#2 Rowan Hood

Lionclaw

Nancy Springer
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Lionel 15 is seven feet of pure coward who would rather play a harp than fight. He ran away to Sherwood Forest, and follows Rowan Hood, daughter of Robin. When Sir Lionclaw hears his son's music, he sends bounty hunters that capture Rowan for bait. Chided by fellows, former princess Ettarde and ragged barefoot Rook, the lion in Lionel rouses.
Genres: FantasyHistorical FictionYoung AdultAdventureMiddle GradeFictionChildrensHistoricalMedievalRetellings
122 Pages

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