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Immortal Brotherhood #2
Immortal Outlaw
An Immortal Brotherhood novel.
For centuries he's hidden in the woods. Now a maid has come to lead him out...
It's been four centuries since Steinarr the Proud was cursed by a wicked sorceress--along with the rest of his Viking crew--to live for eternity as half man, half beast. By day Steinarr is like any other man--by night he is a lion. He has taken refuge in the woods of Nottinghamshire, England, and there he encounters two young travelers, Robin and Marian.
Painfully aware of the danger he presents when the moon rises, Steinarr initially refuses to help them search for the key to Robin's inheritance. Then a kiss from Marian awakens his desire. Driven to protect the maid he so desperately wants to possess, Steinarr joins their quest...while the sorceress Cwen gathers her dark magic to destroy them.
As a legend spreads of an outlaw in the woods, their band is joined by others. But it is Steinarr who has the most to gain and the most to lose--if he is ever to be free of the curse and free to love as a man...
For centuries he's hidden in the woods. Now a maid has come to lead him out...
It's been four centuries since Steinarr the Proud was cursed by a wicked sorceress--along with the rest of his Viking crew--to live for eternity as half man, half beast. By day Steinarr is like any other man--by night he is a lion. He has taken refuge in the woods of Nottinghamshire, England, and there he encounters two young travelers, Robin and Marian.
Painfully aware of the danger he presents when the moon rises, Steinarr initially refuses to help them search for the key to Robin's inheritance. Then a kiss from Marian awakens his desire. Driven to protect the maid he so desperately wants to possess, Steinarr joins their quest...while the sorceress Cwen gathers her dark magic to destroy them.
As a legend spreads of an outlaw in the woods, their band is joined by others. But it is Steinarr who has the most to gain and the most to lose--if he is ever to be free of the curse and free to love as a man...
336 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published June 2, 2009
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About the author
Lisa Hendrix
12 books181 followersLisa Hendrix grew up in the small towns and 'burbs of Colorado, reading anything she could get her hands on, from fantasy to history to collections of folk tales. Her ongoing Immortal Brotherhood series brings those influences together with cursed Viking warriors in a world where history and myth collide to create love stories for the ages.
Having successfully launched two competent young adults into the world, Lisa lives in southern Oregon with her computer-jockey husband, a chubby black cat of indeterminate intelligence, and Napoleon, a wee rescue poodle with attitude.
Visit Lisa's website (http://lisahendrix.com/) to find book excerpts, free bookmarks and bookplates, and an ever-changing collection of surprises, including printable discussion questions for Readers' Groups.
You can also connect with Lisa at her official Facebook Page (facebook.com/LisaHendrixBooks)
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Author photo by Kerry Shroy Photography
Having successfully launched two competent young adults into the world, Lisa lives in southern Oregon with her computer-jockey husband, a chubby black cat of indeterminate intelligence, and Napoleon, a wee rescue poodle with attitude.
Visit Lisa's website (http://lisahendrix.com/) to find book excerpts, free bookmarks and bookplates, and an ever-changing collection of surprises, including printable discussion questions for Readers' Groups.
You can also connect with Lisa at her official Facebook Page (facebook.com/LisaHendrixBooks)
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Author photo by Kerry Shroy Photography
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January 19, 2014
3.25stars really
Cursed viking warrior Steinarr the Proud has been living in English Woods while he searches for his bride and his fylgja (spirit companion image in an amulet) which is key to breaking the curse on his mortality and his soul. When Steinarr tries to assist an elderly traveler beset by outlaws he is too late and the man dies. But before Steinarr can be on his way again, the old man's passengers (Marian & Robin) come out of their hiding place and ask for his assistance getting to their destination. Steinarr is reluctant to assist them because each night the curse that changes him into a lion could be dangerous for anyone in his vicinity. (The same curse affects his friend Torvald who is Steinarr's horse by day but Torvald understands the curse and knows how to keep safe.) However after a couple of false starts Steinarr does assist Marian and Robert and the longer he is with them the more certain he becomes that Marian is his destiny but he feels he has nothing to offer her. After parting from Marian and Robert, Steinarr is hired by the nefarious new Sheriff of Nottingham to return Marian to him and her family so that she can be married as scheduled. Though he takes the job in good faith, Steinarr's feelings change after seeing Marian again and he has no intention of giving her up.
I'm glad I took a break between the first and second installments because the pacing here would make it easy to give up on the series. Hints of the Robin Hood tales (Steinarr robbing from those with fatter purses to keep himself and Torvald in food and supplies; the setting of the forest/woods; the names, etc) are strong and the differences and comparisons didn't really work in favor of this read for me. While strong and independent Marian's femininity and determination came through quite clearly, I wasn't completely sold on the characters. Not only was Steinarr gruff, he wasn't very noble and dignified as he took his alpha turn in the beginning of the story making him not very likeable. Robin who was quite pivotal was so thinly writen he was almost non-existent. Later in the read Steinarr's gruffness fades and his gentleness bleeds through, redeeming his character somewhat but not enough to change my mind about the characters. The depth of the secondary characters varied in accordance to their importance of the story though at times the roster seemed bloated but at the same time the read itself felt insular. Overall the pacing and the setting detracted from the story for me and I didn't care for it as much as Immortal Warrior.
Cursed viking warrior Steinarr the Proud has been living in English Woods while he searches for his bride and his fylgja (spirit companion image in an amulet) which is key to breaking the curse on his mortality and his soul. When Steinarr tries to assist an elderly traveler beset by outlaws he is too late and the man dies. But before Steinarr can be on his way again, the old man's passengers (Marian & Robin) come out of their hiding place and ask for his assistance getting to their destination. Steinarr is reluctant to assist them because each night the curse that changes him into a lion could be dangerous for anyone in his vicinity. (The same curse affects his friend Torvald who is Steinarr's horse by day but Torvald understands the curse and knows how to keep safe.) However after a couple of false starts Steinarr does assist Marian and Robert and the longer he is with them the more certain he becomes that Marian is his destiny but he feels he has nothing to offer her. After parting from Marian and Robert, Steinarr is hired by the nefarious new Sheriff of Nottingham to return Marian to him and her family so that she can be married as scheduled. Though he takes the job in good faith, Steinarr's feelings change after seeing Marian again and he has no intention of giving her up.
I'm glad I took a break between the first and second installments because the pacing here would make it easy to give up on the series. Hints of the Robin Hood tales (Steinarr robbing from those with fatter purses to keep himself and Torvald in food and supplies; the setting of the forest/woods; the names, etc) are strong and the differences and comparisons didn't really work in favor of this read for me. While strong and independent Marian's femininity and determination came through quite clearly, I wasn't completely sold on the characters. Not only was Steinarr gruff, he wasn't very noble and dignified as he took his alpha turn in the beginning of the story making him not very likeable. Robin who was quite pivotal was so thinly writen he was almost non-existent. Later in the read Steinarr's gruffness fades and his gentleness bleeds through, redeeming his character somewhat but not enough to change my mind about the characters. The depth of the secondary characters varied in accordance to their importance of the story though at times the roster seemed bloated but at the same time the read itself felt insular. Overall the pacing and the setting detracted from the story for me and I didn't care for it as much as Immortal Warrior.
August 21, 2025
As one of the men cursed to be a beast in the nighttime, the hero is a loner. He and his traveling companion - a man whole becomes a stallion in the day and a man at night, live off the land and earn their coin by hunting outlaws in the forest. When he aids an old man attacked by thieves, the hero is suddenly plagued by the heroine and her ' cousin' who seek his assistance on their journey to the neighboring keep. He is not a man given to random acts of kindness and he tries his best to be rid of his unwelcome shadows but to no avail.
The heroine, a true beauty, if stubborn in her refusal to accept defeat and he grudgingly admires her tenacity however inconvenient to him. She gives him a fake name and offers him 10 pounds for safe passage to the next check point on her quest. She's on a timeline to follow the clues that will lead to a treasure and therefore secure her step brothers inheritance. She knows she's unwelcome in the hero's presence but he is a fine warrior and a strong male, something she needs if she's going to succeed in her quest. But once they arrive at the abbey she sought, he is quick to abandon them.
The hero then accepts a job to retrieve the Lady cousin of a rich noble and kill the boy who kidnapped her. He didn't know when he accepted the coin that he would be hunting the heroine but he doesn't change his mind. He longs for the chance to have her beneath him and now that he knows she's no virgin, he is anticipating the opportunity to fall between her legs and rid himself of this craving he has for her. He makes her the bargain that he will help her on the condition that she willingly surrender her body to him for the duration of their time together. She accepts after much deliberation. See, she is not shy miss. She knows the things that occur between a man and a woman she readily admits to desiring the hero. Plus, anything she can do to sabotage her betrothal to that fat old man is helpful. With the step brothers leg broken, the heroine finds herself once again in the company of the hero and now he is her knight, to guard her and aid her in her quest. She's only ever felt an emotional connection with animals but she feels it towards the hero. She knows he lusts for her, a deep and intense desire and she's willing to be with him. She is just as lost to desire as he is. But their time together is upset by his refusal of staying with her at night. She doesn't understand his excuses for leaving and tries very hard to accept the fact that he will never offer anything but those few precious moments together but it's hard when she's come to love him. When finally, enough is enough and she follows him one night, she gets the shock of a lifetime. But despite his fear and her fear, inside she knows the beast is the man and the man is the beast. He will never harm her and she loves him too much to turn him away.
I liked this book. I will say, I grew quite bored with the plotline by about the half way mark. All the characters did really was travel from one church to another and spend their time either having sex or eating. I grew disenchanted with the lack of imagination. I wanted plot twists and action and something more than fantastic sex. I will say, the sex scenes were great. The passion and the love shined through during those times of intimacy and it was truly beautiful. The problem is, that was all this book brought in terms of excitement or interest. The heroine as a character was a good one. She was both innocent and naughty. She was a Lady but she was also a freak. I loved her freedom of thinking towards sex and her liberation to experience it with the hero. The hero was a good character as well. He was surly at times but later on, he was loyal and devoted to her, especially when he learned everything he thought he knew about her was wrong. She was a virgin when she came to him. She is also being hunted by her evil cousin and she extremely intelligent and resourceful, using everything in her power to avoid capture. I don't know. On one hand, I want to rate it a 2 but somehow that doesn't seem quite fair. It wasn't as bad as a 2 star? Or was it? God, it's so hard. 2 star it is. Sorry. I just know that, after reading this, I have little desire to read it again anytime soon.
The heroine, a true beauty, if stubborn in her refusal to accept defeat and he grudgingly admires her tenacity however inconvenient to him. She gives him a fake name and offers him 10 pounds for safe passage to the next check point on her quest. She's on a timeline to follow the clues that will lead to a treasure and therefore secure her step brothers inheritance. She knows she's unwelcome in the hero's presence but he is a fine warrior and a strong male, something she needs if she's going to succeed in her quest. But once they arrive at the abbey she sought, he is quick to abandon them.
The hero then accepts a job to retrieve the Lady cousin of a rich noble and kill the boy who kidnapped her. He didn't know when he accepted the coin that he would be hunting the heroine but he doesn't change his mind. He longs for the chance to have her beneath him and now that he knows she's no virgin, he is anticipating the opportunity to fall between her legs and rid himself of this craving he has for her. He makes her the bargain that he will help her on the condition that she willingly surrender her body to him for the duration of their time together. She accepts after much deliberation. See, she is not shy miss. She knows the things that occur between a man and a woman she readily admits to desiring the hero. Plus, anything she can do to sabotage her betrothal to that fat old man is helpful. With the step brothers leg broken, the heroine finds herself once again in the company of the hero and now he is her knight, to guard her and aid her in her quest. She's only ever felt an emotional connection with animals but she feels it towards the hero. She knows he lusts for her, a deep and intense desire and she's willing to be with him. She is just as lost to desire as he is. But their time together is upset by his refusal of staying with her at night. She doesn't understand his excuses for leaving and tries very hard to accept the fact that he will never offer anything but those few precious moments together but it's hard when she's come to love him. When finally, enough is enough and she follows him one night, she gets the shock of a lifetime. But despite his fear and her fear, inside she knows the beast is the man and the man is the beast. He will never harm her and she loves him too much to turn him away.
I liked this book. I will say, I grew quite bored with the plotline by about the half way mark. All the characters did really was travel from one church to another and spend their time either having sex or eating. I grew disenchanted with the lack of imagination. I wanted plot twists and action and something more than fantastic sex. I will say, the sex scenes were great. The passion and the love shined through during those times of intimacy and it was truly beautiful. The problem is, that was all this book brought in terms of excitement or interest. The heroine as a character was a good one. She was both innocent and naughty. She was a Lady but she was also a freak. I loved her freedom of thinking towards sex and her liberation to experience it with the hero. The hero was a good character as well. He was surly at times but later on, he was loyal and devoted to her, especially when he learned everything he thought he knew about her was wrong. She was a virgin when she came to him. She is also being hunted by her evil cousin and she extremely intelligent and resourceful, using everything in her power to avoid capture. I don't know. On one hand, I want to rate it a 2 but somehow that doesn't seem quite fair. It wasn't as bad as a 2 star? Or was it? God, it's so hard. 2 star it is. Sorry. I just know that, after reading this, I have little desire to read it again anytime soon.
October 30, 2013
The second book in The Immortal Brotherhood series by Lisa Hendrix. In the Dark Ages a band of Vikings was cursed by a witch to spend part of each day as beast part of each day as man. Only by finding their animal totem and the love of their soulmate can they be freed from the curse to live out their life happily ever after.
In Immortal Outlaw the time as moved forward to 1290 and Steniarr the Proud has for four centuries been cursed to spend his nights as a savage lion. When he stumbles upon "Robin and Marion" in the woods and agrees to help them on their quest thus begins the path to his own salvation. I loved this book, great story, engaging characters, very romantic and combining a version of the legend of Robin Hood added a nice touch. I also really like the way that every 'brother's' story moves forward in history so you get a different historical perspective of the times in each book.
The only problem with enjoying this series is that the author Lisa Hendrix takes forever to write the next instalment. Only three books since 2008 and the fourth book has been delayed several times. A pity, because is it such an interesting and original series... I do hope she gets to finish it with what I suspect will be the final book set in modern times.
In Immortal Outlaw the time as moved forward to 1290 and Steniarr the Proud has for four centuries been cursed to spend his nights as a savage lion. When he stumbles upon "Robin and Marion" in the woods and agrees to help them on their quest thus begins the path to his own salvation. I loved this book, great story, engaging characters, very romantic and combining a version of the legend of Robin Hood added a nice touch. I also really like the way that every 'brother's' story moves forward in history so you get a different historical perspective of the times in each book.
The only problem with enjoying this series is that the author Lisa Hendrix takes forever to write the next instalment. Only three books since 2008 and the fourth book has been delayed several times. A pity, because is it such an interesting and original series... I do hope she gets to finish it with what I suspect will be the final book set in modern times.
July 22, 2010
I enjoyed Immortal Warrior so much I just had to read the next in Lisa Hendrix’ series. Immortal Outlaw is a fine romance set in the time of Robin Hood, and as soon as the characters Robin and Marian appear, the reader starts wondering, how will this all fit together. Well, it fits together great. Lisa Hendrix spins a really good tale, with fascinating historical detail interwoven with delightful mythology and enticing romance. These Viking warriors make deep and complex characters as they struggle through the centuries of their curse. Steinarr’s situation is possible worse than the others’, the fierceness of his night-time lion always on the fringes of his thoughts. But Marian has hidden strengths that will all be drawn on this tale. The basic treasure hunt is great fun to follow, and the growing romance between the main characters is delightful to watch, though fraught with danger. Another really fun book, with well-played and touching romance. Here’s hoping there’s more…
February 3, 2011
This book plays on the tale of Robin Hood & Maid Marian & brings it to the next level. On the run with her "cousin" Marian is trying to restore things to their proper place & by a happy accident they meet Steinarr, the Lion. Steinarr, after some persuasion from Marian & his own desires, helps the two with their journey. However, not only does Steinarr have to protect Marian & her cousin from the men who are after her (which becomes more difficult since everyone recognizes her) but also from an old enemy that has one thing on her mind - revenge. When the truth unfolds bonds & trust is put to the test.
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July 15, 2010
If you're not reading the Immortal Brotherhood series, why not? Lisa's shifter series continues with the oh-so-sexy and surly Steinarr, who I immediately wanted for myself, of course. Not only does she weave a fascinating alternate legend for Robin Hood along with a smokin' hot romance, but there's also a treasure hunt with high stakes throughout that I quite enjoyed.
Do yourself a favor and get these books - or at least this one. You won't regret it.
Do yourself a favor and get these books - or at least this one. You won't regret it.
September 20, 2010
At first I thought it would be cheesy since it involved the story of Robin Hood and Marian, but Lisa Hendrix did a good job of twisting the story around, even making it work in the leads' favors. Steinarr was a good tortured leading male and Marian (aka Matilda) was a good choice for him. I look forward to the third book in the series.
November 20, 2009
Even better - I'm so glad Cwen played such a minimal role as herself in this story. Great treasure hunt. Lovely romantic development. Lions are hot - rrrrrhow ...So Hurry Up and Get The Next One Out Already!
February 4, 2010
I'm enjoying this series! Hendrix continues to create a magical world of true love and mystifying characters.
August 3, 2017
I enjoyed this paranormal romance. Ms. Hendrix created a fun and interesting new spin on the Robin Hood legend.
August 6, 2018
Loved it. Great 2nd entry in this series. Highly recommend!!!
December 17, 2020
Dommage que la suite ne soit pas traduite !
December 19, 2021
Good read if you like books about cursed men.
June 28, 2013
I did not enjoy this at all. This was a slow read to begin with, and having bravely pushed through to about 60%, I started skimming, desperate for it to just end. Ok, rant over. Now to the review. WARNING - Some plot references here may be considered spoilers (and I will hide where applicable, just don't mind the fragmented sentences).
The main plot follows another cursed shapeshifter, Steinarr, who finds himself the reluctant guardian to two "pilgrims" who are roaming the roads and forests of medieval England (at least I thought it was medieval - what with all the "knight", and "ser" references), one of whom is his fated mate. Ok - with you so far. But, the path this book takes to get them to their HEA was very convoluted and uninteresting. Along with the series theme of breaking the shapeshifter's curse, we get glimpses of the series' baddie, super-witch Cwen, and what she's up to after the confrontation in the last book. I just didn't feel any of Cwen's drama contributed to the story and only muddied this book's plot further.
On the flip side, I was glad to see references to and/or appearances of the other members of the Immortal Brotherhood, but it couldn't save this book for me. A few additional points:
There was no real tension, close call, or ominous threat from the baddies until the very end, and by that time - everyone was safe and the book was over. Boo.
The cheese factor: too many "tongue-in-cheek" references.
Next, the characters were not convincing. Whatever the dangers outlined for them in the beginning had no bearing on their behavior in subsequent passages.
Finally, the scavenger hunt (my term) that comprised the secondary plot had a lot of potential (can you say DaVinci Code?), but it fell flat for me. Boring.
Not sure I'd pursue Books 3 or 4 in this series...at least not right away..I need some recovery time.
The main plot follows another cursed shapeshifter, Steinarr, who finds himself the reluctant guardian to two "pilgrims" who are roaming the roads and forests of medieval England (at least I thought it was medieval - what with all the "knight", and "ser" references), one of whom is his fated mate. Ok - with you so far. But, the path this book takes to get them to their HEA was very convoluted and uninteresting. Along with the series theme of breaking the shapeshifter's curse, we get glimpses of the series' baddie, super-witch Cwen, and what she's up to after the confrontation in the last book. I just didn't feel any of Cwen's drama contributed to the story and only muddied this book's plot further.
On the flip side, I was glad to see references to and/or appearances of the other members of the Immortal Brotherhood, but it couldn't save this book for me. A few additional points:
There was no real tension, close call, or ominous threat from the baddies until the very end, and by that time - everyone was safe and the book was over. Boo.
The cheese factor: too many "tongue-in-cheek" references.
Next, the characters were not convincing. Whatever the dangers outlined for them in the beginning had no bearing on their behavior in subsequent passages.
Finally, the scavenger hunt (my term) that comprised the secondary plot had a lot of potential (can you say DaVinci Code?), but it fell flat for me. Boring.
Not sure I'd pursue Books 3 or 4 in this series...at least not right away..I need some recovery time.
December 15, 2015
Paranormal aspects a bit predictable, and sexual beginnings a bit questionable, but overall likable and well-written.
N.B., I'd originally rounded 3.5 stars up to 4, but had second thoughts, especially since she doesn't seem to be finishing the series.
My first book by Lisa Hendrix; I found it at a used book sale. I'm picky with my "sexy" PNR, and I almost didn't buy it when my skim-y sampling revealed that the plot involved the old chestnut of bargaining his aid for her favors, but I can rarely pass up a new take on Robin Hood. I'm glad I gave it a chance. Ms. Hendrix definitely had a new take on the old stories (Robin is a secondary character, but Marian isn't! Characters groaning at how their tale gets spread and distorted can be fun, like Mercedes Lackey's Kerowyn), she writes well, her leads both became sympathetic, believable characters, and the treasure hunt was entertaining. I personally prefer when a shapeshifter tale doesn't have said shifter's time in animal form be near-mindless, driven by nothing but the most violent primal urges, especially since it seems to be saying that a lion is driven by the desire to slash out and attack everyone near, which is rarely true of a healthy animal. (I wondered if that was part of the curse, but other reviews say the brotherhood are not all afflicted thus.) My distaste for the questionable sexual trope made me hesitate: which way should I round my 3.5?, but I do plan to seek out at least one more of the Immortal Brotherhood's tales, probably Ari's (the raven/seer/storyteller).
ETA: Hmm, maybe I'll have to try Ivar's (book 1), instead, though at the time of this one, book 2, many years have already passed since he was married and freed from the curse. I'm not even certain he's still alive, since we didn't get to meet him in person. I guess LH hasn't written Ari's yet. What's her status? There's nothing on her blog since early 2013, when book 4, featuring Torvald (the silent stallion), had been "delayed".
N.B., I'd originally rounded 3.5 stars up to 4, but had second thoughts, especially since she doesn't seem to be finishing the series.
My first book by Lisa Hendrix; I found it at a used book sale. I'm picky with my "sexy" PNR, and I almost didn't buy it when my skim-y sampling revealed that the plot involved the old chestnut of bargaining his aid for her favors, but I can rarely pass up a new take on Robin Hood. I'm glad I gave it a chance. Ms. Hendrix definitely had a new take on the old stories (Robin is a secondary character, but Marian isn't! Characters groaning at how their tale gets spread and distorted can be fun, like Mercedes Lackey's Kerowyn), she writes well, her leads both became sympathetic, believable characters, and the treasure hunt was entertaining. I personally prefer when a shapeshifter tale doesn't have said shifter's time in animal form be near-mindless, driven by nothing but the most violent primal urges, especially since it seems to be saying that a lion is driven by the desire to slash out and attack everyone near, which is rarely true of a healthy animal. (I wondered if that was part of the curse, but other reviews say the brotherhood are not all afflicted thus.) My distaste for the questionable sexual trope made me hesitate: which way should I round my 3.5?, but I do plan to seek out at least one more of the Immortal Brotherhood's tales, probably Ari's (the raven/seer/storyteller).
ETA: Hmm, maybe I'll have to try Ivar's (book 1), instead, though at the time of this one, book 2, many years have already passed since he was married and freed from the curse. I'm not even certain he's still alive, since we didn't get to meet him in person. I guess LH hasn't written Ari's yet. What's her status? There's nothing on her blog since early 2013, when book 4, featuring Torvald (the silent stallion), had been "delayed".
June 19, 2016
Well I really thought I would like this book since I absolutely loved the first book in the series, Immortal Warrior. But I can honestly say this one bored me to tears! It's based on the Robin Hood fairy tale with Steinarr, the immortal outlaw / lion shifter playing Robin Hood's part. He is robbing from the rich just to keep himself in food and supplies. Steinarr is an immortal viking warrior cursed to live every night as a lion and every day as a man. Unfortunately for this shifter lover, his shifts are never discussed, he just goes off for the night and returns a man the next morning....boring!
I didn't like Marion though she's a strong character, I just couldn't connect with her. I also wasn't very fond of her brother Robert who was whiny and let Marion tell him what to do. What a wuss. And Steinarr is very arrogant and not likeable either. All in all, just a sad disappointment. I hope the next one Immortal Champion returns to the greatness of the first book and doesn't follow in this ones footsteps.
I didn't like Marion though she's a strong character, I just couldn't connect with her. I also wasn't very fond of her brother Robert who was whiny and let Marion tell him what to do. What a wuss. And Steinarr is very arrogant and not likeable either. All in all, just a sad disappointment. I hope the next one Immortal Champion returns to the greatness of the first book and doesn't follow in this ones footsteps.
September 3, 2010
Although it took me forever to actually read past chapter one it wasn't because of the story, it was more due to a crazy schedule and the fact that other books came along that are quick reads. This book has everything I love. Middle age England, paranormal curses and magic, a love story intertwined with an actual historial tale. Case in point - this book used the ever popular story of Robin Hood and Maid Marian in a completely new and unique way. It was quite a nice treat.
I will admit that I was saddened that so much time had passed in the storyline that Ivo and Alaida from book one had long since passed away. It was nice that Ari was still around to tie the two stories together along with the mention of Brand - the leader of these "outlaws" but I'm now worried for Ari's outcome given that Cwen has basically branded him with a wound that will not heal.
Steinarr and Matilda's story was entertaining to read and watch develop. I truly enjoyed their epilogue even if it again aged the couple significantly leading me to believe that they will have passed away when the next book picks up.
An enjoyable series two books in that I will continue to follow.
I will admit that I was saddened that so much time had passed in the storyline that Ivo and Alaida from book one had long since passed away. It was nice that Ari was still around to tie the two stories together along with the mention of Brand - the leader of these "outlaws" but I'm now worried for Ari's outcome given that Cwen has basically branded him with a wound that will not heal.
Steinarr and Matilda's story was entertaining to read and watch develop. I truly enjoyed their epilogue even if it again aged the couple significantly leading me to believe that they will have passed away when the next book picks up.
An enjoyable series two books in that I will continue to follow.
July 1, 2010
Immortal Outlaw is the second of Lisa Hendrix Immortal Warrior series. This series concerns a group of Viking Warriors who were cursed to be immortal spending part of a day as an animal and part as a man.
This second installment is about Steinarr, who is cursed to spend his nights as a lion, and 'Marion' a woman whose kiss changes everything.
I have really enjoyed these books. The author writes well and has created memorable characters that make you care.
One complaint I often have about 'series' books is that the characters in them almost seem indistinguishable. You could substitute one hero or heroine for another and not really notice. Ms. Hendrix characters are individuals and you could not do a drag and drop of the people from her first book to these characters.
I'm looking forward to the next installment in this series!
This second installment is about Steinarr, who is cursed to spend his nights as a lion, and 'Marion' a woman whose kiss changes everything.
I have really enjoyed these books. The author writes well and has created memorable characters that make you care.
One complaint I often have about 'series' books is that the characters in them almost seem indistinguishable. You could substitute one hero or heroine for another and not really notice. Ms. Hendrix characters are individuals and you could not do a drag and drop of the people from her first book to these characters.
I'm looking forward to the next installment in this series!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 22, 2009
When author Lisa Hendrix began posting excerpts of her Immortal Outlaw on The Book Spa, I knew I would enjoy her book. I picked it up the other day and read it straight through.
For over 400 years, Steinarr and his brothers have been cursed by a wicked sorceress. Each man spends half of each day as a man and the other half as animal. Steinarr is an outlaw of sorts, living in the woods so that his nightly transformation into a lion doesn't harm him or other humans. A young woman on a quest gains his help and his heart and ultimately breaks the curse. Along the way there's plenty of medieval fun and a little bit of Robin Hood and Maid Marian thrown in as well.
I enjoyed this one so much I plan to pick up her earlier release, Immortal Warrior.
For over 400 years, Steinarr and his brothers have been cursed by a wicked sorceress. Each man spends half of each day as a man and the other half as animal. Steinarr is an outlaw of sorts, living in the woods so that his nightly transformation into a lion doesn't harm him or other humans. A young woman on a quest gains his help and his heart and ultimately breaks the curse. Along the way there's plenty of medieval fun and a little bit of Robin Hood and Maid Marian thrown in as well.
I enjoyed this one so much I plan to pick up her earlier release, Immortal Warrior.
August 12, 2016
I was intrigued by the premise of this book -- the combination of fairytale (man by day, lion by night) mixed with the Robin Hood and Maid Marian legend -- but it left me underwhelmed. The "treasure hunt" plot quickly became formulaic, with Steinarr and Marian making huge leaps of deduction and somehow getting it right every time. And the inclusion of an evil sorceress was entirely superfluous given that she doesn't even create a feeling of tension or threat, let alone actually do anything. As for the romance, I admit this isn't my genre, but the faux-mediaeval writing had me rolling my eyes the whole way through with lines such as "He ached to tup the wench" liberally scattered throughout the book.
October 6, 2011
Immortal Outlaw was a great read for me. I especially liked that the whole inspiration behind the story was the legend of Robin Hood and Maid Marian - one of the legends I happen to love. You can find incarnations of those characters from the tales in this book and they all play a role which made the story even better. I love how Ms. Hendrix includes solid history in her historical romances. The paranormal aspects just add more spice to an already "flavor-full" book.
September 15, 2012
Meh. I loved the first book in this series so I was happy to read this one. I was so bored, I had to force myself to finish. If you love shifters you will be disappointed. Steinarr goes off at night to shift, comes back in the morning a man. That's it. I might give this series another chance and read the third book later on. But for now time to move on.
September 7, 2009
not as good as the 1st one, but still a great book. Looking froward to the next one!!
June 15, 2010
I liked how she intertwined th story of Robin Hood, but overall I didn't like this book as much as the first one in the series.
December 29, 2011
So that was how the tale of Robin Hood and Maid Marian came to be! I loved the story...what took me so long to read it?!
March 16, 2011
Wonderful. Even better than the first one because of the humor involved.
September 5, 2011
Another strong, smart heroine, another heroic male. Loved the quest aspect and being present at the birth of the Robin Hood legends was quite fun. Can't wait to read the next one.
July 23, 2012
J'ai beaucoup aimé, mais je crains que le fait de ne pas revoir nos héros du premier ait un peu refroidi mon engouement. Il faut s'y habituer je présume.
September 8, 2012
This is fast becoming one of my favorite series.
August 29, 2012
Mouaich...
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