The Legend of Luke (Redwall) - Hardcover

Jacques, Brian

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 039923490X ISBN 13: 9780399234903

Publisher: Philomel Books, 2000

Synopsis

The twelfth book in the author's Redwall epic follows Martin on a fateful journey north to discover evidence of his fatherthe first great Redwall warriorwho abandoned him as a child. 175,000 first printing.

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Review:

Brian Jacques and his tremendous Redwall books never cease to amaze: this is the 12th book in the series and it just gets better and better. This time, the interweaving story of a father and a son is told in three parts, starting with a visit to Redwall Abbey by a young hedgehog maid who, by singing a half-remembered song recounting the adventures of a warrior called Luke, begins to unlock some of the mysteries behind the Abbey's early years.

As skilfully executed as all the other Redwall books, The Legend of Luke is a truly magnificent, rampaging, rip-roaring adventure story that gives the heart and mind the kind of aerobic workout normally reserved for a sprint round a playing field. From the very first page the reader just knows that he is in for a treat, and as Jacques skilfully builds his story, cleverly interweaving intricate, imaginative detail with a vast cast of incredible characters who each play a vital role in the unfurling of the tale, there can be no doubt that he is still the true master of his genre.

Excellent as a stand-alone read for anyone new to Redwall, and even better as part of the amazing saga that has captured the imagination of millions since its inception, The Legend of Luke is an absolute must- read for anyone--young or old--who likes their fiction fast and fantastical, and will certainly leave them breathless for more. (Ages 9 and over.) --Susan Harrison

Review:

"Not since Roald Dahl have children filled their shelves so compulsively." -- "The Times -- "

About this edition

• Publisher: Philomel Books
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 039923490X
• ISBN 13: 9780399234903
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 374
• Illustrator: Fangorn