I love this series, loosely based in historical times, and filled with pagan spirituality and magic. The female protagonists of all three books in this series are smart, independent, lethal, and driven. While they all do fall for their true love, the men are unique in their own ways, and most importantly, they don't detract from the strength of the female leads. I think a major weakness in many YA novels featuring strong female leads is the ubiquitous lover, who too often turns out to have a savior-complex and the female ends up developing a need (or desire) to be saved (or swept off her feet) complex. This doesn't happen here. This is the last in the His Fair Assassin Trilogy. Annith is confused as to why she has never been sent on assignment when she is the best trained of Mortain's daughters. Annith is forced to make a decision that will either tie her to the convent forever or turn her back on it. Plagued by doubts and conflicting feelings, she is pushed over the edge and into action when one of her sisters - too young and inexperienced, is sent on a mission, one Annith feels she should have been sent on.The book is a bit slow at the start. Annith seems a bit insecure and slightly self-absorbed and mulls her dilemma(s) over and over and over. But other than these flaws, the book does have action, romance, and twists (although I figured out a few fairly early on). All in all, a good read. However, I would actually have given it 3 1/2 stars - if I had the option.
What do You think about Mortal Heart (2014)?
My favorite of the series. Less dark than the previous one. Very sweet and entertaining.
—Princess
I loved it. Can't believe that I need to find a new series
—jisha
These stories are my everything. Robin Lafevers is queen.
—kaclplu
