![The Assassin’s Blade by Sarah J. Maas](https://jvbrown.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/The-Assassins-Blade.jpg)
This collection of short stories takes place before the events of Maas’ YA Throne of Glass series and perfectly sets up the complex cast of characters you’ll encounter in the fantasy realm of Erilea. Whether you choose to read this prior to jumping into the 7-book series or if you read it mid-series, be sure to read with a box of tissues close by and buckle up for a very tumultuous ride.