The Band of Merry Kids

Written by David Skuy

A boy's quest to save a family reveals the true hero in his life.

3.4 Goodreads · 14 ratings

196 pages· ~700L

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Bookroo's summary

Twelve-year-old Pip dreams of joining Robin Hood's Merry Men, but life in Nottinghamshire is far from legendary. When Pip and his cousins stumble upon a plot to imprison an innocent family, they must channel their inner heroes to outwit the sheriff. As they navigate danger and deception, Pip discovers that true heroism might be closer to home than he ever imagined. Will Pip and his friends succeed in their daring rescue, or will they find themselves trapped in the sheriff's clutches? Adventure, courage, and unexpected revelations await in this thrilling tale.

From the publisher

Twelve-year-old Pip idolizes Robin Hood and dreams of becoming one of the Merry Men. But to everyone else, Pip is the son of Aldwin of Nottinghamshire, a seller of wool blankets. Pip and his band of Merry Kids decide to follow Robin Hood’s example and battle corruption and help the poor. But unforeseen challenges arise, and Pip and his friends face their biggest challenge in trying to save an innocent family from the sheriff’s dungeon. Along the way, they encounter the real Robin Hood, but Pip soon learns that his real hero has been with him all along.

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