Assassin's Quest

Assassin's Quest

4.7 (19 ratings)
2007 · English · Paperback · 95 editions
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In a world torn apart by betrayal and ambition, the death of King Shrewd reverberates through the kingdom, leaving chaos in its wake. Regal, the scheming son, assumes power, but his ascent only deepens the shadows cast over the realm. Fitz, once a loyal assassin and heir to a noble lineage, is thought to be lost, his fate shrouded in mystery. But the reality is far more complex as he grapples with his own transformation amidst the treachery surrounding him.

Tasked with navigating a landscape rife with danger, Fitz must confront not only the consequences of his past but also his own identities as he seeks vengeance and redemption. As alliances form and crumble, the boundaries between friend and foe blur. The path ahead is fraught with challenges, as Fitz must reclaim his place in a world that has forgotten him, and ultimately confront the darkness that threatens to consume them all.

Book Details

Format Paperback
Pages 838 pages
Language English
Published Jan 1, 2007
Publisher HarperVoyager
Editions 95 editions

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Sadly, worse than book 1 and 2. This book was very boring and at times, it felt like a chore. Any stars are earned because, like the previous two books in the trilogy, it was beautifully written.

March 1st 2026

4.5

January 20th 2026

“Some people say there is a relief in the sharing of cares and pains. To me there was no catharsis, only an unearthing of rotting corpses of memories, a baring of still suppurating wounds.” What a ride… and it’s just the beginning of this emotional journey. The Farseer Trilogy was perfect. I’ve read a lot of books in the past few years and there are few I can say have been as good as these. I’ve learned so much from Fitz over the past couple months and I fear I am going to learn a lot more about myself in the upcoming books. I’m so happy to have found this world. Thank you Robin Hobb.

December 15th 2025
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