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    The Assassin and the Underworld

    by Maas, Sarah J.
    “The Assassin and the Underworld” by Sarah J. Maas is a novella set before the events of the “Throne of Glass” series, focusing on Celaena Sardothien. Tasked by the King of the Assassins to help combat slavery, she embarks on a dangerous mission that reveals her skills and resilience. The story explores themes of loyalty, justice, and Celaena’s early development as a formidable assassin within a perilous underworld.

    The Assas­sin and the Under­world is the third novel­la in The Assassin’s Blade, a pre­quel col­lec­tion to the Throne of Glass series. After return­ing from her pun­ish­ment in the Red Desert, Celae­na Sar­doth­ien is deter­mined to leave the Assas­s­in’s Guild for good. But first, she must com­plete one final mis­sion.

    Assigned to infil­trate and destroy a pow­er­ful crim­i­nal oper­a­tion in Rifthold, Celae­na dives into the city’s dan­ger­ous under­world. But noth­ing is as it seems—secrets, lies, and betray­al lurk around every cor­ner. As her trust in those clos­est to her begins to crack, Celae­na must decide who she is fight­ing for—and whether free­dom is tru­ly with­in reach.

    Dark, sus­pense­ful, and emo­tion­al, this novel­la explores Celaena’s grow­ing doubts about the life she leads—and the cost of defi­ance.

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    Author

    • Maas, Sarah J.

    Author Introduction

    • Sarah J. Maas, acclaimed author of “The Assassin and the Underworld,” is a distinguished writer known for her contributions to fantasy literature and compelling world-building.

    Description

    • “The Assassin and the Underworld” by Sarah J. Maas is a novella set before the events of the “Throne of Glass” series, focusing on Celaena Sardothien. Tasked by the King of the Assassins to help combat slavery, she embarks on a dangerous mission that reveals her skills and resilience. The story explores themes of loyalty, justice, and Celaena’s early development as a formidable assassin within a perilous underworld.

    FAQs

    • What is “The Assassin and the Underworld” about?
    • • “The Assassin and the Underworld” is a novella that provides a look into Celaena Sardothien’s life before the events of the “Throne of Glass” series. It involves a special assignment given to her by the King of the Assassins, which helps set the stage for her future adventures.
    • How does this novella fit into the “Throne of Glass” series?
    • • It is a prequel novella, taking place before the main series, and offers background on Celaena Sardothien’s early days and her connections with the Assassins’ world.
    • Who is the author of this book?
    • • The book is written by Sarah J. Maas, a well-known author famous for her fantasy series.
    • Is “The Assassin and the Underworld” part of a series or a standalone story?
    • • It is part of the “Throne of Glass” universe and is one of five novellas that explore different aspects of Celaena Sardothien’s life before the main series.
    • What do readers think of this novella?
    • • It has received positive reviews, with a rating of around 4.32 out of 5 on Goodreads, indicating that fans enjoy the story and its contribution to the overall series.
    • When was “The Assassin and the Underworld” released?
    • • It was released in ebook format on May 1st, 2012.
    • Would I need to read other books before this novella?
    • • While it can be enjoyed on its own, reading the main “Throne of Glass” series or “Assassin’s Blade” may enhance understanding and appreciation of the characters and plot.
    • Is this novella suitable for new readers or only for existing fans?
    • • It is ideal for existing fans of Sarah J. Maas’s work, especially those familiar with Celaena Sardothien’s character, but new readers interested in her background will find it intriguing.
    • Where can I find more information about “The Assassin and the Underworld”?
    • • Additional details and reviews are available on Goodreads and other book review sites, and it is also available for purchase on Amazon and other retailers.

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    • “From today onward, I want to never be separated from you. Wherever you go, I go. Even if that means going to Hell itself, wherever you are, that’s where I want to be. Forever.” — Sarah J. Maas
    • “Sometimes, destiny is a friend to the weak, and a foe to the strong.” — Sarah J. Maas
    • “In the business of killing, loyalty is a rare find.” — Sarah J. Maas
    • “He brushed his lips against hers. ‘I love you,’ he breathed against her mouth. ‘And from today onward, I want to never be separated from you.’” — Sarah J. Maas
    • “You could be great. You could rattle the stars. You could do anything, if only you dared.” — Sarah J. Maas
    • “Some things are more important than death.” — Sarah J. Maas
    • “Why do you cry, Fireheart? Because I am lost. And I do not know the way. You do not yield.” — Sarah J. Maas
    • “Remember that you are a wolf. And you cannot be caged.” — Sarah J. Maas
    • “When we die, she said, I don’t think the gods will even know what to do with us.” — Sarah J. Maas
    • “My name is Celaena Sardothien, and I will not be afraid.” — Sarah J. Maas
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    Quotes

    “From today onward, I want to never be separated from you. Wherever you go, I go. Even if that means going to Hell itself, wherever you are, that’s where I want to be. Forever.” — Sarah J. Maas

    “Sometimes, destiny is a friend to the weak, and a foe to the strong.” — Sarah J. Maas

    “In the business of killing, loyalty is a rare find.” — Sarah J. Maas

    “He brushed his lips against hers. ‘I love you,’ he breathed against her mouth. ‘And from today onward, I want to never be separated from you.’” — Sarah J. Maas

    “You could be great. You could rattle the stars. You could do anything, if only you dared.” — Sarah J. Maas

    “Some things are more important than death.” — Sarah J. Maas

    “Why do you cry, Fireheart? Because I am lost. And I do not know the way. You do not yield.” — Sarah J. Maas

    “Remember that you are a wolf. And you cannot be caged.” — Sarah J. Maas

    “When we die, she said, I don’t think the gods will even know what to do with us.” — Sarah J. Maas

    “My name is Celaena Sardothien, and I will not be afraid.” — Sarah J. Maas

    FAQs

    What is “The Assassin and the Underworld” about?

    • “The Assassin and the Underworld” is a novella that provides a look into Celaena Sardothien’s life before the events of the “Throne of Glass” series. It involves a special assignment given to her by the King of the Assassins, which helps set the stage for her future adventures.

    How does this novella fit into the “Throne of Glass” series?

    • It is a prequel novella, taking place before the main series, and offers background on Celaena Sardothien’s early days and her connections with the Assassins’ world.

    Who is the author of this book?

    • The book is written by Sarah J. Maas, a well-known author famous for her fantasy series.

    Is “The Assassin and the Underworld” part of a series or a standalone story?

    • It is part of the “Throne of Glass” universe and is one of five novellas that explore different aspects of Celaena Sardothien’s life before the main series.

    What do readers think of this novella?

    • It has received positive reviews, with a rating of around 4.32 out of 5 on Goodreads, indicating that fans enjoy the story and its contribution to the overall series.

    When was “The Assassin and the Underworld” released?

    • It was released in ebook format on May 1st, 2012.

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