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Hood

Stephen R. Lawhead (2006)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesKing Raven #1
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.89

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Reluctant HeroExile

Synopsis

Presents a reimagining of the tale of Robin Hood in which the son of a king, Bran ap Brychan, flees the kingdom of Elfael after his father is killed and leads a band of thieves as they try to battle the Normans and take back the kingdom.

Is Hood appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

This Robin Hood retelling set in medieval Wales contains battle violence, character deaths including the protagonist's father, and themes of conquest and resistance. Language and sexual content are minimal.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death of parent, violence, and war (see the full list above).

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy this fresh take on the Robin Hood legend with a Welsh prince fighting Norman invaders.

Tags

Historical FantasyMyth RetellingCeltic Fantasy