My Rating: 4.9
Six year old Fitz is the bastard son of the noble Prince Chivalry, dropped off at the castle's front door to be raised in the shadow of the royal court by his father’s gruff stableman. He is treated as an outcast by all the royalty except the devious King Shrewd, who has him secretly tutored in the arts of the assassin. For in Fitz’s blood runs the magic Skill—and the darker knowledge of a child raised with the stable hounds and rejected by his family. As barbarous raiders ravage the coasts, Fitz is growing to manhood. Soon he will face his first dangerous, soul-shattering mission. And though some regard him as a threat to the throne, he may just be the key to the survival of the kingdom.
This popular series has finally made it to the top of my queue. Picture a more mature Harry Potter. It is well written with a light, simple plot which makes it an easy read. I enjoyed this and will definitely continue with the series.
Glad you are loving this series. So many people love it. I read the first book and while I definitely see the appeal, I struggled through. I think I get too bogged down in the world building while reading fantasy. I will just enjoy through your reviews.
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