![]() ![]() The nuanced characters and female lead breathe life into this Robin Hood retelling as Spooner masterfully weaves a tale about grief, idealism, and identity. ![]() Hiding her face (and gender) beneath Robin’s cloak and a mask, Marian leads Little John, Alan-a-Dale, Will Scarlet, and Much through clever schemes to rob the corrupt Sheriff of Nottingham and redistribute his wealth to the poor every step of the way, Sir Guy of Gisborne impedes her as Robin even as he proposes to her as Marian. ![]() When Robin of Locksley dies in the Crusades, his betrothed and childhood sweetheart Marian dons his cloak and exacts justice in his name, creating the legend of Robin Hood entirely herself. ![]()
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