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Synopsis
Celaena Sardothien is the assassin with everything: a place to call her own, the love of handsome Sam, and, best of all, freedom. Yet, she won’t be truly free until she is far away from her old master, Arobynn Hamel; Celaena must take one last daring assignment that will liberate her forever. But having it all, means you have a lot to lose . . . This fourth fantastic e-novella gives readers an inside look at the characters who appear in the full-length novel Throne of Glass. Don’t miss out!
Is The Assassin and the Empire appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
Features an assassin protagonist navigating violence inherent to her profession and a romantic relationship while seeking freedom from her controlling master. Contains moderate fantasy violence and some romantic content.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, captivity, and death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will love Celaena's fierce determination to win her freedom and her relationship with Sam in this action-packed prequel.