Amy S. Kaufman

“A dazzling tapestry of history and legend…”

—Mary McMyne, author of The Book of Gothel

“VERDICT ⭐: Fans of thought-provoking historical fiction and compelling characters will enjoy this book.”

—Library Journal, starred review

An immersive, sultry, heart-pounding historical reimagining of the Robin Hood ballads, told through the piercing eyes of one of his spies.

Jane Crowe is an ordinary peasant girl who never dreamed she would work for the infamous Lord of the Greenwood. But when she’s forced out of her home, she has no choice but to turn to Robin Hood for help—and he makes her an irresistible offer: He needs a pair of eyes in the King’s Houses, and quiet, unassuming Jane—who has spent her whole life going unnoticed—will be the perfect spy. Read more…

Coming April 29, 2025 from Penguin Books. Now available for preorder!

Praise for The Traitor of Sherwood Forest:

“A dazzling tapestry of history and legend, this is Sherwood Forest as you’ve never seen it: through a woman’s eyes. Kaufman delivers a medieval England so real, so full of light and shadows and nuanced characters, you can’t help but wonder if this is what really happened.”

"Kaufman has a PhD in medieval literature but kicks this debut novel up a notch by introducing readers to a more authentic version of the Robin Hood legend." ⭐ VERDICT: Fans of thought-provoking historical fiction and compelling characters will enjoy this book. ⭐

“Peasant girl Jane Crowe enters the dappled glades of Sherwood Forest seeking safety and freedom. Instead she stumbles upon a darkly woven web of danger, deceit, and violence with none other than Robin Hood at its center. Kaufman paints fresh shadows upon an ancient tale, entwining new characters with old history for a satisfying and compelling read.”

"Thrilling and romantic, this was the legend of Robin Hood told from the eyes of one of his little birds, a common servant girl roped into his plots...The characters were sharp and full of life, and the ending was one of the best I’ve read in years. I inhaled this and loved every minute."