The Sherwood Ring
The Sherwood Ring
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New York • 1940s
2006
YA
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
In Elizabeth Marie Pope's The Sherwood Ring, newly orphaned Peggy Grahame is sent to live with her uncle in a historic New York estate. While there, she discovers a series of ghostly visitors who recount stories from the American Revolutionary War, helping her unravel both their past mysteries and her own family's history.
Mysterious
Romantic
Humorous
Fantastical
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
4,430 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Sherwood Ring by Elizabeth Marie Pope weaves a captivating tale of mystery, history, and romance through the eyes of a young protagonist. Readers applaud its seamless blend of past and present, engaging characters, and enchanting narrative. However, some critique the pacing as uneven. Overall, it's celebrated for its imaginative storytelling and historical depth.
Who Should Read The Sherwood Ring?
A reader who enjoys The Sherwood Ring by Elizabeth Marie Pope is likely fond of historical fiction intertwined with romance and mystery. Fans of A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court by Mark Twain or The Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth George Speare would appreciate this novel's blend of history and fantasy.
4,430 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
New York • 1940s
2006
YA
12-18 years
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