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This book so nearly scored five stars, but I had to deduct a half. It's my pet hate to know plot details years before the characters figure it out, and ''Outlaw'' falls prey of this as Alan tries to figure out who is betraying Robin and his men. It could have been solved so easily by cutting out one scene – a scene that, in my mind, did nothing but tell us exactly who the traitor was with no other purpose. Which is a real shame, as it lessened the impact of the reveal at the end.
But, apart from this minor niggle, it's a near -perfect book. Gory, exciting, and an insightful interpretation of the Robin Hood mythology. Highly recommended.
My thanks to the publishers for sending a copy. We also have a review of [[The King's Assassin by Angus Donald]].
Check out Bookbag's [[Top Ten Historical Fiction Books]], and [[Top Ten Retellings of Myths, Legends and Fairy Tales]] for some great further reading.

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