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After losing everything he owns, forester Will Scarlet embarks on a search for none other than King Raven, whose exploits have already become legendary. After fulfilling his quest--and proving himself a skilled and loyal companion--Will joins the heroic archer and his men.

Now, however, Will is in prison for a crime he did not commit. His sentence is death by hanging--unless he delivers King Raven and his band of cohorts.

That, of course, he will never do.

Wales is slowly falling under the control of the invading Normans, and King William the Red has given his ruthless barons control of the land. In desperation, the people turn to King Raven and his men for justice and survival in the face of the ever-growing onslaught.

From deep in the forest they form a daring plan for deliverance, knowing that failure means death for them all.

Scarlet continues Stephen R. Lawhead's riveting saga that began with the novel Hood, which relocated the legend of Robin Hood to the Welsh countryside and its dark forests. Steeped in Celtic mythology and the political intrigue of medival Britain, Lawhead's trilogy conjures up an ancient past and holds a mirror to contemporary realities. Prepare for an epic tale that dares to shatter everything you thought you knew about Robin Hood.

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Stephen R. Lawhead is an internationally acclaimed author of mythic history and imaginative fiction. His novels include Hood, Book One in the King Raven Trilogy, Patrick, The Song of Albion trilogy, the Dragon King trilogy and The Pendragon Cycle series. Lawhead makes his home in Oxford, England, with his wife.

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Hardcover: 464 pages
Publisher: Thomas Nelson; Second Printing edition (September 18, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1595540865
ISBN-13: 978-1595540867
Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 6.3 x 1.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (43 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #255,412 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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King Raven, Abbot Hugo, Count Falkes, Will Scarlet, C�l Craidd, Baron de Braose, Rhi Bran, Father Dominic, King William, Sheriff de Glanville, Saint Martin, Brother Alfonso, Lord Bran, Brother Jago, Marshal Guy, Twelfth Night, Count de Braose, Red William, Lady Agnes, Duke Robert, Thane Aelred, King's Road, Friar Tuck, Richard de Glanville, Bishop Asaph

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4.0 out of 5 stars 4 1/2 Stars...Leaves Us Hanging, September 20, 2007

By	Eric Wilson "novelist" (Nashville, TN United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)

If you're a Stephen Lawhead fan, you need to catch his spin on the classic Robin Hood tale. Obviously, he gives it his own historic ambiance, exploring old and new ideas with respect, but without rigidity. If you're not a Lawhead fan...Time to join the bandwagon! Since the Pendragon Cycle and the Song of Albion series, he has consistently given us entertaining and intelligent stories. "Hood" and "Scarlet" only add to his impressive resume.

While last year's "Hood" followed the origins of Lawhead's Welsh Rhi Bran Hud, "Scarlet" takes us into the life of Will Scarlet. From the first page, Lawhead establishes a wonderful character with a literary voice that's consistent, lyrical, and captivating. Will is in prison, awaiting his own hanging. In the meantime, he dictates his story of meeting and pledging fealty to Bran, King Raven. We see wonderful glimpses into medieval life. We become entwined in the political/religious intrigues of the day, and we meet new heroes and villains. From Will's initial archery contest with Bran, to his gallows day, Lawhead wields his pen with attention to detail, character, and plot.

"Scarlet" meanders into a fascinating tale, gives us some romance and action, then ends with a cliffhanger, a perfect bridge into the final book, titled "Tuck." Lawhead is having fun with this trilogy and, to the delight of his readers, it shows.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Easily Lawhead's most mature work, November 11, 2007

By	Jacob of Sterlington (Louisiana) - See all my reviews

I won't tell about the story line because that wouldn't be fair to the reader. I won't ruin it for you. But about the book itself, its style and flow. This book is so much better than *Hood.* The storyline is crisper, its characters so much more mature, and the dialouge is cleare.

The romance is among Lawhead's better renditions. I do fear that some of Lawhead's works tended to repeat themselves (this was especially true in the Pendragon Cycle). Here, the romance is more sensible and realistic. I particularly enjoyed the interplay between Will and Noin. Also, the back and forth between Merian and Bran is better done than in Hood.

I definitely recommend this work as one of Lawhead's more mature writings. Also, be sure to find the soundtrack that goes with it. There is an official King Raven Trilogy soundtrack. Go to Itunes and type in Brian Dunning and Jeff Johnson.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Anxiously Awaiting TUCK, October 8, 2007

By	P. Higingbotham (USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It's too bad that TUCK has been delayed but at least it isn't altogether canceled. I hope Lawhead makes a full recovery or as full a recovery as nature will allow.

When I read HOOD I have to admit that I began it fully expecting to take in the story with a grain of salt. I was pleasantly surprised that Lawhead could re-imagine the story of Robin Hood and convey his image in a manner that captured me in the first chapter. SCARLET is a sequel that does not disappoint. The character development was flawless and I could feel myself emphathizing with Will "Scarlet" Scatlocke and at least relating with the Sheriff (but not quite empathizing).

The thing I found greatest about this book was that while it's still a story about Robin Hood, it is mostly related as narrative by Will Scatlocke and Will plays as the central character.

Both HOOD and SCARLET are great novels for those interested in a more grown-up version of the story of Robin Hood as well as those that enjoy historical fiction (although I cannot vouch for how historically accurate/inaccurate the books are). They are reminiscent of Mary Stewart's MERLIN TRILOGY in that both sets of books relate fantastic tales of seemingly far-fetched accounts that may or may not have occurred in a manner that, at the least, makes the stories plausible.

These KING RAVEN novels are the first novels I've read by Stephen R. Lawhead so I'm not giving my review based from the standpoint of someone who loves all things Lawhead. Having said, if TUCK is as great as the first two novels in this series, I may become a Lawhead fan after all.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Just what I wanted!
The book 'Scarlet' was just what I wanted, but for much less than I would have paid in a local book store. As usual amazon.com has proven itself to the be the place to shop.

Published 2 days ago by Ronald C. Parker

5.0 out of 5 stars Another bullseye
Stephen Lawhead's Scarlet represents the third of his works in a row that I have thoroughly enjoyed. Read more

Published 21 days ago by B. Morse

3.0 out of 5 stars Engaging and entertaining
Scarlet is the second in the King Raven trilogy about Robin Hood. The story picks up where Hood leaves off, with Will Scarlet being kept prisoner by Count de Braose. Read more

Published 1 month ago by Holly

4.0 out of 5 stars King Raven - Book Two
In this second installment of the King Raven Trilogy we get our story through the eyes of Will Scarlet who has been captured and imprisoned by the Normans. Read more

Published 1 month ago by Steve Taylor

5.0 out of 5 stars A much more engaging read than Hood
Will Scarlet is in prison and dictating his story to a monk who seeks to discover information on Rhi Bran y Hud for his master Abbot Hugo. Read more

Published 2 months ago by Jill Williamson

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
The King Raven series has been my introduction to author Stephen Lawhead, and as much as I enjoyed Hood, Scarlet is that much better. Read more

Published 2 months ago by Mom of 3 Book Lovers

5.0 out of 5 stars Book in excellent condition
The book came in the time frame promised and was in excellent condition. The price was very fair.

Published 2 months ago by C. Zentz

5.0 out of 5 stars Some of the best historical fiction I have read
A.D.D. makes it difficult for me to read for long periods of time. These books, however, I devoured in a fraction of the time it typically takes for me to really comprehend novels... Read more

Published 3 months ago by John Fallenbrooke

5.0 out of 5 stars a Robin Hood I've never seen before
I've been just delighted with this series. It has given new life to a tale that's been just done to death. It's also given it life in that it pulls so much from the period. Read more

Published 5 months ago by Diana

5.0 out of 5 stars my husband's favorite author
My husband and I are both fans of Lawhead's books, but to my husband, it's like they open up a totally new realm to live in when he reads them! Read more

Published 6 months ago by M. Rosander

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