Lady of the Forest

Robin Hood & Marian, Book 1

By: Jennifer Roberson

Narrated by: Roger Davis

As the gates of Ravenskeep swing open and a young woman flees into the primeval depths of Sherwood Forest and into the arms of the man she loves, a saga of exceptional power and remarkable passion begins...

He is Sir Robery Locksley - the heroic nobleman who has turned his back on all he knows to embark on a dangerous quest for justice in an England torn apart by treachery, betrayal, and war.

She is Lady Marian of Ravenskeep - the proud, defiant knight's daughter who leaves her sheltered life behind to join a shadowy band of outlaws who follow no law but their own.

Robin Hood and Maid Marian - their love has belonged to legend for centuries, and now it belongs to us all, stunningly brought to life by the masterful pen of a truly gifted storyteller. Against a medieval tapestry of color and pageantry, Jennifer Roberson has woven a rich, sweeping tale of a woman whose courage and passion could forever alter the destiny of that mist-shrouded land of lore we know in our hearts and see in our dreams.

©1992 Jennifer Roberson (P)2014 Audible Inc.

Not the childish Disney style

Engaging, interesting and so much better than the Robinhood I grew up with. Save this for when you can listen with your full attention.

A familiar retelling, but good lighthearted fun

Robin Hood fans will recognize some concepts and characterizations borrowed from other adaptations like Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves and the TV series Robin of Sherwood, but it is still a pleasant and fun retelling of the story if not wholly original. Romping through the greenwood was a welcome break from a long and cold spring!

Almost returned it!

I read the reviews and thought I would give it a try. I had read one review that said you need to give it a chance since the beginning was tedious or slow. I remembered that when I found that to be true and forged ahead....it seemed as soon as I got to that certain point...the story became amazing! What an author! What a story! Havent finished it yet....one more chapter to go...but already have Book 2 in my library! The reader while not terrible was not the best either...I found the accents unauthentic and somewhat confusing...but...the story made up for it!

I have been reading this book for over a decade

I have enjoyed and re-read this book for over a decade, greatly enjoying how it is based off if the view of Lady Marian.

One of my favorite stories!

I love this version of Robin Hood! It is written in a way that makes me feel like this story could have really happened in history and not just a folk story. The narrator does a wonderful job at making each character unique without being overly exaggerated. If you like historical romance, I suggest this one!