Lionclaw: A Tale of Rowan Hood

Nancy Springer

May 2008 · Recorded Books · Narrated by Emily Gray

About this audiobook

Lionel believes that he is a coward. Banished by his warrior father, Lord Lionclaw, he finds refuge in Sherwood Forest and joins a band of outlaws led by Rowan Hood, daughter of Robin. Lionel is loyal to his good friend Rowan, yet he is also determined to make peace with his father.

But when Lionclaw is taken prisoner by Robin Hood, he spots his son among the outlaws and vows revenge. Suddenly Sherwood is filled with danger, and Lionel wants nothing more than to turn and run. Then Lionclaw's hunters capture Rowan and use her as bait, and suddenly the lion in Lionel is awakened...

About the author

Nancy Springer was born in Montclair, New Jersey on July 5, 1948. She received a degree in English literature from Gettysburg College in 1970. She has written about 40 books for children, young adults, and adults including the Sea King Trilogy, the Tales of Rowan Hood series, the Book of Isle Trilogy, and the Enola Holmes Mystery series. She has won numerous awards including the James Tiptree, Jr. Award, the Joan Fassler Memorial Book Award, and two Edgar Allen Poe Awards.