Last book (3) in The Youngest Templar trilogy. Books 1 (my favorite) and 2 ended with cliffhangers and this one finishes the story, but seems a tad rushed. The re-imagined Robin Hood tale continues with the addition of more characters from Robin's band of Merry Men and Tristan, the youngest Templar, continues his quest to bring the holy grail to safety in Scotland. ( )

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Reviewed by Jennifer Rummel for TeensReadToo.com

Tristan and his companions, Robard and Maryam, have finally made their way back to England. They managed to escape capture from Sir Hugh. However, Tristan became injured during the escape. Now, he's trying to heal as they travel North to deliver the package to Rosslyn.

As they continue on their way, they encounter old friends, make new ones, learn of death and destruction of loved ones, and attempt to hide their tracks from old and new enemies.

They stop briefly at Robard Hode's estate before the three friends continue their journey. When they arrive at the end location, they encounter a grave danger that might cost them everything.

ORPHAN OF DESTINY is the end of THE YOUNGEST TEMPLAR trilogy filled with action, danger, friendship, betrayal, and loyalty. I love how the tale weaves in historical/mythical people such as Robard Hode (Robin Hood), Maryam (Maid Marian), Little John, and Friar Tuck with the Holy Grail. ( )