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  • The Farseer Trilogy, Book 2
  • Written by: Robin Hobb
  • Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
  • Length: 29 hrs and 17 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (442 ratings)

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Royal Assassin

Written by: Robin Hobb
Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
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Publisher's Summary

Young Fitz, the illegitimate son of the noble Prince Chivalry, is ignored by all royalty except the devious King Shrewd, who has had him tutored him in the dark arts of the assassin. He has barely survived his first, soul-shattering mission, and when he returns to the court, he is thrown headfirst into the tumult of royal life.

With the king near death, and Fitz's only ally off on a seemingly hopeless quest, the throne itself is threatened.

Meanwhile, the treacherous Red Ship Raiders have renewed their attacks on the Six Duchies, slaughtering the inhabitants of entire seaside towns. In this time of great peril, it soon becomes clear that the fate of the kingdom may rest in Fitz's hands - and his role in its salvation may require the ultimate sacrifice.

©1999 Robin Hobb (P)2010 Tantor

What the critics say

“Hobb manages to create a kingdom that looks like a fairy tale but feels like the real world---which makes it almost impossible not to become immersed in Hobb's fantasy epic.” ( Publishers Weekly)

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Not as good as the first book

While the plot was compelling enough to keep me interested in discovering what would happen next, this book, though entertaining, is longer than it needs to be and it is fairly frustrating in some places. I enjoyed continuing to know the world of Buck Keep as it was gradually revealed, but found the end of this book overly dramatic, and unclear. Maybe if I was reading a hard copy it would make more sense. In any case, I will listen to the third book of the trilogy and hope that the author has tightened up her writing style although from the length of it that doesn't seem too likely.

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Royal assasin by Robin Hobb read byPaul Boehmer.

This is one of the best written book series I have read. this is book 2 and I can't wait for book 3.
This book is so full of intrigue and mystery and adventure. The descriptions of places and people colouful and clear. enjoy. worth every penny.

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Fantastic

one of the best fences he stories I've ever read. Robin Hobb has made an amazing world.

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Hard to focus, so bland

I got recommended this trilogy, and I gotta say. It was hard to finish, you couldn't tell who you were following at some points, the characters had no substance, all of the names felt lazy, and the main character is so far away from being an assassin. Only few moments actually caught my attention.

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Loved it!!

Great fantasy, loved the sincere characters and their intricate interactions and motivations. Fitz is a beloved protagonist.

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Great writing, impressive narrator.

Excellent writing! I respect the author for her decisions throughout the plot. The ending was great. during the first book I wasn't too sure about the narrator but he did such a great job in this book. There is one line near the end that was delivered so well that it's itched into my mind now.

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Groat stary

This is a slow paced, political intrigue, character driven, fantasy novel. It was a great read. However, I disliked Molly and Fitz’s relationship!

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Incredible! amazing story, gripping throughout

magic, love, war, politics. hobb brings all. a must listen for fantasy lovers. epic

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Excellent! My most favourite book!

Intrigue, action, magic, so well written and CREATIVE. What an amazing mind that writes like this!

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I am conflicted

This is a very good story. But the MC is so naive that he seems willfully stupid. He is always surprised by an outcome that he brought about when it is blatantly obvious to the reader what was going to happen. It really should be the other way around yes? It is difficult to sympathize with such a character. On the other hand I couldn’t stop listening because I enjoyed the interesting world and it’s mysteries. I enjoyed the solid writing and the descriptive action scenes. The narration was very good. I am getting the third book, but despite the MC and not because of him.

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