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Type of bind: Paperback
EAN num: 9780441007738
ISBN number: 0441007732
Label: Ace
Manufacturer: Ace
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 368
Printing Date: February 01, 2001
Publishing house: Ace
Age index: Young Adult
Release Date: January 30, 2001
Sale Popularity Level: 34401
Studio: Ace
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Joined by Trimp the Hedgehog, Dinny Foremole, and Gonff—the ever- mischievous Prince of Mousethieves—Martin embarks on a perilous journey to the northland shore, where Luke, his father, abandoned him as a child. There, within the carcass of a great blue ship, he finally uncovers what he has been searching for: the true story of the evil pirate stoat, Vilu Deskar, and the valiant warrior who pursued him relentlessly over the high seas, seeking to destroy Vilu at all costs, even if it meant deserting his only son. The legend of Luke and his son, Martin, is a glorious tale from Redwall’s history.
Amazon.com Review:
Brian Jacques and his tremendous Redwall books never cease to amaze: this is the 12th book in a series that 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 deftly 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 very first page the readers know they're in for a treat, and as Jacques skillfully 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. This story will certainly leave them breathless for more. --Susan Harrison
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This is about, surprise, surprise, a mouse named Luke. At least, one third of it is. The other two thirds are about Martin. Again. Despite weird rumors, this is set in Mossflower, NOT England. And there are NO people. Just mice, badgers, hedgehogs, shrews, otters, squirrels, moles, hares and a rabbit or two. (Rabbits are not in this book.) The bad guys? Rats, ferrets weasels, foxes, stoats, and occasional weird creatures, like marlfoxes, or Wearats. There are a few birds, too.
The real story begins in book 2, Luke.
Luke's wife is murdered by a totally evil stoat named Vilu Daskar. (Shouldn't he be Vile Daskar?)
Luke is really really really angry. He fights this fox guy named Reynard Chopsnout to get his ship.
He sets out after Vilu to take revenge.
Meanwhile, a female grey squirrel berserker (don't ask what that is) has been captured along with thirty-five other squirrels. (Don't ask why! I'd be spoiling it!)
When Luke catches up with Vilu, several problems cause him and two others to be the only three survivors. (So they think.) When Luke has his final fight against that darn stoat, who'll live?
Luke is prepared to sacrifice everything, even his life....
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Martin's idea of life changes when a hedgehog traveler makes him realize what he really wants to know. Who really was his father?
As Martin travels in Mossflower, the peaceful home of his, he encounters many diverse and different creatures. Such as ferrets, shrew, moles, and hedgehogs. When Martin discovers more and more about Luke, his father, through a diary, written by Luke's friends and family, he becomes fulfilled and happy.
I could not put this book down. I recommend this to anyone who enjoys fantasy fiction.
David Browe
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I used to be a big fan of the 'Redwall' series, and was quite suprised at this one. Redwall and Mossflower were pretty good, but this is by far the lousiest.
I don't feel that Jacques gets a very good message across to the reader. Luke had become bitter with his hate for Vilu Daskar. But to me, no matter what the pirate had done to him, he had no reason to kill him in return. 'Two wrongs never make a right.' Wouldn't it be better if he just forgave and forgot instead of trying to avenge his wife. His son might have lost a mother by a massacre. But he also lost a father because of hard resentment.
On the whole, I think that 'The Legend of Luke', is a pretty poor novel.
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I don't know about anyone else, but I enjoyed this book. DO NOT read this until you've read Mossflower and Martin the Warrior. The book's about Martin wanting to find out more about his dad, Luke. Redwall fans will notice that one part in the second book is EXACTLY the same as part of Martin the Warrior. Oh, Martin seems to have forgotten Rose, Grumm, Pallum, Felldoh, and pretty much all his other old friends. This book is not for the faint of heart, because someone reeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaally important dies. And there's this cannibal otter who's insane and he's eating rats and stoats and ferrets and whatnot. It's good, though. 5 stars!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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This book is a bout a mouse warrior named Martin, who is trying to find out what happened to his father. The story begins in the Kingdome fortress of Redwall Abbey. There is where Martin meets the hog maid Trimp, who sings a song about his father, Luke. After hearing this song Martin sets out with his best friends to discover any Traci of his father at his old sea side home. Along the way they meet many creatures that aid them in rough spots. What will Martin and friends find out when they reach the sea? You'll have to get the book to find out.
I would recommend this book for any one who likes medieval time adventures. I personally love this book and am looking for move in the blue wall series.
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