Product Description

A chance meeting with a young hedgehog maid who is visiting Redwall Abbey reveals to Martin, the Warrior a tantalising glimpse of the early life, and family, he can scarcely remember. He sets forth from the Abbey to seek the truth about the father he barely knew, accompanied by his trusty friends Dinny, Trimp and Gonff. His journey takes him home to the northland shore, meeting friends and enemies, old and new, along the way and leading him to an extraordinary shipwreck. The wreck, the Arfship, is home to three ancient, veteran warriors who have in their possession a dusty old volume. Inside is the story of Martin's early life and the dramatic account of his father Luke's pursuit of his hated enemy, the pirate stoat, Vilu Daskar. Brian Jacques' skilful narrative is told in three parts, interweaving the stories of father and son in yet another unforgettable "Redwall" experience.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #28643 in Books
• Published on: 2007-08-02
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 384 pages

Amazon.co.uk 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

From the Back Cover
Martin the Warrior leaves Redwall Abbey on a journey to discover the truth about Luke, the father he barely knew. His voyage takes him home to the northland shore where, from a dusty old book, he learns of Luke’s dramatic pursuit of the evil pirate stoat, Vilu Daskar.

About the Author
Brian Jacques was born and bred in Liverpool, where he lives today. At the age of fifteen he went to sea and travelled the world. He has worked as a stand-up comedian and playwright and now hosts his own programme, Jakestown, on Radio Merseyside. His bestselling Redwall books have captured readers all over the world and won universal praise.

Customer Reviews

This is the best Redwall book in the series!
Well, what can I say?.Except this is the best Redwall book that has been wrote by Brian Jacques. Martin is a brilliant character. Through all of the books written about him his character has become more and more developed. This even beats Martin the Warrior off the top spot as Brian Jacques best book. I love how the action just races along at a hairaising pace, it never stops. And Folgrim he is so interesting. When Martin and his friends first meet him he is so savage and eats vermin. Grossarama!. But after a little love and affection off Chugger and Trimp he becomes a totally different person to who he was beforehand. It's excellent when the creatures sing. Most of the characters' songs have natural rythum and tempo. Brian Jacques is a accomplished balladeer!. It's so clever and ingenious how Brian tells us how Luke use to live in Saint Ninian's and how the tapersty is not really Martin but his grandsire whose name is also Martin. It's so compelling!. All children must read this book. I'm 17 but i'm not one bit ashamed because how can you be when a book is so engrossing and rich in content? Buy it now and read the best Redwall book in the world. I can't wait for thenext one which is supposedly about Lord BrockTree. I can't wait!!!!!

This is my all-time favourite redwall!!
Hi, I have read the book, "The Ledgend of Luke" and I absolutly loved it!! It has a perfect blend of action, adventure, and family loyalty.
It starts out with a young stranger coming and singing an old hals-remembered song about a sea-faring warrior by the name of Luke. Martin immediatly sets out to find his long lost father. his venture eventually takes him to the place on the shore where he grew up, from there he learns of a old ship stuck between some giant rocks, a few old friends of Lukes tell him the ledgend of Luke. How he died, where he went, etc.....
All in all this is a great read! I can't find any gripes to complain about, so read on readers..... You won't be dissappointed.
Kyle

A new world of fun!
This is my fav. book of B.J. yet! It takes you into their world and away from school, grades, etc. When you read it it's like a you're in the story sharing hthe joy and pain. Words cannot paint this picture of perfection and so I can only say, this book was a light in a tunnel of darkness. Thank you B.J!