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Robin Hobb (Author)
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Publication Date: 3 Sep 2007

The second volume in Robin Hobb’s internationally bestselling Farseer series, now reissued in gorgeous new livery.

We are here Fitz, you and I, to change the future and the world…

Fitz dreams of Red-Ship Raiders sacking a coastal village, leaving not a single man, woman or child alive. Tortured by this terrible vision he returns to the Six Duchies court where all is far from well.

King Shrewd has been struck down by a mysterious illness and King-in-waiting, Verity, spends all his time attempting to conjure storms to confuse and destroy the Red-Ship Raiders. And when he leaves on an insane mission to seek out the mystical Elderings, Fitz is left alone and friendless but for the wolf Nighteyes and the King’s Fool with his cryptic prophesies.

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  • Paperback: 768 pages
  • Publisher: Harper Voyager; New Ed edition (3 Sep 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0006480101
  • ISBN-13: 978-0006480105
  • Product Dimensions: 11 x 17.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (99 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 3,263 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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'Hobb is one of the great modern fantasy writers … what makes her novels as addictive as morphine is not just their imaginative brilliance but the way her characters are compromised and manipulated by politics.'
The Times

‘In today’s crowded fantasy market Robin Hobb’s books are like diamonds in a sea of zircons’
George R.R. Martin

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We are here, Fitz, you and I, to change the future and the world…’

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51 of 54 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Faster than my legs could carry me! 3 May 2005
By Fantasy Lore TOP 1000 REVIEWER
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Firstly...I am not going to give away one single shred of the story or indeed character developments that continue into this, the gripping second book in the Farseer Trilogy, because I have no doubt that would make me the most hated follower of this magnificent series.

When I came to the end of this book I ran (and I mean RAN) to my local bookstore to lay my hands on the final instalment of the story of Fitz, the Fool, Molly, Chade, Verity and each and every one of the many more characters brilliantly brought to life by Hobb. I ran not only because it was 4.40pm, the bookstore would be closing and I was in imminent danger of waiting days, or maybe even weeks to discover all that would follow in this utterly engaging character driven and magical, fantasy, adventure drama, but also because even minutes being left in the dark after the cliff-hanger that brings to a close 'Royal Assassin' seemed like a fate worse than death.

So, whatever you do, don't buy 'Royal Assassin' without also purchasing 'Assassin's Quest', or at least having a darn good contingency plan should you find yourself at the end of this book without the conclusion to the trilogy...you've been warned! I only wish I was being clever and exaggerating, but it's the absolute truth- the finale is breath-taking, so ignore my advice at your peril dear readers!!

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars A complex, layered, and highly enjoyable read. 15 July 1999
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Having read the first in trilogy, "Assassins Apprentice" I approached this with some trepidation, middle books in trilogies usually being somewhat flat, merely building to the climax in the last novel. However, I need not have worried. Throughout the novel is well written in elegant prose, the pace is extremely good. Although it is a much longer book than the first, the length is not superfluous, Robin Hobb was not merely trying to write a long book for the sake of it, but needed to. The snapshot of a corrupt, intrigue entangled court is superb, and trying to sort out this web of betrayal is a major pleasure. The twists and turns are always well done, and contain moments when you knash your teeth in despair and want to scream at the characters. The air of tension in the novel is as good as many a thriller I have read.

Most of all, the characters are compelling, with the strong King-in-Waiting Verity, a good man on the verge of despair, the implacable Burrich and so on. All the characters seem to have layers, few of the major characters - with the possible exception of Prince Regal. Fitz, the central character is in the true mold of a modern Fantasy hero, a normal person forced into high events and is throughout a character it is easy to sympathise with.

The book touches on many issues - love, honour, duty, betrayal - and deals well with them, without being superficial or trite.

The only major gripe in this otherwise excellent novel is the slight feeling of smallness, of a very limited world. This is not a major problem, however, as the world Robin Hobb has created is rich enough.

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars - unputdownable! 21 April 2001
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I'd read Robin's "LiveShip Traders" trilogy and enjoyed that, as well as the first in this trilogy: Assassin's Apprentice. So I was very pleased to find that this book was even better.

Sure, some of the characters can be frustrating at times - just like people are in real life! And I found myself feeling for the Fool, whose wit at times is quite brilliant.

The plot twists and turns, with plenty of intrigue and surprises around each corner. And yes, you know *the* tragedy is coming - it's unavoidable and there's nothing you can do about it. But that just makes it even more painful in some ways, and adds to the depth of the narrative.

Overall then, I found it an excellent and gripping story - well recommended by this reader.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
A brilliant twist! I must now get the 3rd book in the trilogy.
Rapidly becoming my favourite author by far
Published 4 days ago by Richard Wootten
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent sequel
If you like fantasy this is for you. If you like medieval style stories this is for you. Such a great story.
Published 6 days ago by Ashley Andrew
5.0 out of 5 stars Royal Assassin (The Farseer Trilogy - Book 2)
Robin Hobb novels are always a good read, she really has the knack of transporting the reader into her own "dimension". Read more
Published 11 days ago by Hausfrau
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
Was recommended to read the trilogy and so glad I did. Each book was really hard to put down and they have been read by the whole family.
Published 18 days ago by Pye
5.0 out of 5 stars Read it before - loved it - wanted to own it
Robin Hobb writes the kind of books I like - huge page-turners, where I don't want them to end. So having a set of three is really satisfying.
Published 20 days ago by MA
4.0 out of 5 stars Another great fantasy author
BOOK TWO. AS GREAT AS THE FIRST. BIT TOO PESSIMISTIC IN PLACES BUT A GOOD STORY LINE. I'll look forward to the next one.
Published 22 days ago by PetiteQueen
5.0 out of 5 stars Adored the series
I have been glued to the books and cannot put them down the characters keep me on the edge of my seat and would read all over again
Published 23 days ago by peatey
3.0 out of 5 stars A decent read, but fails to live up to the first book.
The second book of the trilogy it has a lot to follow from the success of the first book. Unfortunately the pace seems to somewhat drag and thought the author does well at... Read more
Published 27 days ago by David Henderson
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
I started the Assassin series having read the Live Ships trilogy first. I was worried Robin's first series would be less well written and ultimately disappointing. Not the case. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Andy
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
had to read this book after the first one,it slows down a little in the middle but when it picks up you cannot put it down!
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