Krondor: The Assassins

Book Two of the Riftwar Legacy

Continuing on from Feist’s bestselling Riftwar Saga comes a spellbinding adventure in Krondor: The Assassins, now presented in a brilliant new livery. This enthralling tale transports readers back to the vibrant world of Midkemia, filled with intrigue, danger, and the clashing forces of good and evil.

Prince Arutha has returned home triumphant from the front lines, another enemy vanquished. Yet, upon his arrival in the majestic city of Krondor, he discovers that all is not as it should be. The bustling city, once teeming with life and vibrant commerce, has fallen under a shadow. The streets grow eerily quiet at sundown, as if under a self-imposed curfew, spurred by a series of gruesome murders.

Mutilated bodies are being discovered in the sewers, the territory of the Mockers—the infamous Thieves' Guild. The guild has been decimated, with no one spared, from men and women to children. The head of the Mockers is missing and presumed dead, and the few survivors of these brutal attacks have gone into deep hiding.

Whispers speak of the return of the Crawler, a dread figure known for his merciless tactics, who seemingly has entered into an alliance with others even more ruthless than he. Suspicions arise that the Nighthawks, a deadly assassin group, may be involved once more. To uncover the truth, Prince Arutha turns to his trusted Squire, James. Known in his former life as Jimmy the Hand, James's intimate knowledge of Krondor's dark underbelly and its labyrinthine sewers becomes invaluable in their quest.

Complicating matters further, the Duke of Olasko's retinue has arrived at the palace ahead of schedule. They come with no apologies but with numerous demands, claiming their presence is for a hunt. Yet, their true intentions remain shrouded in mystery. Assigned to guide them is Pug’s son, William, on his first posting as a knight-lieutenant. What should have been a straightforward mission soon spirals into unforeseen complexities.

Raymond E. Feist weaves a tale of epic scope, fast-moving action, and vivid imagination, capturing the spirit and grandeur of his beloved fantasy world. With compelling characters and a plot rich in twists and turns, Krondor: The Assassins is a captivating addition to the Riftwar Legacy.

"Feist writes fantasy of epic scope, fast-moving action and vivid imagination"—Washington Post