, leaving them empty shells. When he crosses paths with a relentless FBI agent and a mysterious girl who may be his only hope for redemption, Dillon is forced to confront the moral weight of his power. Blending psychological tension, moral dilemmas, and eerie paranormal elements, Shusterman crafts a haunting exploration of guilt, identity, and the cost of unchecked power.
For similar reads, try:
- Unwind (2007) – Shusterman’s dystopian classic about teens fighting for survival.
- The Darkest Part of the Forest (2015) by Holly Black – A dark fairy tale with supernatural stakes.
- I Am Not a Serial Killer (2009) by Dan Wells – A psychological thriller about a teen battling his own monstrous nature.
