Book Review for: Daughter of Sherwood
Written by: Laura Strickland
Wild Rose Press
ISBN: 978-1-617-9186
Avail: as an ebook and in print
4 Stars
A suspenseful story
Strickland pens a story full of action, adventure, and
romance with "Daughter of Sherwood." Wren is the daughter of the
legendary Robin Hood and Marion. When both parents die, she goes to live with
Lil at Nottingham Castle as a scullery maid. When the triad that protects the
forest is broken, Wren, now a young woman, must assume her role in the next
one.
Wren is hesitant to leave her home and move to the forest,
but she must, as Lambert, the Sheriff's enforcer, is on the hunt for her after
a slight. Wren soon learns the other members of the triad are Sparrow Little
and Martin Scarlet, two very different men who are in competition for her
affections.
Wren must draw on all her courage, strength, and endurance
to assume her new role all while sorting out her conflicting feelings for the
two men. When Sherwood's very existence is threatened by Lambert, can Wren
inspire those she leads like her father did?
Strickland's use of accents is well done, making the story
easy to understand and it doesn't slow down the reading. The plot engages the
reader, keeping them turning the pages.
Wren, Sparrow, and Martin prove interesting characters. Wren
struggles with her identity and her role in Sherwood, which includes choosing a
man to wed – Sparrow or Martin. Sparrow is quiet, yet honorable to a fault.
Martin is loud and too quick to rush into action.
The story contains several tasteful mainstream love scenes.
The historical background gives way to an intriguing story. Strickland does a
great job giving life to Sherwood Forest, making the setting its own unique
character full of life, challenges, and magic.
While a part of a series, you don't have to read the other
books in the series to understand the dynamic and back story of this one. I
would definitely read other books in the series. "Daughter of
Sherwood" will leave you wanting more.
Question for you: What's your favorite Robin Hood movie?
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