Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted here, at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they're books that have yet to be released. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine. If you're continuing with WOW, feel free to link those up as well! Find out more here.
I love the story of Robin Hood and have read and enjoyed many a retelling, but I am always up for more. This one sounds really good and I'm very much looking forward to diving in.
I also noticed a cover change. Let me know which one you like better. (I like the original better than the one with the boot.) I always wonder why they change a cover. Anyway, it's my pick this week...
The Forest Queen
by Betsy Cornwell
YA Fantasy, Fairy Tale, Retelling
Hardcover & ebook, 304 Pages
August 7th 2018 by Clarion Books
Summary
From a New York Times bestselling author, a fresh, female-centered take on “Robin Hood” in which a young noblewoman, like the legendary hero, becomes an outlaw fighting for social justice. Perfect for fans of Marissa Meyer and Sarah J. Maas.
When sixteen-year-old Sylvie’s brother takes over management of their family’s vast estates, Sylvie feels powerless to stop his abuse of the local commoners. Her dearest friend asks her to run away to the woods with him, and soon a host of other villagers join them. Together, they form their own community and fight to right the wrongs perpetrated by the king and his noblemen. Perfect for fans of fairy tale retellings or anyone who loves a strong female lead, this gorgeously written take on the Robin Hood tale goes beyond the original's focus on economic justice to explore love, gender, the healing power of nature, and what it means to be a family.
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Will you be reading this one?
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