Celaena Sardothien, royal assassin, is the king of Adarlan´s deadliest weapon. She must win her freedom through his enemies blood - but she cannot bear to kill for the crown.And every death  Celaena fakes, every lie she tells, put those she loves at risk. Torn between her two protectors - a captain and a prince - and battling a dark force far greater than the king. Celaena must decide what she will fight for: her liberty, her heart or the fate of the kingdom

Consumed by guilt and rage, Celaena can´t bring herself to spill blood for the king of Adarlan. She must fight back. The immortal queen will help her destroy the king - for a price. But as Celaena battles with her darkest memories and her heart breaks for a love that could never last, can she fulfill the bargain and head almighty court of Terrasen? And who will stand with her