title: Assassin's Gambit: The Hearts and Thrones Series
author:  Amy Raby 
description: Set in a richly detailed fantasy world, <i>Assassins Gambit</i> is an emotionally powerful tale of love.Alexis Morgan, author of <i>Her Knights Quest</i>
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  # **Praise for** Assassin’s Gambit
  
  
  
  
  
  “A strong debut launching an Ancient Rome–inspired romantic fantasy series. .
  . . The main characters have excellent chemistry, meshing right from the
  start. In addition to the richly imagined world and a delightfully
  entertaining tale of magic and intrigue, Raby also delivers an understated yet
  versatile magic system and a convincing, sensitive portrayal of Vitalia’s
  efforts to reclaim her life from post-traumatic stress.”
  
  
  
  
  
  — _Publishers Weekly_
  
  
  
  
  
  “Raby’s debut heralds the arrival of a terrific new fantasy romance voice
  joining the genre. _Assassin’s Gambit_ is a multifaceted tale of the
  sacrifices demanded in the battle over an empire. The hero and heroine of this
  story are on opposite ends of the spectrum, but are smart enough to see the
  benefit in collaboration. Raby ably demonstrates that she has a gift for
  storytelling and readers will absolutely look forward to the ne