10 Best Books Like The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass)

If you loved The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass) by Sarah J. Maas, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.

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Romantasy4.42014451 pages

Celaena Sardothien, the kingdom's most feared assassin, begins to question her loyalty to the ruthless Assassin's Guild when her master sends her on increasingly dangerous missions that conflict with her own moral code. As she grows closer to fellow assassin Sam and starts acting against her master's wishes, Celaena must rely on her deadly skills and cunning to break free from the Guild's control. But defying the powerful Arobynn Hamel means risking everything—including her life and any chance at the freedom she desperately craves.

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Rhapsodic

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This romantasy shares a sultry and mysterious tone that will resonate with The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass) fans.

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The Awakening

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This romantasy shares a warm and escapist tone that will resonate with The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass) fans.

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by Bree Grenwich, Parker Lennox

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This romantasy shares a dark and determined tone that will resonate with The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass) fans.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What books are most similar to The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass)?

The most similar books to The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass) are Quicksilver, Rose in Chains, Daughter of No Worlds.

What should I read after The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass)?

After finishing The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass), readers most commonly pick up Quicksilver next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Sarah J. Maas, such as House of Flame and Shadow.

Who writes books like Sarah J. Maas?

Authors similar to Sarah J. Maas include Victoria Aveyard, Leigh Bardugo.

What genre is The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass)?

The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass) is a Romantasy novel by Sarah J. Maas, published in 2014. It features elements of Assassin, Magic, Magic Tournament.

How long is The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass)?

The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass) is 451 pages long.

About The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass)

Step into the world of the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas with this collection of prequel novellas. Celaena Sardothien is her kingdom's most feared assassin. Though she works for the powerful Assassin's Guild and its scheming master, Arobynn Hamel, she yields to no one and trusts only her fellow killer-for-hire, Sam. But when Arobynn dispatches her on missions that take her from remote islands to hostile deserts, Celaena finds herself acting independently of his wishes and questioning her own allegiance. If she hopes to escape Arobynn's clutches, Celaena will have to put her faith in her wits and her blade ... knowing that if she fails, she'll lose not just a chance at freedom but her life. A prequel to the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass, this collection of five novellas explores the history of this cunning assassin and her enthralling - and deadly - world.