Robin Hood: The Wrath of God
- ISBN-10
- ISBN-13
- 9798707273117
- Series
- Robin Hood
- Pages
- 132
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2021-02-10
- Author
- David Pilling
Description
Robin Hood: Book Two 'A fast, engaging read with a likeable scoundrel in the lead role.' J.A. Ironside, The King's Knight 1225. Robin Hood is now an outlaw in Sherwood. Tales of his exploits quickly spread. All over northern England, common people sing of the Hooded Man. Robin, already in conflict with the sheriffs and barons, declares war on the church. He leads his followers in raids on foreign clergy, burning storehouses and distributing the grain to the poor. Outraged by these attacks on the church, King Henry appeals to the Vatican for aid. The Pope dispatches Odo de Sablé, a ruthless papal inquisitor, to condemn the outlaws as heretics. Civil war erupts as Robin leads the free men of Yorkshire against the inquisitor and his deadly allies, the Knights Hospitaller. When even former enemies rally to his side, Robin is able to challenge Odo and his army of mercenaries to a final pitched battle. Can Robin defy the wrath of God? Recommended for fans of Angus Donald, Bernard Cornwell and Michael Jecks. David Pilling is the author of fictional and non-fictional works, including Leader of Battles, Longsword, The White Hawk, Rebellion Against Henry III: The Disinherited Montfortians 1265-74, and many more. "Full of action and historical detail. A legend, re-invented and re-invigorated. Highly recommended."Richard Foreman 'Pilling has created a wonderful reimagining of Robin Hood's legend.' Jemahl Evans
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