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The Name of the Wind
Start of An Unfinished seriesby Patrick Rothfuss
02007
Why you'll love it:
This delivers a very similar reading experience to Assassin's Apprentice — fans consistently love both.
10 Best Books Like Assassin's Apprentice
If you loved Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
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The best books like Assassin's Apprentice are:
- 1The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss0Series starter
- 2The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison0
- 3The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon0
- 4The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin0#1
- 5The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang0Series starter
- 6Written on the Dark by Guy Gavriel Kay4.6
- 7A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin0Series starter
- 8Jade City by Fonda Lee0#1
- 9The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden0#1
- 10The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien0
Fantasy02012
In a kingdom where royal bastards are cast aside, young Fitz discovers he possesses a dangerous magical bond with animals that could doom him if discovered. When he's reluctantly brought into the royal household, he must abandon his wild ways and train as a secret assassin, navigating deadly court politics while hiding his forbidden magic. Torn between his natural gifts and his duty to the crown, Fitz must learn to survive in a world where trust is scarce and one wrong move could cost him everything.
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The Fifth Season
Broken Earth #1 (works standalone)by N.K. Jemisin
02015
Why you'll love it:
A perfect companion read that hits the same notes as Assassin's Apprentice.
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The Poppy War
Start of Poppy War seriesby R.F. Kuang
02018
Why you'll love it:
A perfect companion read that hits the same notes as Assassin's Apprentice.
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by Guy Gavriel Kay
4.62025320 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a melancholic yet hopeful tone that will resonate with Assassin's Apprentice fans.
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A Game of Thrones
Start of A Song of Ice and Fire seriesby George R.R. Martin
02005
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a brutal and cynical tone that will resonate with Assassin's Apprentice fans.
8
Jade City
Green Bone Saga #1 (works standalone)by Fonda Lee
02017
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a brutal but intimate tone that will resonate with Assassin's Apprentice fans.
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The Bear and the Nightingale
Winternight #1 (works standalone)by Katherine Arden
02020
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a haunting and atmospheric tone that will resonate with Assassin's Apprentice fans.
10
by J. R. R. Tolkien
02009
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a cozy yet adventurous tone that will resonate with Assassin's Apprentice fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Assassin's Apprentice
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Name of the Wind📚 Series starter | Patrick Rothfuss | 0 | 2007 | — | Start a new series |
| The Goblin Emperor | Katherine Addison | 0 | 2014 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Priory of the Orange Tree | Samantha Shannon | 0 | 2019 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Fifth Season | N.K. Jemisin | 0 | 2015 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Poppy War📚 Series starter | R.F. Kuang | 0 | 2018 | — | Start a new series |
| Written on the Dark | Guy Gavriel Kay | 4.6 | 2025 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| A Game of Thrones📚 Series starter | George R.R. Martin | 0 | 2005 | — | Start a new series |
| Jade City | Fonda Lee | 0 | 2017 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Bear and the Nightingale | Katherine Arden | 0 | 2020 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Hobbit | J. R. R. Tolkien | 0 | 2009 | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Assassin's Apprentice?
The most similar books to Assassin's Apprentice are The Name of the Wind, The Goblin Emperor, The Priory of the Orange Tree.
What should I read after Assassin's Apprentice?
After finishing Assassin's Apprentice, readers most commonly pick up The Name of the Wind next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Robin Hobb, such as Royal Assassin.
Who writes books like Robin Hobb?
Authors similar to Robin Hobb include Ursula K. Le Guin, N.K. Jemisin, Guy Gavriel Kay.
What genre is Assassin's Apprentice?
Assassin's Apprentice is a Fantasy novel by Robin Hobb, published in 2012. It features elements of Magic.
How long is Assassin's Apprentice?
Assassin's Apprentice varies in length depending on edition.
About Assassin's Apprentice
In a faraway land where members of the royal family are named for the virtues they embody, one young boy will become a walking enigma.Born on the wrong side of the sheets, Fitz, son of Chivalry Farseer, is a royal bastard, cast out into the world, friendless and lonely. Only his magical link with animals - the old art known as the Wit - gives him solace and companionship. But the Wit, if used too often, is a perilous magic, and one abhorred by the nobility.So when Fitz is finally adopted into the royal household, he must give up his old ways and embrace a new life of weaponry, scribing, courtly manners; and how to kill a man secretly, as he trains to become a royal assassin.