The Queens Assassin, James Barclay
The Queens Assassin, James Barclay
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The Queen's Assassin
A novel of war, of intrigue, and of hope...

Author: James Barclay

Narrator: Mel Hudson

Unabridged: 13 hr 29 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Gollancz

Published: 06/09/2022


Synopsis

Naida is living a lie.

A peerless battlefield surgeon. A talisman for the army. A symbol of hope in an impossible, grinding war.

A fraud.

Society, led by the queen, has long held that the Esselrode people and their abilities are inherently, irredeemably evil, a truth which Naida has been brought up to believe. But as one of them, feeling compelled to use her powers again and again to heal those on the brink of death, it's hard to accept. It's even harder to live a lie, conflicted about her hidden identity, when the truth could save lives.

Taken from the battlefield where she thrives to a court where her life hangs ever more precariously in the balance, Naida is about to learn that there are even greater secrets, and conspiracies, afoot . . . and that her dangerous truth could change the course of a nation . . .

James Barclay is back with a brand-new standalone adventure which will tug on your heartstrings and keep you glued to your seat. James is truly a fantasy great, and this new novel will satisfy all fans of the genre.

About James Barclay

James Barclay is the author of the Chronicles of the Raven and Legends of the Raven series, which have sold hundreds of thousands of copies. The Raven saga came to a conclusion with the stunning Ravensoul. He also penned the epic fantasy duology The Ascendants of Estorea and completed an Elves trilogy: Elves: Once Walked With Gods, Elves: Rise of the Tai'Gethen and Elves: Beyond the Mists of Katura.James Barclay lives in Teddington with his wife and two children. Find out more on his website, www.jamesbarclay.com, or follow @barculator on Twitter.


Reviews

Goodreads review by jessica on February 06, 2020

just like every other YA fantasy that has the phrase ‘the queens X’ in the title, this story feels recycled. its not terrible by any means, its just nothing new. this is perfect for those who really love this kind of story but, for me personally, its a bit old. this also has a very juvenile feel to......more

Goodreads review by Ava on October 30, 2019

There are a few spoilers in this review, but it's probably better than taking the time to read this book...and I can't even be sorry. Giving this book a 2 instead of a 1 for casual inclusion of LGBTQ characters in positive relationships. Otherwise, this book was something else. I'm shocked it's being......more

Goodreads review by Katie on February 17, 2020

"Bound by fate, broken by love" *2.5 stars* ARC given to me by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Summary Shadow has been raised to follow in the footsteps of her mother and aunt and become a high ranking member of the Guild. Cal is bound by a blood vow to the Queen, and must serve as h......more

Goodreads review by nini ♥︎ on January 15, 2023

DNF at 11%......more

Goodreads review by Natalie all_books_great_and_small on December 02, 2020

I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers. *** SAMPLER COPY - NOT WHOLE BOOK ***. The beginning of this book is amazing and has left me desperate to carry on reading the rest of the book. Such a fantastic introduction to th......more