Books Like Assassin
Families who loved Assassin by Tui T. Sutherland often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Assassin by Tui T. Sutherland often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the pressure to be someone they are not or feeling trapped by the expectations of authority figures. It is a powerful entry point for discussing how to maintain one's integrity when the surrounding environment demands toughness and conformity. Through the eyes of Deathbringer, a young dragon trained to be a cold-blooded killer, the story explores the internal conflict between duty and conscience. While set in a high-fantasy world of dragons, the emotional core focuses on the weight of high expectations and the courage required to question the status quo. It is a sophisticated look at moral development for the 8 to 12 age range. Parents will find it a valuable tool for discussing peer pressure, the ethics of 'just following orders,' and the importance of empathy in a world that often prizes success at any cost.
