Assassin’s Heart
Assassin’s Heart by Sarah Ahiers is a fantasy novel published by HarperCollins on February 2, 2016. This edition spans 432 pages and is presented in English. The story follows seventeen-year-old Lea Saldana, a trained assassin from one of the nine clipper Families in the kingdom of Lovero, where loyalty to Family is paramount. As she navigates her secret relationship with Val Da Via, a boy from a rival clan, Lea’s world is turned upside down when tragedy strikes, forcing her to confront betrayal and loss.
Readers will find a richly imagined narrative that intertwines themes of love, vengeance, and loyalty. The plot unfolds as Lea grapples with the aftermath of a devastating fire that claims her Family, leading her to suspect Val and his clan of foul play. The novel explores social themes and violence within the context of Lea’s quest for revenge, set against a backdrop of inventive world-building. This engaging tale invites readers into a world where familial ties and personal desires collide, shaping the journey of a young assassin.
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With shades of Game of Thrones and Romeo and Juliet, this richly imagined fantasy from debut author Sarah Ahiers is a tale of love, lies, and vengeance. Fans of Kristin Cashore and Rae Carson will devour the flawlessly crafted action and inventive world building.
Seventeen-year-old Lea Saldana is a trained assassin. She was born into one of the nine clipper Families in the kingdom of Lovero who lawfully take lives for a price. As a member of the highest-ranking clan, loyalty to Family is valued above all, but that doesn’t stop Lea from getting into a secret relationship with Val Da Via, a boy from a rival clan. Despite her better judgment, Lea has fallen in love with him; but she’s confident she can anticipate any threat a mile away.
Then she awakens one night to a house full of smoke. Although she narrowly escapes, she isn’t able to save her Family as their home is consumed by flames. With horror, she realizes that Val and his Family are the only ones who could be responsible. Devastated over his betrayal and the loss of her clan, there’s just one thing on her mind: making the Da Vias pay. The heart of this assassin craves revenge.
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