"An enthralling conclusion to this superb trilogy, displaying an
exceptional combination of originality, magic, adventure, character, and
drama."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
King Shrewd is dead at the hands of his son Regal. As is Fitz--or so his
enemies and friends believe. But with the help of his allies and his
beast magic, he emerges from the grave, deeply scarred in body and soul.
The kingdom also teeters toward ruin: Regal has plundered and abandoned
the capital, while the rightful heir, Prince Verity, is lost to his mad
quest--perhaps to death. Only Verity's return--or the heir his princess
carries--can save the Six Duchies.
But Fitz will not wait. Driven by loss and bitter memories, he
undertakes a quest: to kill Regal. The journey casts him into deep
waters, as he discovers wild currents of magic within him--currents that
will either drown him or make him something more than he was.
Praise for Robin Hobb and Assassin's Quest
"Fantasy as it ought to be written . . . Robin Hobb's books are diamonds
in a sea of zircons."--George R. R. Martin
"Superbly written, wholly satisfying, unforgettable: better than any
fantasy trilogy in print--including mine!"--Melanie Rawn
