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Assassin’s Apprentice

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

The kingdom of the Six Duchies is on the brink of civil war when news breaks that the crown prince has fathered a bastard son and is shamed into abdication. The child’s name is Fitz, and he is despised.

Raised in the castle stables, only the company of the king’s fool, the ragged children of the lower city, and his unusual affinity with animals provide Fitz with any comfort.

To be useful to the crown, Fitz is trained as an assassin; and to use the traditional magic of the Farseer family. But his tutor, allied to another political faction, is determined to discredit, even kill him. Fitz must survive: for he may be destined to save the kingdom.

©1995 Robin Hobb (P)2026 HarperCollins Publishers Action & Adventure Animals Dragons & Mythical Creatures Epic Fantasy Genre Fiction Assassin Royalty
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Critic reviews

'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

‘Hobb is superb’ Conn Iggulden

‘Hobb is a remarkable storyteller’ Guardian

‘This is a historical novel with a sly touch of magic. The first in the Farseer trilogy, this book will get new readers hooked on a series that recalls HBO’s Game of Thrones and The Lord of the Rings’ Telegraph
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what a story, i lost a day listening to this, don't regret a minute.. buy it buy it buy it!!!!!

BRILLIANT BRILLIANT BRILLIANT

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'Assassin's Apprentice' was my first introduction to the worlds of Robin Hobb.
I heavily enjoyed the characters and emotional depth of their connections. However, it was Robb's prose and atmospheric nature writing regarding Buckkeep, that kept me hooked into the novel. These are coasts I've walked. These are smells I have drawn in. I can't wait for 'Royal Asssassin'!

🌊 The Humble Hero 🦌

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An original story with great characters that are developed with real sensitivity and emotion. There were no mid-plot lulls in the story and it kept me coming back and always wanting to know more. Also a good ending! I look forward to reading the next 2 books in the series.

Brilliant tale and excellent narration

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Great story beautifully told, great narrator with convincing voices and accents - riveting from start to finish. Have gotten the next book on here already.

Awesome

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My favourite book series, and this narrator is just delightful. Captures the characters perfectly. What a joy! 😍

Delightful. Hobb is a legend.

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