Description
In a realm where magic is feared and assassins are tools of the state, a young boy named Fitz is brought to the royal court as the bastard son of a prince. Trained in the deadly arts of assassination and espionage, Fitz grapples with his unique magical abilities, the Farseer's "Wit" and "Skill," which set him apart from everyone else. As he navigates the treacherous political landscape and the constant threat of invasion, Fitz must confront his own identity and the moral complexities of his life as a royal assassin. This epic fantasy novel explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the burden of destiny, all told through Hobb's signature intricate prose and deep character development.
Available Editions
mass_market
Spectra
Published Mar 1, 1996
464 pages
ISBN: 9780553573398
paperback
Harper Voyager
Published Jan 1, 2014
392 pages
ISBN: 9780007562251
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Details
First Published
1995
Language
eng
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Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb.