The Outlaws of Sherwood by Robin McKinley

The Outlaws of Sherwood

Robin McKinley

345 pages first pub 1988 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical young adult adventurous medium-paced

Description

Robin Longbow is a sub-apprentice forester in Sherwood Forest, barely eking out a living-and barely able to control his temper when he is confronted by the taunts of the Chief Forester's favorite. One careless shot, and he has killed the man. From...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
emotional 33%
lighthearted 28%
funny 23%
tense 19%
hopeful 14%
reflective 14%
inspiring 9%
mysterious 9%
challenging 4%

Pace

medium 63%
slow 31%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 41% | Character: 33% | Plot: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 90% | Yes: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Average rating

3.76

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