Book Review: The Assassin’s Blade by Sarah J. Maas

Synopsis

Celaena Sardothien is her kingdom’s most feared assassin. Though she works for the powerful and ruthless Assassin’s Guild, Celaena yields to no one and trusts only her fellow killer for hire, Sam.

When Celaena’s scheming master, Arobynn Hamel, dispatches her on missions that take her from remote islands to hostile deserts, she finds herself acting independently of his wishes—and questioning her own allegiance. Along the way, she makes friends and enemies alike, and discovers that she feels far more for Sam than just friendship. But by defying Arobynn’s orders, Celaena risks unimaginable punishment, and with Sam by her side, he is in danger, too. They will have to risk it all if they hope to escape Arobynn’s clutches—and if they fail, they’ll lose not just a chance at freedom, but their lives . . .

Thoughts

Based on a few friends’ recommendations, I read this novella as book four in the Throne of Glass series, and I really enjoyed reading it that way. This turned out to be my favorite book in this high fantasy series so far. I find myself increasingly invested in Celaena’s journey. I look forward to continuing it with Queen of Shadows next month!

Quote

“This girl wasn’t like wildfire—she was wildfire. Deadly and uncontrollable. And slightly out of her wits.”