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Royal Assassin

Robin Hobb
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Royal Assassin

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Robin Hobb

Royal Assassin

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

675

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Science Fiction

Narrative Poem
Setting

The Six Duchies • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Royal Assassin by Robin Hobb follows FitzChivalry Farseer, a young person trained in the arts of assassination and the Wit, a magical bond with animals. He navigates court intrigue and personal challenges to protect the Farseer throne. This novel forms the second installment of Hobb's Farseer Trilogy.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

236,514 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Royal Assassin by Robin Hobb, the second book in the Farseer Trilogy, is widely praised for its deep character development and intricate world-building. However, some readers note its slower pace and dense prose. Overall, it is lauded for its emotional depth and complex plot, making it a strong continuation of the series for dedicated fantasy enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Royal Assassin?

Readers who enjoy complex characters, intricate plots, and immersive fantasy worlds would relish Royal Assassin by Robin Hobb. Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire or J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings will appreciate Hobb's rich storytelling and detailed world-building.

4.4

236,514 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

675

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Science Fiction

Narrative Poem
Setting

The Six Duchies • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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