The Innovator — William Emmett

This is a fun book about the lead character (Jack Green). He is technically competent in electrical gadgets and uses his knowledge to steal from the rich. Eventually his exploits become noticed by both the police and the underworld and after a close call from both groups he decides he must escape and begin a legitimate life. But he has the desire for excitement and creativity so what should he do without attracting the searching eyes of the many who are after him?