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    To Steal A Prince's Heart
    To Steal A Prince's Heart
    To Steal A Prince's Heart
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    To Steal A Prince's Heart

    By Cassidy K. O'Connor

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    No self-respecting girl starts out wanting to be a thief but that’s what happens when war takes the King and all able bodied men off to war. Robin Hood and her merry band of women steal to feed their village, she never expected the Prince to steal her heart. When her true identity is revealed will the Prince stand by her or will she be forced to rescue herself?

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCassidy K. O'Connor
    Release dateSep 27, 2016
    ISBN9781386082422
    To Steal A Prince's Heart
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    Cassidy K. O'Connor

    Cassidy K O'Connor is a born and raised Floridian who loves to travel but never forgets where her roots are. She married her high school sweetheart, they have 3 kids and a crazy dog. Travelling and reading are her two favorite hobbies. Cassidy loves all things Ireland and has been lucky enough to visit twice. Her first book 'The Evolution of Sam' was published August of 2014 and she has plans for many more.

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      To Steal A Prince's Heart - Cassidy K. O'Connor

      Prequel

      Father, why must you go? There are plenty of young men in the village who can serve, I plead with him as I squeeze his hand with my trembling ones.

      My dearest Robin, you know Prince John has ordered all able bodied men over the age of sixteen to go. Refusing his command is akin to signing my own death warrant. His large, warm hand cups my cheek, his thumb rubbing the tears away.

      And fighting in the Crusades with King Richard isn’t? If all the men leave, who will protect us? Surely Prince John can be persuaded to leave a few of you behind? We can’t lose every man in the village!

      Mother wraps her arm around my shoulders, trying to comfort me. We are strong, capable women. I have no doubt we’ll be safe while they are gone.

      How can you be so calm about this? It isn’t fair! Just because we are a lower class we should have to sacrifice everyone we love? What about the king’s son, Prince Marion? He is sixteen now, does he have to go and serve as well?

      You know good and well the king’s heir can’t be put into harm’s way. It’s my duty to my king and country to go. I promise to be safe and return as fast as possible. Father pulls his bow and quiver off and hands them to me. I know I promised to show you how to use these one day but alas, time has run out. Fear not, I was taught by one of the greatest archers in the land, Friar Tuck. I’ve written to him and asked he come here and watch out for you all. He’s agreed to teach you how to use this so you can hunt and protect yourself. He’s a good man who will do right by this village. His large arms swallow me into a tight hug. I miss him already.

      You are a beautiful young lady. When I return I’m afraid I won’t recognize the woman you will become. Take care of each other and be safe.

      He walks out the door and I can’t contain my emotions any longer. Mother holds out her arms as I collapse against her. It’s all right, my love. Your father is the strongest man I know, he’ll return to us soon.

      Chapter One

      One Year Later

      When your father finds out I’m helping you with this crazy scheme, he’ll never forgive me. Friar Tuck rubs his sweaty brow again.

      You know as well as I do we can’t keep going like this. Children are starving and Sheriff Nottingham continues to raise our taxes. I don’t know how much longer we can hold out. My father’s bow firmly gripped in my hand gives me confidence that we will succeed. You fulfilled your promise to my father, you taught me how to use this. If you want to stop giving us aide from this point on, we wouldn’t blame you.

      I look to the other girls around me, everyone nodding in agreement. I feel their strength and resolve and know we are making the right decision.

      Robin, you know I will help you all till there is no breath left in my body. I joined the clergy because I was tired of being a soldier, always the one causing harm. Prince John has gone too far and I will stand by you all and protect this village till your fathers, brothers, and husbands return.

      Then it is settled, tonight we’ll don our disguises and see what treasures we can relieve the gentry of. Everyone knows their part and what to do if you are captured?

      Scarlet stands as she pulls her hood up to cover her head. I am Will Scarlet, no one can capture me. My speed and agility will be too great for them, her gravelly, fake voice sounds perfect. I’m not so sure about Joan, though; if she doesn’t stop tugging on her bindings everyone will hear us coming.

      It’s not my fault your breasts are tiny. You try binding these watermelons and see how comfortable you are. And it’s Little John not Joan, remember? With another big yank, she let’s out a growl of frustration.

      I can’t help sympathizing with my best friend, we have both always been rather large chested. Normally this is a good thing, not very useful when you are trying to look like a guy though. Unfortunately for her, she looks the most believable in her costume. By the age of fifteen, she reached almost six feet tall and was stronger than most of the men in our village, thus the irony of choosing to call herself Little John.

      My mother hands me something hairy, Your face is too soft, anyone can tell you are a beautiful girl. I want you to wear this anytime you are in costume.

      Ugh, what is it? I hold the gross object away from me.

      It’s hair from the goats, I made you a beard and mustache. Don’t look so grossed out, a few of the girls got them from their mothers, too, so you won’t be alone. I shudder at the idea of sticking this to my face. She grabs my shoulder and squeezes. Please, Robin, what you are doing is dangerous and could have deadly consequences. Please promise me you will wear this and protect your identity at all times! Her voice rises an octave higher with each word.

      I promise. Now let’s go have dinner, Robin and her merry band of men need their strength for the night ahead.

      Chapter Two

      Remember ladies, er, gentlemen, as soon as the job is done, you scatter to the rendezvous point then we’ll head home together as heroes. Any last words, fearless leader? Will Scarlet looks to me as she jumps down from the rock she was standing on to address the group.

      I jump up and look out to a sea of scared but determined faces. "If anything should happen to any of us, know that I am proud of what we have accomplished so far. We were a scared bunch of girls on the brink of starvation. We

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