A New York Times and Indie Bestseller!
Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Red Queen, this is the first novel in a sweeping YA fantasy-romance duet about a deadly assassin, his mysterious apprentice, and the country they are sworn to protect from #1 NYT bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz.
Caledon Holt is the kingdom's deadliest weapon. No one alive can best him in speed, strength, or brains, which is why he's the Hearthstone Guild's most dangerous member. Cal is also the Queen's Assassin, bound to her by magic and unable to leave her service until the task she's set for him is fulfilled.
Shadow of the Honey Glade has been training all her life to join the Guild, hoping that one day she'll become an assassin as feared and revered as Cal. But Shadow's mother and aunts expect her to serve the crown as a lady of the Renovian Court.
When a surprise attack brings Shadow and Cal together, they're forced to team up as assassin and apprentice. Even though Shadow's life belongs to the court and Cal's belongs to the queen, they cannot deny their attraction to each other. But now, with war on the horizon and true love at risk, Shadow and Cal will uncover a shocking web of lies that will change their paths forever.
It's been quite sometime since I read a De La Cruz novel. The one's I've read in the past, have been captivating and beautifully written. So, I was excited about today's release of The Queen's Assassin and I couldn't wait to read it. I wasn't disappointed when I read it, that's for sure!
This beautifully written YA fantasy novel is filled with a wonderful plot line. Shadow and Caledon are magnificent characters. I loved their interactions and seeing their feelings shine within the pages. The depth that De La Cruz chisels them is awesome and I felt like I was walking along side them on this magical ride.
If you are looking for a superbly written YA novel by a seasoned author, then look no further. You get a magical roller coaster ride of ups and downs. You get to see a budding romance between flaw filled characters. You get to see perfectly chiseled secondary characters and experience an ending that will leave you ready instantly for book 2. I highly recommend this to all!
*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Publisher and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*
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