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Royal Assassin

By: Robin Hobb
Narrated by: Joe Eyre
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‘Fantasy as it ought to be written’ George R.R. Martin

The second volume in Robin Hobb’s internationally bestselling Farseer Trilogy.

Honesty is the bedrock for any relationship. But how can Fitz – royal bastard, trainee assassin, holder of secrets crucial to the security of the kingdom – bare his soul to his beloved Molly?

Danger lies all around him – from the raiders savaging the coastal towns, and from within the court. The king has been struck down by a mystery illness and his eldest son, Verity, is bound up in the defence of the realm.

When Verity leaves the court in search of the mythical Elderlings, Fitz finds himself friendless apart from his wolf, Nighteyes, and the king’s strange, motley-clad fool, exposed to Prince Regal’s malign ambitions. He will be asked to sacrifice everything – his heart, his hope, even his life – for the sake of the realm.

©1996 Robin Hobb (P)2026 HarperCollins Publishers Dragons & Mythical Creatures Epic Fantasy Historical Royalty Suspense Thriller & Suspense Assassin Heartfelt Fiction
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‘Hobb is one of the great modern fantasy writers’ The Times
‘Hobb is superb’ Conn Iggulden
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You don't need me to rewrite the synopsis, just buy it, you WONT regret a minute, fabulous writing grips you from the moment it starts, narration is top class! BUY IT

BLOODY BRILLIANT

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This is a good series that allows gradual progression for Fitz the main character. It is a tad slow initially and end of the first book came as a bit of a rush but perhaps that is because I am used to slightly longer books

Fitz is progressing

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A little in slow in parts but really a master piece, that keeps you coming back. The story line is unexpected in many cases and things do not work out as you would like always - as in life!

The story line and character are unique and draw you in

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Love the main character story arc. Great narration. It’s one of those “cannot wait to listen again” audio books.

Twists-a-plenty

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I really enjoy this story and the narration of it too. Especially Nighteyes' voice - so wolf-like! The story is character-driven and it's right down my street. Very engaging writing!

Loved the story and narration

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