Fitz and the Fool Books in Order

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The Fitz and the Fool series follows FitzChivalry Farseer, a former assassin who navigates personal and external conflicts as he protects his daughter Bee from a secret society known as the Servants. Set in a world where prophecy and power intersect, the trilogy explores themes of family, legacy, and the consequences of past actions. The story spans from a disrupted quiet life to a journey of revenge and discovery, centered on Fitz's relationships and the challenges he faces.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Fool's Assassin

    Fool's Assassin

    2014 · Robin Hobb

    A 2014 novel by American author Robin Hobb, Fool's Assassin is the first book in the epic fantasy trilogy Fitz and the Fool. Set ten years after the…

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  2. Fool's Quest

    2015 · Robin Hobb

    Fool's Quest is the second book in Robin Hobb's trilogy Fitz and the Fool. It was published by HarperCollins in August 2015. The story follows…

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  3. Cover of Assassin's Fate

    Assassin's Fate

    2017 · Robin Hobb

    Fitz's young daughter, Bee, has been kidnapped by the Servants, a secret society whose members dream of possible futures and use their prophecies to…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Fitz and the Fool books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Fool's Assassin”. Start with “Fool's Assassin.”

How many books are in the Fitz and the Fool series?

We list 3 books by Robin Hobb , published between 2014–2017.

Where can I buy the Fitz and the Fool books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.