Will in Scarlet
Will in Scarlet by Matthew Cody, published by Alfred A. Knopf in 2013, is a reprint edition that spans 260 pages. This book reimagines the Robin Hood legend, focusing on the young boy behind the rise of the bandit hero. Will Shackley, just thirteen and the heir to Shackley House, finds his life upended as treason sweeps across England during King Richard the Lionheart’s absence on the Third Crusade. Forced to flee his home, Will ventures into the perilous Sherwood Forest, where he encounters a notorious gang of bandits.
Readers will discover how Will aids a drunken man named Rob in becoming a legendary figure in crime. The narrative combines elements of action and adventure within a historical context, exploring themes of law and crime, as well as the rich tapestry of medieval Europe. This engaging tale is designed for those who appreciate legends, myths, and the complexities of heroism and villainy.
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This reimagining of the Robin Hood legend tells the story of the young boy behind the bandit hero’s rise to fame.
Will Shackley is the son of a lord, and though just thirteen, he’s led a charmed, protected life and is the heir to Shackley House, while his father is away on the Third Crusade with King Richard the Lionheart.
But with King Richard’s absence, the winds of treason are blowing across England, and soon Shackley House becomes caught up in a dangerous power struggle that drives Will out of the only home he’s ever known. Alone, he flees into the dangerous Sherwood Forest, where he joins an elusive gang of bandits readers will immediately recognize.
How Will helps a drunkard named Rob become one of the most feared and revered criminals in history is a swashbuckling ride perfect for anyone who loves heroes, villains, and adventure.
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