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Every Wrong Right by M.C. Frank is a new book and it descended on the world of books on April 7th.

What is it about?

Girl disguised as a boy tries to assassinate Robin Hood, but falls in love with him instead. Survival: doubtful.

What can I find in it?

🌲group of boys who keep almost dying 🌲girl disguised as boy (and sick of aforementioned boys) 🌲underdogs to heroes 🌲slowburn/angsty romance 🌲cat 🌲tortured protagonist 🌲blood 🌲Robin Hood & friends & assassins 🌲Making wrongs right (and almost dying every day) 🌲assassin officially in love with her victim👌👌

Can you tell me more, please?

🥀Written in: blood and tears 🥀Recommended for: no one 🥀Format: kindle & paperback (->coming in May) 🥀Pub date: April 7, 2020🥳🥳 🥀TW: ptsd, nightmares, hunger/starvation, friends punching you playfully 🥀Inspired by: Kdrama, Anne with an E, Robin & Ru thirst (sorry), The Heirs (again), A Little Life by Hanya Yaganihara, my beautiful and destroyed country, a need to belong, my pain ok 🥀Cover art: The Cover Collection 🥀Chill: none 🥀Coming soon: more Outlaws books (3&4) 🥀Buy: here (2.99$) 🥀Time to: stop talking now

Can you be serious now?

Well. No. Of course:

A robber and a princess.

A girl disguised as a boy. A medieval reimagining of the legend of Robin Hood packed with adventure, sacrifice and romance. Robin Hood, hidden deep in the Sherwood Forest, is fighting to restore the crown to its rightful king, surrounded by faithful friends, green leaves and clear skies. Burdened with secrets, betrayal and an incredible responsibility, he struggles to stay alive and keep the starving people fed. One day, a boy saves him from the Sheriff’s poisoned arrows. Robin, impressed by the slender youth’s courage and skill, takes the boy with him to the forest. Only, the boy is not a boy. In the castle of Nottingham, a maiden who used to be a princess is forced to obey the wishes of a tyrannical Sheriff. She dons on male clothes and trains to become a fierce assassin, vowing to catch the greatest criminal in the kingdom. But when she saves Robin Hood’s life nearly losing her own, she is rescued by the outlaws. When Robin and the “boy” meet, two worlds collide, resulting in unimaginable danger and intense romance. Who will survive when they learn each other’s secrets? What happens when the assassin falls in love with her victim? In the second installment of the Outlaws series, there are more deadly secrets, more pining and more danger to be found. You'll discover the answers to many of your questions from book one, and new ones will keep you at the edge of your seat. Will Robin Hood find out the truth about Ru? Will Robin and Ru kiss? Will they finally share the truth about their origins? Will they stay alive? Will every wrong be made right? Filled with danger, intrigue and slow-burn passion, this is a Robin Hood story unlike any you have ever read before! if you love reading about female assassins, outlawed thieves, slow-sizzle romance, tortured boys and found families, then you'll love the Outlaws Series.

Wait, a series?

Indeed. We have prequels, first books, second books, third books (up for preorder already but shhhhh-not announced yet).

Hood (prequel) 

Everything I do (Book 1) 

Every Wrong Right (Book 2) 

Sleep, Robin Hood (Book 3)

Has anyone read this thing?

Early Reader Review: "Why is this so hopelessly romantic and heartbreaking at the same time? It’s a love-hate relationship for sure! I love it so much it’s tormenting me." - Eileen S.

Meh, still not convinced.

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Yep, convinced.

My review:

‘This is the land of traitors and betrayal. Where fear, hunger and threats reign instead of the king. This is the land of no hope’.

Robin Hood and his not-so-merry companion return in the third installment of The Outlaws series by M.C. Frank. As long as the evil Sheriff rules the land, there’s no peace for them even in their beloved Sherwood forest. There are friends to rescue and enemies to defeat, but who can survive when the long-hidden secrets get revealed?

If I were to describe this book with one word, it would be INTENSE. It’s not very long, but it’s certainly abounding in action: there’s an archery competition, a dramatic escape from the Sheriff’s dungeon, there are sword fights, blood, tears, betrayal, and much more. It keeps you on the edge of your seat, you keep worrying about the characters, wanting to know what happens next, but on the other hand - being scared to read the next chapter.

The intensity doesn’t apply just to adventures Robin, Ru and their friends are going through, but - what I personally loved the most - to their inner struggles as well, to memories haunting their minds, the feelings motivating them, but also holding them back. A big part of the book contains of Robin and Ru’s inner dialogues, which I absolutely don’t mind, because it adds an incredible depth to those characters and makes me love them even more. I love how strong they both are, despite their brokenness, and how they care for the others more than for themselves. They remind me of the verse from 2 Corinthians: ‘We are hard pressed on all sides, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed’.

I said it many times before, but I’m gonna say it again: M.C. Frank is an amazing writer. The way she writes about emotions moves me deeply and makes me forget the characters she created aren’t real. If you ever wondered if writing can be called art, just read one of her books.

‘Sleep Robin Hood’ is a beautifully written, engaging and moving story about justice, forgiveness, love and betrayal. I can’t wait for the next book from this series to come out, but I already recommend them all wholeheartedly!

‘This is the land of traitors and betrayal. Where fear, hunger and threats reign instead of the king. This is the land of no hope’.

Robin Hood and his not-so-merry companion return in the third installment of The Outlaws series by M.C. Frank. As long as the evil Sheriff rules the land, there’s no peace for them even in their beloved Sherwood forest. There are friends to rescue and enemies to defeat, but who can survive when the long-hidden secrets get revealed? 

If I were to describe this book with one word, it would be INTENSE. It’s not very long, but it’s certainly abounding in action: there’s an archery competition, a dramatic escape from the Sheriff’s dungeon, there are sword fights, blood, tears, betrayal, and much more. It keeps you on the edge of your seat, you keep worrying about the characters, wanting to know what happens next, but on the other hand - being scared to read the next chapter. 

The intensity doesn’t apply just to adventures Robin, Ru and their friends are going through, but - what I personally loved the most - to their inner struggles as well, to memories haunting their minds, the feelings motivating them, but also holding them back. A big part of the book contains of Robin and Ru’s inner dialogues, which I absolutely don’t mind, because it adds an incredible depth to those characters and makes me love them even more. I love how strong they both are, despite their brokenness, and how they care for the others more than for themselves. They remind me of the verse from 2 Corinthians: ‘We are hard pressed on all sides, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed’.

I said it many times before, but I’m gonna say it again: M.C. Frank is an amazing writer. The way she writes about emotions moves me deeply and makes me forget the characters she created aren’t real. If you ever wondered if writing can be called art, just read one of her books.

‘Sleep Robin Hood’ is a beautifully written, engaging and moving story about justice, forgiveness, love and betrayal. I can’t wait for the next book from this series to come out, but I already recommend them all wholeheartedly! 

‘Every Wrong Wright’ is the next book from the Outlaws series by @mcfrankauthor​, featuring the world’s most beloved robber - Robin Hood, along with his merry companion, like you’ve never seen them before. The action starts right where the first book: ‘Everything I Do’, ended (though I highly recommend reading the novella ‘Hood’ in between, as it contains important information about Robin’s past, which sheds more light on events presented in EWR) -  the outlaws are on their way to complete an important mission, willingly risking their own lives to help the poor, oppressed by the ruthless Sheriff. Ru has been accepted as on of them, but still no one has a clue what -or who- she's really after. She's running out of time and whatever choice she makes, some wrongs can never be made right. 

If someone asked me to describe this book using just one word, it would be: EMOTIONAL. I’ve loved Robin and Ru since book one, they’re both such complex characters who suffered too much and I wish with all my heart for a happy ending for them, so it was painful to read what they’re going through, but I love it when a book tortures me like this. The POV alternates between those two characters, so we can see what’s going on in their heads and hearts, and let me just tell you - there’s a lot going on! Feelings of guilt, pain and hatred are mixed with love, tenderness, hurtful memories and fear for their loved ones. M.C. Frank has mastered the art of writing about emotions in such a beautiful and believeable way, it's easy to forget those characters aren't real. I was also amazed how she managed to push their relationship forward, even though Robin still doesn't know who Ru really is. I think it was my favourite chapter! 

I said it in my previous two reviews, but I have to say it again - I love how Frank portrayed the whole group of Robin’s companions, how the word ‘friends’ doesn’t even begin to cover their relations. They’re like a family, an extremely close family, which members deeply care for each other, where they always have each others’ backs and would give their life for one another without a second thought. Their conversations, both playful and serious, are some of my favourite parts of this book and the whole series. 

While inner struggles of Robin and Ru play a huge role in EWR, the book is not devoid of action, so if you like medieval-style fight scenes, you won’t be disappointed. The book also shows that not every battle is fought using swords and arrows, but sometimes words can be a powerful weapon, too. 

‘Every Wrong Right’ is truly a great book, which not only breaths new life into the legend of Robin Hood, but also conveys a beautiful message, especially important in those strange times we’re living in. I recommend the whole Outlaws series with all my heart and I’m impatiently waiting for the next book!

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 I’m happy and honored to participate in a blog tour with @mcfrankauthor​‘s newest book - ‘Hood’. It’s a novella, book 1.5 in The Outlaws series, which retells the story of Robin Hood and his merry companion.

The synopsis

“We are probably going to die today,” said John. “I’m aware,” Robin replied. “But then again, we’re constantly going to die.” “So what you’re saying is,” Alis hissed behind them, “that you’re used to being about to die.” “More or less,” Will Scarlet replied, rare laughter in his voice. “The excitement is gone.”

Meet Robin Hood's band of outlaws. Their story starts with Christmas, a lost love, a hungry town and a robbery.

In this Outlaws novella, Robin Loxley is a tortured young man mourning the loss of his title, his lands and his first love. Tonight, with the help of his close friends, he will get a new name that will live in history, a cat that could care less that Robin happens to be the most brilliant archer in medieval England, and a chance to prove himself by rescuing a lady from a fire.

But this is no ordinary lady...

And that is no ordinary fire...

HOOD is a prequel novella to the beloved bestselling Outlaws series by M.C. Frank.

My review

Have you ever wondered where the alias Robin Hood came from? M.C. Frank has the answer for you, in her ‘Hood’ novella, which belongs to The Outlaws series. The first installment - ‘Everything I Do’, breathed new life into the character of the famous thief and his merry companion, and in ‘Hood’ we get the chance to get to know them a little better. 

This novella takes place a few months before the events in EID, but I think it’s better to read it after, when you’re already familiar with Frank’s versions of those beloved characters. For me it provided a better, deeper experience.

In ‘Hood’ we get to spend one day with Robin and his friends - no ordinary day, but a Christmas Eve. They go on a quest to do what they’re famous for - to help the poor, but the day turns out to be far more eventful than they expected, reminding Robin of painful events from his past. 

Once again I was enchanted by Frank’s beautiful writing, perfectly adjusted to the time period she’s set her story in. But what I loved the most were the interactions between the Robin’s companion - they’re so close they seem to read each other’s minds, and together they work as one body, each part of which has its own role. Their situation is far from perfect, but still they like to laugh and tease each other, like a true family. 

Another part I loved was Robin’s memories about a girl he loved. They're painful, but so beautiful and pure! Whenever M.C. Frank writes a romantic scene, I swoon and my eyes get teary from all the feels! As a believer, I also noticed a few gems in this story that warmed my heart.

'Hood' is a fast-paced, adventure-packed novella about friendship, fighting injustice, lost love, and about a legend being born. Robin Hood truly is a prince of thieves - he managed to steal my heart twice! 

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After a *heated* game on instagram (x) the title of the Robin Hood Book Two was revealed: It’s Every Wrong Right (EWR).

Here are the characters we’ll see shine get tortured in this second installment in the Outlaws series (the series will span about 6 books!)

*Disclaimer: The character reference images below have been cropped out of artwork to which I do not own the rights. All of their creators are credited here.

C  H  A  R  A  C  T  E  R  S   of  Every  Wrong  Right - OUTLAWS BOOK 2

Ru: An assassin who has inflitrated the camp of outlaws posing as a boy. Not everyone has been fooled. Plus, she’s fallen in love with her intented victim. She’s in for a world of pain.

Robin: A young baron turned outlaw after his father’s enemies left him in a dungeon to rot. He’s fighting to make “every wrong right” but there are so many wrongs and he’s so tired and feels so guilty for every single life that’s lost on his watch. He is a Sotf Boy™ who is a genius with the bow and arrow, and loves a cat named “Fox”.   

Tuck: Of half Chinese descent, an ex-monk who had his fingers cut off for doing non-monkish stuff. He can kill you with a single swing of his staff, but looks deceptively lean and wickedly handsome. He gets to be called “old man” because he’s over 30 and this is, well, the Middle Ages.

John: A giant of a warrior with blonde braids that reach the middle of his back. Fiercely protective of Robin and his two young children, who he’s had to hide away with friends, because he’s an outlaw. He is NOT going to let anyone lay a finger on Robin, be it man or woman. Yet he is harboring dark secrets of his own. Deadly ones, to be precise.

Will: Too young, too sad, too tortured. He’s been through much more than anyone ever should in an entire lifetime. He’s an orphan with the advanced warrior skill of Robin Hood (they grew up as brothers and trained together) and the soul of a poet. Danger follows him around, but to be honest, Will follows it first. He is suffering from sever PTSD, and is hiding from everyone the fact that he’s suicidal. They know.

Alis: A wealthy lady that Robin rescued from a gruesome wedding ceremony to an old man. She’s deadly with the bow and the sword, and fiercely protective of all the men. She mothers them to death, and they protest, but secretly love it. She hides her golden braid inside a hood, a fact that every member of the outlaw gang hates with a passion.

Julian: Red-haired and multi-talented, otherwise known as My Poor Boy. He’s the Intelligent™ one, the brains behind the band of outlaws who fight against evil. Unfortunately, he’s been shackled in the Sheriff’s dungeon for the past 5 or more years, and is currently a shadow of his former shelf. He gets beaten up daily, and is hanging onto life by a mere thread.

Gilbert: A member of the Sheriff’s elite personal guard, Gilbert is the eyes and ears of Robin in the castle. Insanely loyal and protective of his chief. His real name is Galib. He’s a mountain of muscle and he’s black. His fondest wish is to follow the outlaws in the forest, but Robin needs him in town, so that he can spy for him. Hopefully, he won’t get caught. (We all know what *hopefully* means, right?) 

Ximena: A beautiful Arab woman, who has been raised in an English convent, and is now in great danger in the Sheriff’s household. A brief meeting with Robin and his band of outlaws is her last hope. That is, if she survives long enough to be rescued.

Alan: Singer, song-writer, jester. Extremely clever and amazingly annoying. He makes his first appearance in EWR and, well...for such a smart dude, he does some really, really dump stuff. Maybe that’s because he’s used to constanly living in danger and doesn’t give a damn anymore. That, plus he’s a reckless and handsome devil. Exactly what the band of outlaws need right now, when everything is about to fall apart in a BIG WAY.

These are the Outlaw Series heroes of course (or anti-heroes in a few cases). The villains are a cast all on their own, and I might introduce them in a future Robin Hood Diary entry!

W  R  I  T  I  N  G   Updates ~ FIRST HALF OF 2019:

WIPs completed:

Beauty and the Beast Reverse Regency retelling featuring a POC heroine. (Set in the Ruined universe)

Pierce Me, contemporary New Adult standalone, about a singer who has become an idol and lost himself. (Set in the Lose Me universe)

Currently writing:

A mermaid story featuring a VERY famous shipwreck ;). (Set in the Salt for Air universe - prequelish)

Forget Me, a novel about a ballerina and a billionaire bad boy who tutors her so that she can get into an Ivy Legue college. (Set in the Lose Me universe).

Currently editing:

Every Wrong Right, Outlaws Book 2. Set to release this autumn/winter.

Marketing plans:

Cover reveal of EWR. Everyone who helps reveal it will get a free book! Cool, right? Will announce soon.

The Book Robin Hoods Newsletter, featuring about 10 books that are free or bargains. Sign up here if you’re a reader and here if you’re an author. It’s a steal either way.

Requesting reviewers on instagram and tumblr (of course of course).

Rep search (my first one!) coming in August. Readers will receive all my books for free in exchange for reviews, yummy pictures and general exposure.

Mental health check-in: 

Mostly ok, but having a few really bad days in-between that drain me of energy. Trying to manage my diet better, because that really helps. Also going to the pool twice a week (sometimes three times a week) which helps so much.

Self-destructive thoughts and tendencies are soaring. Must do something about that, though. Getting in touch with friends is the only thing that helps.

Have been dealing with bullies a lot for some reason, mainly online, but once in my place of employment too. (I quit shortly after, because there was physical violence involved). Therefore, I have been a little bit blocked with writing, not for ideas or anything, but feeling so hated that I couldn’t write. Writing sprints and the dude helped me with that, and I’m in a good place right now.

Watching:

Shadowhunters

Will and Grace (always)

Good Omens

EVERYTHING on Kissasian

Wild Romance

The Marvelous Mrs Maisel

Russian Doll

Reading:

Ha! We’d be here for centuries if I told you (2 to 3 books a day). But you can see what I read every single day here.

How are you doing? I hope you’re taking care of yourselves, doing things you like, taking it easy, getting a lot of hugs and drinking your water.

Create something awesome!

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