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Royal Assassin (Farseer Trilogy, #2)

Robin Hobb
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Royal Assassin (Farseer Trilogy, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Robin Hobb

Royal Assassin (Farseer Trilogy, #2)

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

675

Format

Novel • Fiction

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

225,936 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 (Farseer Trilogy, #2)?

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

225,936 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

675

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Six Duchies • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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