{"product_id":"the-huntress-of-thornbeck-forest-9780718026240","title":"The Huntress of Thornbeck Forest","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Robin Hood reimagining, a beautiful maiden poaches to feed the poor, while a handsome forester is on a mission to catch her.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe margrave owns the finest hunting grounds for miles around--and who teaches children to read, but by night this young beauty has become the secret lifeline to the poorest of the poor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Jorgen Hartman, the margrave's forester, tracking down a poacher is a duty he is all too willing to perform. Jorgen inherited his post from the man who raised him . . . a man who was murdered at the hands of a poacher.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Jorgen and Odette meet at the Midsummer festival and share a connection during a dance, neither has any idea that they are already adversaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe one man she wants is bound by duty to capture her; the one woman he loves is his cunning target . . . What becomes of a forester who protects a notorious poacher? What becomes of a poacher when she is finally discovered?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author Melanie Dickerson, \u003cem\u003eThe Huntress of Thornbeck Forest\u003c\/em\u003e is a story of danger and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eThe Huntress of Thornbeck Forest\u003c\/em\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eThe Huntress of Thornbeck Forest \u003c\/em\u003ereminds me of why adults should read fairy tales. Author Melanie Dickerson shoots straight to the heart with a cast of compelling characters, an enchanting story world, and romance and suspense in spades. Reaching \u003cem\u003eThe End\u003c\/em\u003e was regrettable--but oh, what an ending!\" --Laura Frantz, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Lacemaker\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Melanie Dickerson does it again! Full of danger, intrigue, and romance, this beautifully crafted story will transport you to another place and time.\" --Sarah E. Ladd, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Governess of Penwythe Hall\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Melanie Dickerson's \u003cem\u003eThe Huntress of Thornbeck Forest\u003c\/em\u003e is a lovely, romantic read set during one of the most fascinating time periods. Featuring a feisty, big-hearted heroine and a hero to root for, this sweet medieval tale is wrapped in a beautiful journey of faith that had me flipping pages well after my bedtime. Delightful!\" --Tamara Leigh, \u003cem\u003eUSA TODAY\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eBaron of Godsmere\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Melanie Dickerson weaves a tantalizing Robin Hood plot in a medieval setting in \u003cem\u003eThe Huntress of Thornbeck Forest\u003c\/em\u003e. She pits a brave heroine with unique talents against a strong, gentle hero whose occupation makes it dangerous to know him. Add the moral dilemma and this tale makes a compelling read for any age.\" --Ruth Axtell, author of \u003cem\u003eShe Shall Be Praised\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Rogue's Redemption\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"For stories laden with relatable heroines, romantically adventurous plots, once-upon-a-time settings, and engaging writing, Melanie Dickerson is your go-to author. Her books are on my never-to-be-missed list.\" --Kim Vogel Sawyer, author of \u003cem\u003eWhen Mercy Rains\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMelanie Dickerson is the author of \u003cem\u003eThe Healer's Apprentice\u003c\/em\u003e, a Christy Award finalist and winner of the National Reader's Choice Award for Best First Book. Melanie earned a bachelor's degree in special education from the University of Alabama and has been a teacher and a missionary. She lives with her husband and two daughters in Huntsville, Alabama.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Thomas Nelson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50625542914322,"sku":"9780718026240","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_7cd97c88-3d48-4db3-a089-5bd9dbfd8d2b.jpg?v=1732631716","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-huntress-of-thornbeck-forest-9780718026240","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}