Assassin's quest
Robin Hobb
Summary: In the fantasy land of the Six Duchies, a king's illegitimate grandson is appointed official royal assassin, his job to protect the throne and its descendants from usurpers. The novel describes his adventures in battle, magic and love.
This is the sequel to the highly successful 'Assassin's Apprentice', which sees family betrayal, treachery and assassination in the six Duchies.