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Five novellas show the young assassin Celaena before the events of Throne of Glass
2014Fast paceDark
What it is about
This collection of five novellas takes place before the first Throne of Glass novel. Celaena Sardothien is a young assassin working for the leader of the Assassins’ Guild, and she is given a series of dangerous missions. Each story shows a part of how she became who she is.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who want more of the Throne of Glass world.
What you will get
Many readers suggest reading it after Throne of Glass. It adds depth rather than a new story.
The Assassin's Blade Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Fantasy · Assassins · Prequel · Novellas
Length
448 pages · ≈ 13 h
More about this book
Characters
Celaena Sardothien, Sam Cortland and their guild master.
Setting
The land of Adarlan and nearby kingdoms.
What makes it different
A set of prequel stories that fill in the background of the series.
Feel
Dark, fast and action-heavy.
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Tower of Dawn
A Court of Wings and Ruin
A Court of Mist and Fury
Heir of Fire
Crown of Midnight
Queen of Shadows
Throne of Glass