This is a fantasy thriller and the second in the Assassin
series. It is suitable for mature young adults and up and has a certain degree
of violence.
Lucinda is in the hospital at the Killing Grounds in a deep
depression. Even though she survived the final fight of the tournament, neither
her boyfriend Alex, nor her friend Alara have come to see her. Her body is
still wrecked, her face slashed and she can't see out of one of her eyes but
she refuses to use her Arts to heal herself. She has never been close to anyone
in her family besides her brother Bastian, and now that she knows what the
Assassins Guild has in store for her she is dreading to go home and live with
them. Little does she know that her life is about to take a huge turn. She will
face vicious attacks, uncover secret plots, rescue a city full of children and
eventually learn the deepest meaning of Family
Comes First.
For full disclosure I did edit this book, but this in no way
influences my review of the story. This is a great follow up to the first book
which was told from Alara's perspective and this from Lucinda's point of view.
This one focuses a lot more on family and the ties that bind them. I liked how
Lucinda was able to show a much softer side to herself but still holds true to
the assassin that she is. The story uncovers more of the politics between
guilds and councils and the power play between the last remaining influential
Houses heats up. Throw in a new love interest, a new family member and a portal
or two and you have a well written and engaging read which leaves you wanting
the third book immediately!
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