--- product_id: 290404058 title: "The Queen's Assassin (Queen's Secret)" price: "341 kr" currency: NOK in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.no/products/290404058-the-queens-assassin-queens-secret store_origin: NO region: Norway --- # The Queen's Assassin (Queen's Secret) **Price:** 341 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Queen's Assassin (Queen's Secret) - **How much does it cost?** 341 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.no](https://www.desertcart.no/products/290404058-the-queens-assassin-queens-secret) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A New York Times and Indie Bestseller--now in paperback! Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Red Queen , this is the first novel in a sweeping YA fantasy-romance duet about a deadly assassin, his mysterious apprentice, and the country they are sworn to protect from #1 NYT bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz. Caledon Holt is the kingdom's deadliest weapon. No one alive can best him in speed, strength, or brains, which is why he's the Hearthstone Guild's most dangerous member. Cal is also the Queen's Assassin, bound to her by magic and unable to leave her service until the task she's set for him is fulfilled. Shadow of the Honey Glade has been training all her life to join the Guild, hoping that one day she'll become an assassin as feared and revered as Cal. But Shadow's mother and aunts expect her to serve the crown as a lady of the Renovian Court. When a surprise attack brings Shadow and Cal together, they're forced to team up as assassin and apprentice. Even though Shadow's life belongs to the court and Cal's belongs to the queen, they cannot deny their attraction to each other. But now, with war on the horizon and true love at risk, Shadow and Cal will uncover a shocking web of lies that will change their paths forever. Review: Wow, that ending! - That ending was so much more than I expected! After the king dies in battle, his best friend makes a bonding vow with the queen to protect her and the royal heir, as well as search for the magical documents and sacred scrolls that have been missing. He has pledged his life and his heir’s life to the queen until the scrolls are found and returned. Eighteen years later, we meet Shadow and Caledon Holt (he’s the best friend’s son, the kingdom’s deadliest weapon and the Queen’s assassin). Shadow is exploring around the Abbey when Caledon saves her life by killing her would-be assassin. The bad thing is that the man Caledon kills is the queen’s brother-in-law, Prince Alast. Alast proves himself a traitor, which is shocking to Caledon. The Queen sends Caledon to Deersia Prison to appease the public and keep the traitorous evidence secret. She wants Caledon to spy and find out where the traitors stem from. Shadow catches a ride to Deersia prison as a stowaway and finds Cal and helps him escape. They move onto Montrice to discover if there’s a spy conspiring against their kingdom and Queen. Shadow and Cal are fun, dynamic characters that work together well but drive each other crazy too. I enjoyed the humor in this book as well as the intrigue and magic. The ending left me ready to read the sequel! 5 stars! Review: Another Great Book by Melissa de la Cruz! - The last time I read a Melissa de la Cruz book was back in high school (so it's been awhile), but her new book did not disappoint. Melissa de la Cruz delivers a fantastical story with unforgettable characters and a plot that keeps thickening. I enjoyed the characters' backstories and seeing how each character came to be who they were in the present time of the story. When Shadow and Caledon interacted, it was like the story was coming to life; their interactions (and romance) brought a fun and enjoyable aspect to this story, and I'm excited to see what happens in the sequel. If you're a fan of world building, then you will love the world created here! Melissa takes her time describing the world and the magic system. It was unique, and everything came together well with the plot. I will admit, the first few chapters were slightly confusing, so it did take me a bit to get a grasp on the story and the characters (and for the story to really take off). But, overall, I was very pleased with Melissa's new book. If you're looking for a new YA fantasy book with two strong-minded characters and a beautiful storyline, then definitely check out this book! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #339,303 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #419 in Teen & Young Adult Fantasy Romance #2,781 in Teen & Young Adult Fantasy #5,752 in Teen & Young Adult Literature & Fiction | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 1,148 Reviews | ## Images ![The Queen's Assassin (Queen's Secret) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91V0JnYd6sL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow, that ending! *by D***Y on February 6, 2020* That ending was so much more than I expected! After the king dies in battle, his best friend makes a bonding vow with the queen to protect her and the royal heir, as well as search for the magical documents and sacred scrolls that have been missing. He has pledged his life and his heir’s life to the queen until the scrolls are found and returned. Eighteen years later, we meet Shadow and Caledon Holt (he’s the best friend’s son, the kingdom’s deadliest weapon and the Queen’s assassin). Shadow is exploring around the Abbey when Caledon saves her life by killing her would-be assassin. The bad thing is that the man Caledon kills is the queen’s brother-in-law, Prince Alast. Alast proves himself a traitor, which is shocking to Caledon. The Queen sends Caledon to Deersia Prison to appease the public and keep the traitorous evidence secret. She wants Caledon to spy and find out where the traitors stem from. Shadow catches a ride to Deersia prison as a stowaway and finds Cal and helps him escape. They move onto Montrice to discover if there’s a spy conspiring against their kingdom and Queen. Shadow and Cal are fun, dynamic characters that work together well but drive each other crazy too. I enjoyed the humor in this book as well as the intrigue and magic. The ending left me ready to read the sequel! 5 stars! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Another Great Book by Melissa de la Cruz! *by A***S on February 4, 2020* The last time I read a Melissa de la Cruz book was back in high school (so it's been awhile), but her new book did not disappoint. Melissa de la Cruz delivers a fantastical story with unforgettable characters and a plot that keeps thickening. I enjoyed the characters' backstories and seeing how each character came to be who they were in the present time of the story. When Shadow and Caledon interacted, it was like the story was coming to life; their interactions (and romance) brought a fun and enjoyable aspect to this story, and I'm excited to see what happens in the sequel. If you're a fan of world building, then you will love the world created here! Melissa takes her time describing the world and the magic system. It was unique, and everything came together well with the plot. I will admit, the first few chapters were slightly confusing, so it did take me a bit to get a grasp on the story and the characters (and for the story to really take off). But, overall, I was very pleased with Melissa's new book. If you're looking for a new YA fantasy book with two strong-minded characters and a beautiful storyline, then definitely check out this book! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A wonderful change of scenery *by C***I on April 10, 2020* At first I thought this book was about an annoying and arrogant little girl. I thought it would be like every other YA book I had ever read. However as you get into the book and begin trusting the same plot line you have read a million times, something changes. You begin to realize what you thought was mundane was ripe and full of life. This book will change all your assumptions and lead you on a few far off trails that you NEVER expected. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Queen's Assassin (Queen's Secret) - The Queen's Secret (The Queen's Assassin Duology, 2) - Ash Princess --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.no/products/290404058-the-queens-assassin-queens-secret](https://www.desertcart.no/products/290404058-the-queens-assassin-queens-secret) --- *Product available on Desertcart Norway* *Store origin: NO* *Last updated: 2026-09-17*