Robin and the King: A Novel [Hardcover]

Parke Godwin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1993

Banished from his beloved fatherland and taken by William the Conqueror as his personal slave, Robin Hood travels across the Channel to Normandy, where he once again demonstrates his ultimate loyalty to King Richard. 35,000 first printing. $15,000 ad/promo.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Sherwood Forest no longer rings with the daring exploits of Edward "Robin Hood" Denby; now middle-aged, Robin lives contentedly with his beloved Marian and their two children. He's even become friends with the Sheriff of Nottingham, who has married his cousin. In this sequel to Sherwood , Robin gets into trouble again when he argues in court against a plan to convert part of Sherwood into a royal hunting preserve for William I, who rules England from Normandy. Banished for his insolence, Robin becomes a body servant to the king and his second son, the brave, licentious Rossel. He changes the course of English history by convincing William to alter the line of succession, a development that Godwin's spellbinding storytelling makes totally believable. Not just a first-rate adventure, this is also a fascinating account of everyday life in the 11th century, whose customs, beliefs, superstitions and fears are vividly evoked. Witchcraft, intrigue and betrayal lead to a shocking denouement. Deft characterizations, superb battle scenes and more than a little wit make this a worthy addition to Robin Hood lore.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Library Journal

Eight years after his pardon from the king for his deeds in Sherwood Forest, Edward Denby--otherwise known as Robin Hood--once again finds himself on the wrong side of the law as his conscience drives him to oppose royal tyranny. Godwin relocates his hero to an earlier age, during the reign of William the Conqueror, but the heart of the legend remains unsullied. The author of Beloved Exile ( LJ 4/15/84) once again proves that he is adept at re-creating enduring legends in this stand-alone sequel to Sherwood ( LJ 7/91). Most libraries will want this title.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 366 pages
• Publisher: William Morrow & Co; 1st edition (June 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0688052746
• ISBN-13: 978-0688052744
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,437,380 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars For everyone who likes good historical fiction, October 22, 2000

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This review is from: Robin and the King (Paperback)

In his duology, consisting of 'Sherwood' and 'Robin and the King', Parke Godwin gives us a whole new Robin Hood. A man who, in this second book, initiates the charter which would result in Magna Carta some 150 years later. Unlike other Robin Hood novels, these are set in the period just after William the Conqueror's invasion of England. This Edward of Denby, nicknamed Robin Hood, could very well have been the predecessor of the other(s?) by this (nick)name. Self-proclaimed "conscience" to William the Conqueror, Robin finds himself banned to Normandy and fighting in the war between William and his opponent, the French king. A good, solid historical novel. Fascinating and true to life. Looking for fantasy? Look elsewhere. Looking for good historical fiction? This is it! Not just for Robin Hood fans.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a great sequel, January 14, 2001

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lannam (PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Robin and the King (Paperback)

Robin and the King tells of life after Sherwood. It's great. Taking place during the early days of Normans, Robin is a political prisoner assigned to Prince William, or Rossel as he is called throughout the book. Robin helps win the war, but life doesn't go the way he would want. A Great Read.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, February 6, 2010

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This was a Christmas gift for my husband who is a true Robin Hood fan. He loves the book......