King of Thieves

by Kevin Casebier

Overview

An ambitious young tailor, Christian Kasebier, flees his father's business in search of a better life. As his dramatic journey unfolds, he becomes the King of Thieves, aka Prussian Robin Hood, the cunning leader of a band of highwaymen. His rise to power, fame and fortune eventually comes to an end when he's sentenced to life in prison, however, after a remarkable turn of events he is freed but at a cost. Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, is embroiled in a war with Austria and needs the resourceful master thief to infiltrate the besieged city of Prague before Austrian support troops arrive. The King offers the legendary master of disguise a full pardon in exchange for spying on the Austrians but Christian soon discovers his King has no interest in keeping his word. What ensues is a battle of wits and survival in Kevin Casebier's debut novel.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781737771623
Publisher:	Vinings House Press
Publication date:	11/12/2021
Pages:	326
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.73(d)

About the Author

Kevin Casebier, author of King of Thieves, is a film producer, Honorary Consul and amateur historian born with a case of wanderlust. The only thing he likes as much as an adventure is a good story about one. He is a direct descendent of the Kasebier family featured in the book. The fascinating story of Christian Kasebier was discovered through years of family genealogical research. Kevin has traveled extensively throughout Europe, learning about its history, and walking the paths of the characters. He lives and works out of his home in Atlanta, Georgia and Seagrove Beach, Florida with his wife Stacy and their Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.

Editorial Reviews

"The description of 18th century Prussia brings a "you are there" immediacy. Well told, using historical and family research"

Award-winning author - Lora Mirza

"1700s Bohemia comes to life in a manner that keeps readers both engaged and educated by a story that follows one notable man's choices and struggles. Historical fiction collections should consider King of Thieves a notable acquisition for its vivid re-creation of the times"

MidWest Book Review - Diane Donovan