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"Exciting and satisfying." --*Publishers Weekly* Robert of Locksley, the handsome son of a respected earl, has long battled the tyranny of Prince John--a man as weak as he is cruel. Now that power has shifted even more firmly into John's hands, and Robert has no choice but to fight as an outlaw--as Robin Hood. Lady Marian of Ravenskeep has fled into the depths of Sherwood Forest. There, amid wild woods, she will be transformed from lady to warrior--as Robin Hood's partner in stealing John's gold. But all who breathe know the penalty for such theft is hanging. As the Sheriff's army pursues them, Robin Hood and Marian face danger at every turn. . .and discover a shared passion that will join their hearts forever. "Fans of historical fiction and period fantasy should enjoy this rousing story." --*Booklist* "Roberson's genre-blending novel may be her best yet." --*Publishers Weekly* ** ### From Publishers Weekly Roberson follows her popular Lady of the Forest with another excellent adventure about Marian and Robin Hood that combines aspects of the romantic, fantasy and historical novel. The action begins when Robin and his men, who are living with Marian at her estate, Ravenskeep, learn of the death of King Richard the Lionhearted, who had pardoned the gang for their legendary thefts. The king's demise subjects them once again to persecution by the sheriff of Nottingham. Roberson cleverly interweaves this fictional crisis with the historical problems that surrounded the election of Richard's successor. For sheriff William deLacey and Robin's father, the Earl of Huntington, support opposite contenders in this political conflictAreviled Prince John and young Arthur of Brittany, respectively. Roberson's tightly written plot paves the way for events that might have come off as coincidences or accidents in less skillful hands, and her characters are engaging. Particularly strong is her construction of Marian, portrayed as thoroughly independent but not burdened with anachronistic feminist ways. Her incorporation of historical detail, including the handling of bows and swords, is assured and lends an unobtrusive richness to the tale, while Marian and Robin's tumultuous love should keep romance fans turning pages. Exciting and satisfying, Roberson's genre-blending novel may be her best yet. (Nov.) Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. ### From Library Journal The death of Richard Lionheart, King of England, leaves the succession of the throne in question and bodes massive changes for Robin of Locksley and his lover, Marion. Roberson's sequel to Lady of the Forest continues the tale of the legendary noble outlaws and their quest for justice. Caught up in political intrigues and betrayals, Marion and Robin strive to hold onto their love without sacrificing their honor. Fans of historical fiction and period fantasy should enjoy this rousing story. Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.